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Avatar for Mr. Handyman of S. Orange/Westfield/Scotch Plains & Metuchen
Mr. Handyman of S. Orange/Westfield/Scotch Plains & Metuchen
4.5(
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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Credit card accepted

"Our carpenter was prompt, courteous and very neat. He did exactly what he said he would and his estimate was almost spot on. The work took place over a couple of days and scheduling was very easy even during their busy time"
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+350

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Glass by Ro
5.0(
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

"Very professional and really knew what they were doing.I had broken a large window that was a built in frame and he knew exactly what to do.He got back to me right away and got the job done within a few days. Would definitely use him again.Very reasonable prices!"
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair

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Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CSZ Construction
4.6(
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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"My parents and I live in a old brick apartment building in Hoboken that is from the 1880s. The bathroom in our apartment had not been updated since the 1940s. We needed help ASAP. We checked out Cesar s page and wanted to hire him immediately. The reviews speak for themselves. When he came into our apartment to give us a quote we knew that this was contractor we needed to get the job done. Cesar is affordable, friendly, and very accommodating to any issues or concerns you have before starting the project. Two massive issues with our project were that my dad has spinal & walking issues, so we needed the floors clear of all tools and materials at the end of the each day so that father could walk efficiently through the apartment. The other big issue was that we only have 1 bathroom, so Cesar agreed to work with us on pulling the toilet off and on as every day finished so that we did not have to leave our building to use the toilet. Him and his crew are the best and take pride in their work so that owner is happy with the final result. We brought the bathroom down to the bare bones and rebuilt it back up. I worked with him every step of the way to make sure that he needed all materials to get the job done in the time we needed. This project was an intense remodel with some of the hardest demo and substrate materials that an old bathroom can have. He didn t think anything of it. He has veteran experience in the field and this remodel only took 3 weeks. We are very impressed with Cesar s craftsmanship and professionalism and we will be hiring him again for any future interior projects."
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+168

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Skies Are The Limit, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"Let me start by saying, Adrian is simply amazing! A professional through and through. For everything I need done around the house/property, he's my go to. I had a leakage in my basement, needed it repaired quickly, and he was on the scene the same day! fixed the problem , and showed me go to do it every step of the way! Whether it's big projects like fixing the pipes and plumbing or small ones like helping me install pool steps, his dedication to a job well done, and customer satisfaction remains the same. He goes out of his way to help his clients, His patience is unmatched and he genuinely cares about his clients, he builds relationships with them and shows you that it's not all about the money. He genuinely cares about his work and the people he services. He's always willing to show you what he's doing and why he's doing it or why he's using certain materials instead of other. There's complete transparency in his process and he walks you through it so that you can be knowledgeable as well. If you're looking for someone to do the job right the first time around , he's your man! If you're looking for someone to help you bring your vision to life, he's your man! I recommend him to tbh one because he's really that good. Whatever your expectations are, he'll exceed it, it's right there in the company name!"
Kitchen Renovation
Bathroom
Bathroom Renovation
Kitchen Renovation
Bathroom Renovation

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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Elite Pro Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"Gerald did an exceptional job on the stucco and foundation work for my house. His craftsmanship, attention to detail, and professionalism were top notch. The quality of his work exceeded my expectations, and he made the entire process smooth and stress free. I highly recommend Gerald to anyone looking for skilled and reliable workmanship."
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+32

Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
92 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Indigo Construction Co.
5.0(
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

"Ryan Jones is the most competent contractor I have worked with. I have done many renovations to my 1059 year old house. This time we had two small rooms reconfigured into 1 master bedroom. Heat, electricity, framing, a beam added and plumbing were all part of the project. All done impeccably. Ryan’s strength is his knowledge, problem solving skill and excellent communication skills. The price was reasonable even with multiple change orders . I will definitely use him again"
Doors Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Buena Vista
N. Mich
Remodeling - General Project

+64

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
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Nova Roofing
5.0(
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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Emergency services offered

"The staff was very professional. They came with their crew and began working from start to finish. They made little mess and when they left there were minimal signs that they had even been there except the yard sign. It was literally raining in my home and after they were done a few days later we had a storm and not a drop of water was coming through my laundry room. I feel safe knowing I can finally use my washer and dryer without standing in a puddle of water risking electric shock. I really needed their help and they came through for me and my family. I'm so thankful for Andy and his staff for making this possible. I highly recommend this company for all of your roofing needs, you willn't be disappointed."
Response time2 days
Response rate93%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

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.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

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