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RAP Painting & Pressure Washing
5.0(
125
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Serving Wantage, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"RAP did a wonderful job power washing my house and paver patio. I live on a busy road and the house builds up a lot of dirt; the back of the house faces north and gets a lot of green buildup on the siding. After Rich and his crew powerwashed, everything is clean, bright and beautiful. The pavers came out great, too, they look like new! Easy to work with and a really good price."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Profine Construction
4.7(
178
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Serving Wantage, 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%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Top Pros Construction LLC
4.9(
63
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Serving Wantage, NJ and surrounding areas

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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%
183 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All Complete Construction, LLC
4.8(
900
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Serving Wantage, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In 2024 our self-managed their faced our largest project to date on our 1965 building. The balcony membranes and stucco needed to be replaced and repaired. We did our due diligence and had companies give us proposals and estimates. We decided on they're after inspecting other buildings, researching their methods and comparing prices. We liked that they use their own teams rather than sub-contracting the work."
Old Side Walk
Replacing Side walk
New Concrete Side Walk
New Steps
New Steps

+140

Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
94 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dominion Construction
5.0(
37
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Serving Wantage, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dominion Construction was both inexpensive and very responsive. They showed up when they said they would they did a beautiful job and I would recommend them for any of the roofing or trim work that you might need in your house."
Home Siding Is Complete
Home Siding Is Complete
Home Siding Is Complete
Home Siding Is Complete
Home Siding Is Complete

+132

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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White House Contractor, LLC
5.0(
48
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Serving Wantage, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the work that was done on my house. I was given an honest reasonable price and the work was excellent! I would highly recommend them if you have any roofing work."
White House Contractor, LLC
White House Contractor, LLC
White House Contractor, LLC
White House Contractor, LLC
White House Contractor, LLC

+19

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Uprise Construction LLC
5.0(
262
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Serving Wantage, NJ and surrounding areas

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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
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THE GOAT CONSTRUCTION LLC
5.0(
25
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Serving Wantage, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend THE GOAT CONSTRUCTION to anyone needing a roof replacement. They exceeded my expectations in every way, and Iâ  m confident my home is in great hands with their work!"
Deck sanding and painting
Deck sanding and painting
Deck sanding and painting
Deck sanding and painting
Deck sanding and painting

+24

Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Express Way Roofing & Siding, LLC
5.0(
50
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Serving Wantage, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had our old wooden deck removed and replaced with a new 12x12 Trex deck, and we’re very happy with the results. The crew was professional, efficient, and easy to work with. They completed the project on a fast timeline without sacrificing quality, and the finished deck looks great. We’d definitely recommend them to anyone looking for deck work."
Roofing & Siding
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
283 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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.

Proper Murphy bed installation minimizes the risk of wall damage. A secure attachment requires making some holes for anchors or brackets, but these can be easily patched if the bed is removed. To ensure the installation is done correctly and safely, hiring a professional is recommended, especially if you have limited DIY experience.

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

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.

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. 

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