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Tim Gagnon Frame to Finish
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Serving Jaffrey, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"Very quality conscientious. Very professional and quiet a great carpenter. He tackled 2 separate jobs for me and will do 2 more jobs for me in the spring. Tim is the one people should hire if they want precision and quality. Tim will b doing all my work from now on."
closet
mantel living room
stairs and entertainment center
new mantel
new bedroom

+22

Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Inside-Out Maintenance
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+7 more

Serving Jaffrey, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

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Offers commercial services

"Large drywall project on 2nd floor.. Did quality work. Ran into some unforseen framing issues, with this old house, which Charlie had to rethink his plan. Things came together, job well done. Does so much for one person alone, most of the time. Well have him back for more projects."
Deck
Planters and benches
French door Replacement
French door Replacement
lake camp

+11

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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MRC Construction, Corp.
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCloset - Build+2 more

Serving Jaffrey, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Small jobs welcome

"Responsive. Respectful. Reliable. MRC Construction did an outstanding job with my new siding and gutters! This was my first big home improvement project. I set a budget, began the research and ultimately requested bids from four suppliers. MRC was the most competitive, offered the product selection and warranty I was looking for and their schedule fit mine. Rodrigo is professional and patient and answered all of my questions. Marco managed the onsite work flawlessly. From the first phone call to the last walk through, MRC Construction is FIVE stars. I highly recommend MRC Construction and will go back to them for my future projects."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

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