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Built To Last Home Improvements, LLC
4.8(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Oak Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

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"Aaron is awesome. I have had home do multiple projects for my home and will be using him for some other stuff I need done. He is professional..clean..and very reasonably priced for the quality of work done. I highly recommend him!"
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
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You Break We Fix
4.3(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Oak Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect. No other words needed. On time. Polite. Professional. Worked like dogs all day. Knew exactly what they were getting themselves and how to get it done. I will definitely hire them again for my next project."
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Recommended by64%of homeowners
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CSZ Construction
4.6(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Oak Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the third and largest project that Cesar has done for me. He is without question the best contractor I have ever used. His tiling work is fantastic! He is Knowledgeable, Honest, Fair and completely trustworthy. We were away for long periods of time while he worked alone in our house. I won't even consider another contractor for any additional work that we would do in the future. We just did two bathrooms with him and they came out perfect. Cesar is an easy guy to work with and has a great work ethic. He's a first class, stand up guy!"
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
Ernest & Sons General Contractors
4.1(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Oak Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Customers say: Quality work

"They are not local to my area. Please, hire local. And this is for Angi: Try not to recommend contractors who are a significant distance away, in this case around 80 miles (and 2 states) away. Great website, appears to be professionally designed and maintained, I like what they do (judging from the content in the website) but I am outside their service area. I don't live in that area. If I owned a home or apartment in that area, I would hire them."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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RR Building and Remodeling
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Oak Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

RR Building and remodeling is a family owned and operated business committed to helping turn our customer's visions into reality. What sets us apart is our personalized approach and unwavering commitment to quality. Our team of skilled in house craftsmen bring decades of combined experience to every project, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and superior craftsmanship. \n\nOur services include: New home construction, renovations and additions, foundation work, bathroom remodels, custom carpentry, masonry, decorative concrete, and overall project management. \n\nBy blending innovative trends with timeless craftsmanship, RR Building and Remodeling aims to create spaces that not only impress but also stand the test of time, ensuring your home remains both stylish and functional for years to come.

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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Forever construction
4.9(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Oak Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and quality drywall work on both our living room ceiling around a stone fireplace and a damaged bathroom wall. End result was perfect. Highly recommend Argostoli Construction for any and all interior work."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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MTL Contracting
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Oak Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt has done a variety of jobs over the years. One of his strengths is that he hears you out about your concerns and tries to accommodate every specific detail of your job. He is very responsive in follow up to make things just as you want them. He is very attentive to quality. I will recommend and use him, again."
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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, 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, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

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