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Avatar for Merrill's Home Repair & Renovations, LLC
Merrill's Home Repair & Renovations, LLC
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Plaistow, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Phil and his team did a great job repairing rotten trim boards, rebuilding door frames and deck railings, and repairing siding. All of his work was outstanding. He and his friendly team worked quickly and with solid quality (better than new). We would hire Phil again anytime. We were especially impressed with his attention to detail."
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Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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603 Contracting LLC
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Carpentry Framing - InstallArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Plaistow, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired 603 Construction during Covid to build an addition on our home, and the result completely transformed how we live in the space, especially our kitchen, which has become the heart of our home and an incredible gathering place for family and friends. Like any major project (especially during Covid), there were challenges along the way, but Mike and team handled them and delivered a final product that has created lasting memories for my family and friends. Great group of guys that work hard to deliver! Highly recommend!!"
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ESP Remodeling
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Plaistow, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Tiago did a great job building a custom madeà  wood cabinet for my new linear fireplace, He was extremely conscientious and courteous. He provided a fair price and fantastic workmanship I would recommend Tiago for any carpentry or remodelingà  job big or small.à   It was money well spent"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
Torin Soares Contracting
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Plaistow, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had demo of Jacuzzi bathtub and install of walk in shower. Work was done quickly and very happy with the final results. Also hired to build a feed and tack shed for horses. Love it! Poured concrete floor and added on to current barn. Looks great."
Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by27%of homeowners
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Kelleher General Contracting
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Plaistow, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike answered my post quickly, was easy to negotiate a good deal with, and got the job done efficiently and right within the time frame he estimated. Iâ d hire Kelleher Exteriors for another project."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

Yes, most services include necessary frame modifications for proper door fitting. Confirm with your provider.

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.

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.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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