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Avatar for Wekz Multiservice LLc
Wekz Multiservice LLc
5.0(
86
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Paulsboro, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Willie is just amazing!!! Totally blown away with the whole experience and quality of his companies work! He was quick to respond to my multiple questions and was a pleasure to talk to! Him and his partner went ABOVE and beyond! I had a list of things to get done for a local move. They unmounted and remounted my 60 inch TV, broke down and reassembled my adjustable bed frame(Which was huge and friggen heavy), put together big furniture cabinet, Took apart an old wooden bed frame and hung curtains rods for my bedroom windows. They were fast, efficient, friendly, informative and very reasonably priced! This guy does it all so if you need a task completed call Willie! 10 out of 10! HIGHLY RECOMMEND"
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+45

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by47%of homeowners
Andy's Custom Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
25
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Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Paulsboro, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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Warranties offered

"Andy and his crew built a screened in porch around an old deck we never used. They did such an amazing job and it was a custom job from start to finish. The quality of work and attention to detail make this one of the most used rooms in our home. We have another quote out for him as any further needs we have will be addressed by him. I can say without a doubt that no one else could have matched what they did. Sorry, we did not find him sooner. David Garrett"
 2nd Floor Addition over Garage
 Living room and kitchen - tear out and open wall
 glass tile and whirlpool tub
 Master Bedroom Closet
 Primed and ready for paint

+11

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for EdgeMills Remodeling
EdgeMills Remodeling
4.1(
128
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair+1 more

Serving Paulsboro, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tom is an excellent carpenter. He did a fabulous job on the deck surface repair. He also repaired a broken baluster. His craftsmanship and attention to detail is without peerHis work is top notch for fair price. Great personality. I will not hesitate to call him first for any project within his scope of expertise."
Berlin Home Addition
Berlin Home Addition
Berlin Home Addition
Berlin Home Addition
Berlin Home Addition

+13

Response time12 hrs
Response rate99%
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Doctor Fix-it LLC
5.0(
15
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Paulsboro, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am so glad I made the decision in hiring Doctor Fix-It. He made the entire process and experience very pleasant, as with answered all my questions as first-time homeowner; which helped relieved all my anxiety and concerns with my deck. He was very knowledgeable in what needed to be done, as with he knew exactly how to do it. The manner in how he works you would think he had a team of workers with him, which showed me how proficient and efficient he is as a contractor. End result, my deck looks FABULOUS. I highly recommend using this business."
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+3

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Dandy Handy
4.5(
38
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Paulsboro, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dandy Handy also known as Kevin did an excellent job for me. He was on time, courteous, and confident. He came to my home, assess the problem and went and found the proper material to fix my storm door weather stripping. His pricing Was fair. Strongly recommend him for any handyman jobs."
floating rear deck
Backsplash
Roofing repair
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+1

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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Closet America, LLC
4.1(
83
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Closet - Build

Serving Paulsboro, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Easy process. Scheduling conflicts on the contractors part, but great customer service on their part, i.e. availability, responsiveness, etc. to exceed our expectations."
Contemporary Entry - Seat Beach Floral Pattern Cushion
Walk in
Maple Garage
Sunset Finish Walk-in
Media Center With Accent Wall

+62

969 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

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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