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Avatar for Gaby's Carpentry
Gaby's Carpentry
5.0(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gaby is excellent. He quoted my job accurately and honestly. He worked quickly and effectively- and was done in the time he had predicted. His work is stellar- we are so happy with our deck. He is also so kind and wonderful to have around. I highly recommend Gaby- I will use him again for all my carpentry needs. He is an excellent carpenter!!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+98

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Magic Frog Carpentry & Woodworks
Magic Frog Carpentry & Woodworks
5.0(
11
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - InstallCloset - Build

Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

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Warranties offered

"Adam did an excellent job building our garage from the ground up. He was excellent to work with. Not only was he very professional, so were the subcontractors that he hired. Everyone was knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. Our project required that a road be built to accommodate large trucks in the springtime. The project stayed on track and proceeded smoothly. We were never left wondering “what’s next?” Adam has great communication and stayed in touch to make sure we knew what was coming up and when. I would definitely recommend using Magic Frog Carpentry."
High Ceilings. Inside 45 degree angles done with NO-Coat 450
Tall Foyer. Wrapped beam. Unfinished at post.
Outside corners with bead. Outside 45 degree angles with No-Coat 450.
Deep Skylights with drywall returns.
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Real Painting & Home Improvement
Real Painting & Home Improvement
4.8(
99
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Real Painting and Home Improvement did a really outstanding job for us. They started and finished on schedule. The workmen were great to work with. They skillfully completed all the tasks we contracted for, Our house looks great. I would be delighted to recommend their services"
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
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+80

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Bluebird Construction
4.8(
206
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+2 more

Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Doug was timely in his response to my initial request and provided quality work at a fair price. Given our initial impression on the first job ,we hired him for a second, and will now be our first call for any home improvement needs. I am very pleased with his work, his professionalism and his willingness to work within our budget. I highly recommend him."
 603-770-3677
Victorian Home
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shoreline Woodcraft, LLC
5.0(
11
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Conlan and his crew did a great job! He was onboard and helpful with changes I wanted to make during the building process. He was very professional and work was completed in a timely manner…they even worked in the rain. They cleaned up every bit of debris from the job and left me with a beautiful new deck ready to use. Good quality work is hard to come by these days at an affordable price, but there was no price gouging from his company. I highly recommend Shoreline and would use them again!"
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Transformation
Took it down to the studs
Tile floor and shiplap walls

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Response time2 days
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

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