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Avatar for RAP Painting & Pressure Washing
RAP Painting & Pressure Washing
5.0(
126
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. My deck looks brand new. I did not think the deck would come out looking like I just had it installed. I am very happy with the results. Rich gave me a fair price and got the job done in a timely fashion. Thanks Rich. I will surely call on you in the future."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Profine Construction
4.7(
178
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When first meeting them, I was very impressed. I had to have work done on my shed. New roof, frame and a ramp. They never criticized that it was a small job. They gave me a great price and came to do the job as promised two days after meeting them. They (Tony, Eric and Jimmy) are perfectionists and came on time. They cleaned up so good, you wouldn t even have known there was work done. HIGHLY RECOMMEND them. I actually took extra business cards to recommend them to my neighbors and friends. They are my contractors for life!!"
Bathroom (Floor and Wall)
Porcelain Tile
Outdoor Brick Mini Staircase
Wooden Outdoor Staircase
Indoor Tile Bathroom

+5

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Total Quality Construction Solutions
5.0(
44
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marco and the team were excellent. They arrived on time. I had air leaking from around an attic ladder that was improperly installed by another contractor. The team not only performed the essential carpentry work, but also painted the ladder door which added a professional touch."
Deck second floor
wood deck reparation
porch inovation
deck for pool
deck for pool

+158

Response time6 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Top Pros Construction LLC
4.9(
65
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I never thought I would ever write a positive review with contractors. Top Pros completely replaced my old wood deck with composite. The detail and customization of the job was impeccable. As a customer who pays extra attention to minor details I can honestly write this to say thank you to Eric for building my deck, he used quality materials even new wood to drop a dumpster on my driveway was shocking. Eric was always on time, went beyond my expectations and always backed up his work. Don't think twice hire Top Pros it will be hard to find the friendliest, amazing prices and quality work from a local contractor. This is a real review from a real customer who is never 100% satisfied!"
Roofing
Roofing
Framing
Roof repair
Chimney flashing

+3

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
93 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Glass by Ro
5.0(
89
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Window Frame - Repair

Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and really knew what they were doing.I had broken a large window that was a built in frame and he knew exactly what to do.He got back to me right away and got the job done within a few days. Would definitely use him again.Very reasonable prices!"
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair

+1

Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jocema Home Improvement
4.8(
71
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our roofing and siding and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

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22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Pro Master Construction NJ, LLC
5.0(
130
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What a pleasure to do business with a company that answers calls quickly, shows up when they say they will and does the work as contracted.Pro Master Construction is always professional and their price are reasonable. I highly recommend Pro Master Construction."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
171 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

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.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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