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Avatar for J&J Elite Carpentry, Inc.
J&J Elite Carpentry, Inc.
4.6(
342
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving South River, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I want to tell you of the great experience I had with J&J Elite Carpentry. The relationship with them started with the owner Jose Lugo. We had to replace two old staircases that were falling off the wall and also to install hardwood floors in a foyer at the bottom of one of the staircases. After looking over the whole job and taking measurements Jose assured us that the job we needed and wanted could be done. This was important to us because the house is very old and you can imagine that it is not easy to work in old homes. Joseâ s team had to create a staircase around an old sewer pipe in the basement, it was a tricky job and they did a great job of creating a solid staircase to incorporate the pipe - they created the staircase on site. Leo, the head carpenter, ensured that the crew did a good job throughout. Any issues or concerns we had were taken care of. The project ran two days longer than we all expected but that was necessary and they did a beautiful job. Jose was attentive to what was going on and stopped by to see how the work was coming along - he was very pleasant to work with. They stand by their work and that is extremely important. And they cleaned up everything before they left. They did an excellent job - we are happy. We highly recommend J&J Elite Carpentry for your staircases and hardwood floors."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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D's Fencing, LLC
4.8(
53
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving South River, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At D's Fencing, LLC we pride ourselves on customer satisfaction. With attention to detail and a commitment to our clients you won't be disappointed. Call today and set an appointment!

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Chain Link Fences
Chain Link Fences
Aluminum Fence
Aluminum Fence

+36

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Fiorino Custom Homes
Fiorino Custom Homes
5.0(
30
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving South River, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He was good. Meticulous contractor, knew what he was doing. Reliable, showed up everyday. Has 30 yrs of experience. Brought full workshop with him in his truck. Excellent from rough to finish carpentry."
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+41

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Profine Construction
Profine Construction
4.7(
178
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving South River, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Though the original start of the project was pushed out one day, work was done quickly the next day without sacrificing quality. Project completion including cleanup done in a day. They have all the materials needed and necessary safety equipments as they had to repair the siding from the third floor of the building."
Bathroom (Floor and Wall)
Porcelain Tile
Outdoor Brick Mini Staircase
Wooden Outdoor Staircase
Indoor Tile Bathroom

+5

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Princeton Design Build Group, LLC
4.6(
228
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving South River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James did a wonderful job to fix my badly damaged deck due to last winter's weather condition. If you world like to find a contractor who is professional and provides quality work, then look no further than James of Princeton Design Build Group. Highly recommend."
kitchen cabinets and floor
new cabinets and floor
new kitchen cabinets and floor
kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel

+12

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Dominion Construction
Dominion Construction
5.0(
40
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving South River, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With almost 15 years of experience We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n\nhttps://dominionconstruction-nj.com/\nEnglish and Spanish Available \n\nSenior Citizen, Military Veteran and First Responder Discounts Available - Inquire Within \n\nDeposits May Be Required - Inquire Within \n\nAccepts Cash, Checks & Zelle, credit cards etc

Home Siding Is Complete
Home Siding Is Complete
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Home Siding Is Complete

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Avatar for Glass by Ro
Glass by Ro
5.0(
90
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Window Frame - Repair

Serving South River, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The glass in the bedroom window came off the frame . It was going to fall off. Rolando came the same day and fix the window. Huge stress off my shoulders. That the glass didn’t fall and break in pieces."
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair

+1

Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Top Pros Construction LLC
Top Pros Construction LLC
4.9(
65
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving South River, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fast quote, fast response, very hard-working, and super clean up after. Very polite, and they finished the job on time and fast. They inspected, and cleared debris, leaves, and dirt off 3 industrial building roofs and cleaned up all the mess. Communicate every step of the process. Job did 2 days after quote."
Roofing
Roofing
Framing
Roof repair
Chimney flashing

+3

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
94 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

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