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Top-Rated Contractors in Amherst - Updated Nov 2026

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Revive Renovators
4.5(
85
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim was great to work with. He was excellent at communication and was always available for a call when I had questions. Jim is also very knowledge about what needed to be done and the best way to get them accomplished. Will use American United Construction Services for future work as well!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
A & W General Contractors
5.0(
1
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

A & W General Contractors is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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+2

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Buffalo Builders Craftsmen & Design
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We offer friendly and courteous service. We are always ready to answer your questions or address your concerns. We have built our reputation on our commitment to providing exceptional service. This has earned us an impressive reputation with many valuable customers. We take pride in delivering value through top quality work with competitive prices.

Response time5 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Joshua Maroney
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

I've a skilled and personable house cleaner who has been cleaning houses in the Buffalo area for about 6 years. I take pride in offering clients peace of mind by understanding their needs and being flexible with scheduling. Recently I've gained experience in construction and handyman work to add to my repertoire. \nI clean thoroughly and fast, leaving your house feeling brand new in a matter of hours!

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M.I.A. Services
5.0(
12
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Quick installation, affordable and professional. It was a great experience working with Mike. He was very friendly and helpful. He even did some small works that were not part of the job and taught me how to do some it so I wonâ t hurt myself in case I need to do it in my own. This is my first time hiring him and certainly wonâ t be the last. I highly recommend this company!"
Response time2 days
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Nathaniels Construction
4.5(
29
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"Nathaniel's Constr gave me a very reasonable quote on reroofing my home. When it was time to do the job, they came in and performed very professionally. When the job was done, and they had left, there was no cleanup necessary. Nathaniel's Constr did everything they said and quickly as well. I highly recommend them."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

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.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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