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Tim Gagnon Frame to Finish
4.7(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+5 more

Serving Nelson, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"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
4.5(
38
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+7 more

Serving Nelson, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

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
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Fitzpatrick Home Inspection
4.6(
27
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Nelson, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Michael is a fantastic builder, very personable, informative and I value his opinion. Overall I will recommend Michael to anyone who needs building needs and I will continue to use him for future building needs."
wanescoting
wall repair and paint
deck repair
deck repair
pressure washing

+88

Response time11 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Beck and Call Property Services, LLC
5.0(
10
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Nelson, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Skip for removal of some furniture as I have physical limitations. Communication was easy with him from the start and I appreciated how professional and friendly he was. Skip is a gem of a guy. I look forward to hiring him again in the future and have already recommended him to friends."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Freedom Framing and More, LLC
4.3(
14
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+13 more

Serving Nelson, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The project is underway and will be completed on time. Mathew is very personable and easy to work with. He has kept me informed about every step thus far. I’m looking forward to having our new space completed and ready to use."
Before
During
Wrapping up
Finished
Prep

+34

Response time2 days
Response rate95%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc
4.7(
31
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Closet - Build

Serving Nelson, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These guys get it done super hard work everything was done right I’m happy with the outcome and my wife is happy as well Tejada remodeling is awesome and well done all my projects from now on"
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+6

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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.

The average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

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.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

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