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Avatar for J&J Elite Carpentry, Inc.
J&J Elite Carpentry, Inc.
4.6(
342
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I want to tell you of the great experience I had with J&J Elite Carpentry. The relationship with them started with the owner Jose Lugo. We had to replace two old staircases that were falling off the wall and also to install hardwood floors in a foyer at the bottom of one of the staircases. After looking over the whole job and taking measurements Jose assured us that the job we needed and wanted could be done. This was important to us because the house is very old and you can imagine that it is not easy to work in old homes. Joseâ s team had to create a staircase around an old sewer pipe in the basement, it was a tricky job and they did a great job of creating a solid staircase to incorporate the pipe - they created the staircase on site. Leo, the head carpenter, ensured that the crew did a good job throughout. Any issues or concerns we had were taken care of. The project ran two days longer than we all expected but that was necessary and they did a beautiful job. Jose was attentive to what was going on and stopped by to see how the work was coming along - he was very pleasant to work with. They stand by their work and that is extremely important. And they cleaned up everything before they left. They did an excellent job - we are happy. We highly recommend J&J Elite Carpentry for your staircases and hardwood floors."
 12
 Warren
 Piscataway
East Rutherford
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+67

Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for D's Fencing, LLC
D's Fencing, LLC
4.8(
53
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At D's Fencing, LLC we pride ourselves on customer satisfaction. With attention to detail and a commitment to our clients you won't be disappointed. Call today and set an appointment!

  Fence
Chain Link Fences
Chain Link Fences
Aluminum Fence
Aluminum Fence

+36

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for ETC Home Improvement
ETC Home Improvement
4.8(
227
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eddie Costa and his ETC Home Improvement team are the only general contractors I will work with. I have used ETC many times over several years, and I am never disappointed. Eddie is my general contractor for several rentals and my home. He put a beautiful kitchen in a shore rental, does every aspect of the construction bringing in great plumbers and electricians, too. Eddie aligns his work and subcontractors so it goes fast. He brings in locally constructed kitchen cabinets that are beautiful. Eddie is just finishing a home office addition and master closet for me, and it turned out perfect. Finish carpentry by Carlos is amongst the best I have seen. I can’t say enough about how professional Ed is, and all the team he brings in. His prices are very reasonable for the quality you will get. For major projects, you will not have to hires anyone else, he has the best on his team. I recommend Eddie and ETC at the highest level."
Kitchen
Bathroom
Painting job
Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Fiorino Custom Homes
5.0(
30
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He was good. Meticulous contractor, knew what he was doing. Reliable, showed up everyday. Has 30 yrs of experience. Brought full workshop with him in his truck. Excellent from rough to finish carpentry."
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+41

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Profine Construction
Profine Construction
4.7(
178
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Though the original start of the project was pushed out one day, work was done quickly the next day without sacrificing quality. Project completion including cleanup done in a day. They have all the materials needed and necessary safety equipments as they had to repair the siding from the third floor of the building."
Bathroom (Floor and Wall)
Porcelain Tile
Outdoor Brick Mini Staircase
Wooden Outdoor Staircase
Indoor Tile Bathroom

+5

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Princeton Design Build Group, LLC
4.6(
228
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James did a wonderful job to fix my badly damaged deck due to last winter's weather condition. If you world like to find a contractor who is professional and provides quality work, then look no further than James of Princeton Design Build Group. Highly recommend."
kitchen cabinets and floor
new cabinets and floor
new kitchen cabinets and floor
kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel

+12

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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.

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