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Avatar for Aleni Construction, LLC
Aleni Construction, LLC
4.9(
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The contractor is seemingly reliable as well as courteous and his work was clean. I hired him to build a small custom red oak banister in my split level home. While the contractor showed up more than an hour late for this particular job, the job turned out flawlessly. They worked quietly, quickly and cleanly. The wood railing was custom built on site and looks quite attractive and appears to be quite durable."
pavers
Response time7 hrs
65 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
Avatar for European Craftsmanship, LLC
European Craftsmanship, LLC
4.7(
33
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Dariusz did an amazing job custom installing new shelves and cabinet door in our kitchen island and and creating a custom coffee nook to match our existing cabinets. He did an excellent job and highly recommend him. I will definitely hire him in the future."
kitchen
kitchen
deck
deck
deck

+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Elite Pro Construction, LLC
Elite Pro Construction, LLC
5.0(
50
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great workers. Denise and Gary did a great job. Really Happy with the outcome of my project. I would highly recommend them to anyone and will definitely hire them for my future projects. Keep up the great work Elite Pro Construction."
My work
My work
My work
My work
My work

+32

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
95 neighbors recently requested a quote
Prosperity Rails, Inc.
4.4(
86
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The only reason I listed that I would not hire this company is because I did not hire them and do not know how their work product is. That said, the gentleman that I spoke to on the phone was very pleasant and knew what he was talking about."
Main stair right
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Main balcony before handrail installation
Main stair left

+20

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for J OF ALL TRADES, MULTI-SERVICE
J OF ALL TRADES, MULTI-SERVICE
5.0(
37
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently hired J of all trades to install new flooring in my home, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From the beginning, they were professional, punctual, and incredibly easy to work with. Highly recommend to anyone looking for quality flooring work. I’ll definitely be using them again for future projects!"
Pavers repair
Paver light install
Gutter Guards
Gutter Guards
Roofing

+603

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Avatar for Celtic Craftsmen, LLC
Celtic Craftsmen, LLC
5.0(
7
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Furniture - Build CustomCarpentry Framing - InstallCloset - Build+1 more

Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Celtic Crossman did a beautiful privacy lattice for our property. There were two parts of the project and it was a little bit tricky but the results were wonderful.. It was nice to work with, and we have other projects that we hope to work with them again on"
Kitchen refresh
Custom furniture
White oak Coffee table
White oak coffee table
Custom shoe and backpack storage

+7

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Steadfast Carpentry LLC
5.0(
8
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Carpentry Framing - InstallArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business+7 more

Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Patrick did a fantastic job! Our house is about 130 years old and whenever we want to do a project here, it needs 10 extra steps. Patrick had the know how and the patience to do the job right. We are already talking about hiring him for additional projects in the new year!"
The final product.
After
Jim's New Back Porch
After
The custom balusters before top plates were installed on the railing.

+54

Response time6 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

Joists and beams are both part of the flooring system above your basement, with the beams spanning the length of your home and getting support from vertical posts underneath, and joists usually spanning half the width of your home with no support posts underneath. The floor joists provide even support to the subflooring and flooring above, and they distribute that load to the beams. The beams then distribute that load down through the support posts to the foundation.

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.

Landscape timbers can last 10 to 20 years in the ground when installed correctly. Pressure-treated timbers will last longer than non-treated ones, as pressure treatment makes the wood more rot-resistant. Wood exposed to high moisture levels or extreme temperature and weather fluctuations may not last as long as wood in drier areas with more consistent weather.

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