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Avatar for Profine Construction
Profine Construction
4.7(
178
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Replaced missing siding and painted foundation: Eric was very prompt in responding to my request for a quote. He came to my house on a Sunday to give me an estimate and was extremely flexible with working within my time frame. His price was very reasonable and fair. He would check in with me as the job progressed to review what had been done to ensure I was happy with the work. He and his team were very polite, friendly and eager to make sure we were pleased with the job. I would definitely use them again."
Bathroom (Floor and Wall)
Porcelain Tile
Outdoor Brick Mini Staircase
Wooden Outdoor Staircase
Indoor Tile Bathroom

+5

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sure-Fix Remodeling
4.7(
383
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We signed a contract with Sure Fix on April 5th for painting, carpentry, tile work, plumbing and electric work totaling over $25,000 to remodel the house we had just moved into. Sure Fix's performance was decidedly mixed, and we would not hire them again. 1) 5-6 WEEKS LONGER THAN ESTIMATED Before selecting Sure Fix, Henry the owner told us the project would take TWO TO THREE weeks. In reality, they took EIGHT WEEKS, or 3-4 times longer than the estimate. 2) LATENESS NOT DUE TO ADDITIONAL WORK We added and subtracted work items after the work began, and the net cost of additional work only totaled about 20% more than the original price--a workload justifying only a few days of extra labor, and not a 5-6 week overrun. 3) ON MANY DAYS, DID NO WORK ON OUR PROJECT There were many days when only 1 or 2 workmen worked for just a few hours, and at least 10 entire days when no workmen came at all. This was a matter of health for us, as my boyfriend has asthma and was adversely affected by the dust that the prolonged work period exposed us to. 4) THEY JUGGLE MANY JOBS AT THE SAME TIME Tony, the project manager, justified his periodic abandonment of our project by writing: "We have several jobs going on and we have to be fair to everyone." We felt, however, that being fair to us would mean completing our project, without gaps of inactivity, in 2-3 weeks as promised--but that did not happen. Instead, Tony wrote on a day when no work happened: "I have other jobs to do." 5) MADE MAJOR MISTAKES COSTING US TIME AND/OR MONEY Among other mistakes, a whole week was lost when Sure Fix erred by ordering a custom countertop made of the wrong material. In the end, Henry charged us an extra $1,500 for the substitute higher-grade material we ultimately selected, but we would have been happy with our previous choice for $1,500 less. 6) STOPPED COMMUNICATING AFTER LAST PAYMENT, LEAVING WORK UNDONE After we made final payment, we could see that final touch-ups had been done with the wrong paint, and those touch-ups now required touching-up themselves. We texted Tony several times and left a voice mail for Henry to schedule the fixes still due, but neither of them bothered to answer us. SUMMARY Their workmen were friendly and the work was generally good. But on balance, we would certainly not hire Sure Fix again. Photos of some of the work that Sure Fix left uncorrected are attached."
BCI Walk-in Shower Install
Installing our first GAF roof!
BCI Walk-in Shower
Rustic Boho Basement remodel
Built-in shelves and Fireplace install to update out=dated living room

+45

Response time11 hrs
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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All Complete Construction, LLC
4.8(
900
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sam is the best person. This roofing company is very responsive to their customers. They have provided excellent work at our apt buildings, business and church building. Our family is very satisfied with their work and service. I would definitely highly recommend All Complete Construction for roof work."
Old Side Walk
Replacing Side walk
New Concrete Side Walk
New Steps
New Steps

+140

Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Uprise Construction LLC
5.0(
262
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Look no further than Uprise construction. They are a family owned business that takes pride in their work, and they are interested in helping you and solving your problems in the most efficient and helpful way!! Iggy and crew are tops!!"
New roof installed
Roof replacement
Roofing, siding, porch
New Roof
New sheathing

+44

Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Steel Penn
4.6(
237
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very Professional. Worked well with the building inspectors etc. They designed and built a dock, and a set of stairs to the side entrance of my house. They removed a cantilevered deck and replaced it with a large composite deck, which stopped water leaks into my basement. They also rebuilt and painted a small cantilevered deck. Excellent work."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of Easton, Bethlehem, Nazareth & Allentown
4.8(
100
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Garrett came to my house early to access the work and parts that were needed. Went back to his shop. Came back later with the needed materials and another worker and completed the job in a timely, professional and courteous manner."
New Kitchen
Bathroom Remodel
Mr Handyman Team
New Bay Window and Farm Sink
New vanity, light, mirror, fixture tile and base trim

+251

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chifla R Painting and Home Improvments
5.0(
8
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Tony & his crews have always done a great job for me. I've been using their services for at least 15 years now - everything from exterior painting, replacing siding, building new entrance to my deck, etc. Tony responds quickly, he shows up when he says he will, he does what he says he's going to do. I have found his pricing consistent with the high quality of his work. His crews are polite, work hard & always clean-up at the end of each working day. Couldn't be happier."
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+35

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. 

Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.

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.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

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