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Avatar for Lindholm's Carpentry & Home Repair LLC
Lindholm's Carpentry & Home Repair LLC
4.9(
148
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Ocean City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The father and son team of Scott & Chris Lindholm did an excellent job of installing our 8 windows and 1 storm door. Several window sills and frames had extensive rotting that required new framing to accommodate the new replacement windows. The Lindholm team had the experience and proper tools to accomplish the work in a timely fashion. They did an excellent job, were courteous and policed up the refuse generated from the demolition and hauled it away. We feel very confident in recommending them for any carpentry work you may need performed."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+98

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Shoreline Home Renovations, LLC
Shoreline Home Renovations, LLC
4.9(
22
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Carpentry Framing - InstallDeck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving Ocean City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh and his crew did a excellent job building my deck. The details and the construction is very detailed and his craftsmanship creates a quality product. Josh was also on time, and very responsive to all my questions during the build. I look forward to having him build my next project. I highly recommend Shoreline."
Avalon
Avalon
Avalon
Avalon
Avalon

+11

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for ZZeo's Home Renovations
ZZeo's Home Renovations
4.9(
122
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+7 more

Serving Ocean City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Angel and his team did a first class job of building a beautiful screened in porch on our existing deck, including the necessary structural work underneath. We spoke with multiple contractors and ZZEOS were the most knowledgeable and detailed oriented. We were so impressed with the porch, we had the finish off around the bottom of the deck. Pricing was very reasonable. They give you lots of options like skylights, doors, siding and shingle colors, etc. if we do anything else to our home, we will give them a call."
Response time5 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Wise Choice Contractors, LLC
Wise Choice Contractors, LLC
5.0(
15
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Ocean City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

With over 20 years of experience, Wise Choice Contractors LLC is a smarter choice for repairing your home. We stand behind and take pride in our workmanship. You can trust our reliability and judgment as a father and sons-owned/operated small business. When beginning a renovation or remodeling project, starting from the foundation up is best. Repairs and reinforcement can be made at the beginning of a home improvement project to help protect your investment. Give us a call for a free inspection. It's not just a structure; it's your home. \nWe look forward to working with you on your home repair project.

Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Tartan Woodworking, LLC
4.8(
23
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Furniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Ocean City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Greg, owner of Tartan Woodworking ,is an expert craftsman. He creates truly custom trimwork for your home. Greg listens to your ideas and creates exactly what you want. He even makes up different trim options that you can pick from, so you can be sure it s the right look. Working with Greg is a pleasure and enjoyable. He is the kind of guy you want working in your home. If you want to be truly satisfied with your project call Tartan Woodworking. He is as good as it gets."
Custom Serving Bar
Custom Serving Bar
Large Built In
Large Built In
Response time1 day
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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LGS General Contractor LLC
4.9(
10
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Carpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Ocean City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"On time. Quality work. Good price. Friendly and helpful. Kept the work site clean and neat. At the end of the work day everything stored away. Provided evidence of insurance and licensing. I am a retired building contractor and would hire them again enthusiastically."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

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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