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Avatar for JR Carpentry
JR Carpentry
4.5(
75
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+2 more

Serving Kensington, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Junior Lopez and his team at JR Carpentry did a great job building a ramp for our new shed, repairing our fence and creating a landscaping border. They showed up early, worked hard and paid close attention to every detail. I will definitely hire them again. If you’re looking for a reliable, hardworking handyman, Junior is your guy!"
Our work
Our work
Remodel
Remodel
Remodel

+250

Response time12 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Avatar for Merrill's Home Repair & Renovations, LLC
Merrill's Home Repair & Renovations, LLC
5.0(
23
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Kensington, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great carpentry, very professional, they cleaned up the repair site and very nice people!! Phil and Tracy great people 👍 Would highly recommend!!"
Front
Front Before
Back
Back
Front After

+64

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Adam's Quality Painting
Adam's Quality Painting
4.8(
36
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Kensington, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adam did a great job with his wife. His attention to detail is excellent. In addition to painting, he will fix things ( rotted wood), do carpentry and replace items ( ie vents) around the house. He also has a really good eye for colors, will make suggestions to get you to think outside the box. He is a hard worker and a very nice guy!"
Painting - Exterior Project
All the cabinet doors are brought to our shop to be completely refinished in an environment where the paint can properly cure.
This 1940s home looks brand new, after a complete refinishing of the siding and trim, a flat finish for the siding, satin finish for the trim, and newly constructed trellises integrated into the corner boards.
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project

+153

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for BLAKE'S CLEANCUT CARPENTRY
BLAKE'S CLEANCUT CARPENTRY
4.7(
19
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Kensington, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin was great, he was very responsive on a Saturday and came to hang a new door for me the next day. The installation was more complicated than I originally anticipated. The hinges, deadbolt and door knob did not align with the existing cut outs. Kevin did a great job making the door look like it was pre-hung on the existing frame."
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Remodel
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Torin Soares Contracting
5.0(
13
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Kensington, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Torin Soares to build a shed extension for my barn to house feed and tack. It was refreshing for a contractor to ask for what I was looking for, rather than informing me what they would build. He took the time to lay out a template for me to see in person before pouring a concrete foundation to make sure there would be enough space for all of my supplies. Very easy to work with and very engaging in order to accommodate my needs. I would Highly recommend!"
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
Avatar for Plank and Pine
Plank and Pine
4.9(
18
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Furniture - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Kensington, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Teagan is the most professional and competent carpenter I’ve ever worked with. I went through some others from Home Advisor that were comical in how inept and terrible they were. Plank & Pine is the real deal: Responsive, honest, professional, capable. Very good to deal with. Price was quite fair for the work we needed."
Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Boyd Building
Boyd Building
5.0(
17
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+3 more

Serving Kensington, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Shawn/Boyd Building to complete an addition that included a new half bath and expansion of existing bathroom. Shawn displayed incredible craftsmanship while satisfying our creative ideas - including relatively complicated carpentry and unique designs. I would (and have) recommend Boyd Building to anyone looking for work done on their home."
Stone veneer
Stone veneer
Stone veneer
Stone veneer
Stone veneer

+80

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Costs depend on desk size, labor, included features like drawers or motorized height adjustments, and required wall anchoring.

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.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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