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Avatar for Wilber's Painting
Wilber's Painting
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Totowa, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"As it happens, Wilber's Painting has skilled carpenters on staff who are competent, experienced, and committed to old world craftsmanship. Our good fortune was getting Maynor, a highly talented carpenter, who constructed and installed the door, which is quite attractive. The installation was tricky because the 90 year-old frame was not perfectly squared but he managed to get the right fit. Mahogany was used for the door frame and safety glass for the insert. I opted not to have a screen insert, so the glass is a permanent fixture."
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Home Line Construction, LLC
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Totowa, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

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"Home Line Construction did an amazing job and work was completed in just one week. They first had to remove several large concrete slabs before being able to prepare the surface to take the new pavers and remove a failed railroad tie wall in order to build the new block wall. They did an awesome job of tying two leaders together to drain the gutters under the new pavers and wall to the garden area beyond. Requests for information and estimates were handled immediately and all questions answered fully. Was our pleasure working with professionals and they receive a very high grade from "Inspector Young" (the husband here) who as a retired Construction Official/Building Inspector had many occasions to observe and inspect others work. Our site was left so much better than how it had been. Kudos to Ardian and his team. Would definitely recommend them highly."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
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PROPER HOME SERVICE LLC
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Totowa, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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Founded in 2007, our company is a leader in providing specialized construction services, including roofing, siding, decking, and concrete. With a deep commitment to quality and innovation, we stand out for our unique approach and attention to detail. Our core values?integrity, excellence, and customer service?enable us to create projects that are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing. Every project is an opportunity to showcase our craftsmanship and dedication, offering customized solutions that exceed your expectations. We are here to help you build your future with distinctive quality and style.

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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Rite-Way Home Improvements
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Totowa, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"We are beyond happy with our new deck from Riteway Home Improvement! The craftsmanship is absolutely beautiful, and the whole process was smooth and stress-free. Huge thank you to the team"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
224 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Supreme Pro Construction
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Totowa, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"We had Supreme Pro Construction and his crew build our deck in our townhouse complex. Our deck was old and rotting. Supreme Pro Construction earned their name by doing a fabulous job reconstructing our deck in Trex. He was great with the building dept here in Wayne and submitted beautiful drawings for us. Supreme Pro Construction and his crew did a beautiful job. Start to finish and at a reasonable price. I would highly recommend Supreme Pro Construction!"
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Response time9 hrs
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Top Pros Construction LLC
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Totowa, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"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!"
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+3

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
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Pro Master Construction NJ, LLC
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Totowa, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

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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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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.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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. 

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

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