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

Serving Peterborough, 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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Revive Roofing & Siding LLC
4.5(
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For BusinessWindow Frame - Repair+1 more

Serving Peterborough, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"Keith and his crew came out and did a wonderful job, the lawn guy damaged the vinyl siding skirting on both sides of my mud room and the two columns, and Keith and his crew repaired the damage and did a great job. I would certainly be using them again and also recommend them. Thanks Scott K."
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+40

Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Freedom Framing and More, LLC
4.3(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+13 more

Serving Peterborough, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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"I had a great experience with Freedom Framing! Matthew was very easy to work with and did a great job for a great price! Matthew is not only a great carpenter he is a very good project manager, ensuring the supporting contractors needed to complete the work arrived on time and performed top quality work. I would strongly recommend him for any construction work needed. I will be calling Matthew for the next project on my list! Excellent job Matthew! Thank you very much!"
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+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 Peterborough, NH and surrounding areas

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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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Response time1 day
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

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