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Avatar for PV Painting and Decorating, Inc.
PV Painting and Decorating, Inc.
5.0(
309
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"PV Painting & Decorating provided exemplary/timely service, and impeccable quality of work on our house. Petar is an incredibly kind and considerate person who made sure to check-in at every step making sure we were comfortable and happy with the work he was providing. He provided us both interior and exterior services including drywall, painting and carpentry all around our house. I want to thank Petar for a job well done! Would recommend him for anyone looking for top notch service in the Western New York Area."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Vins Contracting
4.9(
123
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did exactly like we discussed with dog ear fence install 20 foot section. The were hired to rebuild my front porch, really building a new one. Do not have to pay upfront and were here at time promised, I highly recommend."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dorner Decking and Renovations
4.8(
54
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Tim returned my call for an estimate within a day . When he came to my house we went over the scope of the job .After picking out materials and colors he explained the scope of job in detail to my wife and i he made several helpful suggestions. His crew showed up to install the new deck on time, took time to answer my questions and after completion (which came out awesome) they cleaned up my yard it was as if nobody worked there. I would definitely recommend Dorner decking to anyone looking for any kind of deck work"
Burwick
Lofty Mtn
Mellot
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rick's Repair Work
4.9(
45
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot say enough great things about my experience! From start to finish, Ashton was absolutely wonderful to work with. He was professional, knowledgeable, patient, and extremely skilled at what he does. He took the time to answer questions, provided excellent customer service, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. The quality of work on my Cedar Springs bar exceeded my expectations — I am truly in love with how my project turned out! His attention to detail and craftsmanship really show. I would without hesitation hire him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for quality work and outstanding service."
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project

+115

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Helixx Carpentry
5.0(
10
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic work, and for a lower cost than we had anticipated! Austin went above and beyond. The job was complex due to several unique wall areas. He installed doors and did window trim as well as baseboard, and it looks incredibly beautiful. We highly recommend his work and integrity."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ed Morrow Contracting
4.7(
28
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ed repaired the staircase newel posts, balusters and railings taking great care to preserve the wood finishes. He was able identify the carpentry errors and safety issues in the work left undone by the previous contractor. Without disparaging the previous contractor, he professionally pointed out what needed to be done and provided detailed steps to complete the project with a timeline for completion. All work was completed as described. We are very impressed with Ed?s carpentry work, attention to safety details and the cost of the project which was done in 2 days. We definitely recommend him if you looking for a personable professional!"
composite deck steps and p.t. wood railings
rail & post replacement
railing and post replacement
glass block  window repair
custom baseboard & trim

+90

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for Duggan Home Services
Duggan Home Services
4.8(
16
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace+3 more

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have 7+ years of experience. From changing a lightbulb to a finished basement we do it all! No job is too small services offered include just about everything you could need done at your home. Your satisfaction is our goal in all of your projects. Click to request a quote today!

Wooden fence/gate repair
Wooden fence/gate repair
Wooden fence/gate repair
Wooden fence/gate repair
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Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Nickel City Repair
4.5(
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWindow Frame - Repair+1 more

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My pro was skilled and had great attention to detail. Roger always let me know when he was on the way. He did extra work and was courteous. It could have been completed more timely, but honestly, the plaster took time to dry between coats. He painted our whole ceiling after repairing it. He also repaired cat scratches and chipped plaster. by our backdoor & repainted that whole wall. We have an old house and it needs work. He was very good."
Handymen Project
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
drywall hanging and finishing.
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

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.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

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