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Top-Rated Carpenters in Ancram - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Riemer Contracting, LLC
Riemer Contracting, LLC
4.7(
69
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Ancram, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1948

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As someone familiar with home construction , I would definitely recommend Riemer Contracting. My project was an attached deck covered with a gabled roof. I also required that the gabled end, and soffit overhang, steps and railings all matched the design of the house. Also included was removing a window and installing an entry door. Daniel understood my request and immediately responded with a reasonable proposal and completed the job in his estimated time frame. He also kept in contact, keeping me updated on material and worker arrivals. His skilled carpenter Oswaldo, took painstaking care to insure that my detailed requests were met and any variations or adjustments throughout the project were easily handled. To sum it up , the job was handled Professionally, Skillfully and Satisfactorily. I highly recommend Riemer Contracting."
Bathroom
Composite with hog fence railing
Composite with hog fence railing
Composite with hog fence
Stairs with pvc

+24

Response time6 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
JLR Construction
4.8(
18
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCloset - BuildDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Ancram, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Joe and Chris exceeded all of our expectations with the job. The job consisted of having to remove the left side door frame and molding from our bathroom door which they took great care in doing thus minimizing any destruction of the plaster walls. They expertly installed the new frame and rehung the door perfectly. They also repaired out front exterior door which was out of plumb and not closing properly. And also replaced our exterior basement door. They also replaced a damaged tongue and groove knotty pine board in our stairwell leading to our upstairs bedroom. Joe and Chris explained everything they had to do to complete the jobs and Joes estimate was reasonable in price. They are both gentlemen with a professional attitude, friendly and easy to talk to about the work and a variety of other topics not related to the job at hand. I highly recommend them."
Siding prep
Siding finished
Prep work
Finished wall
Front Porch

+8

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Oneonta Home & Garden
Oneonta Home & Garden
5.0(
2
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Deck or Porch - RepairArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Ancram, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mike was incredibly kind and helpful getting things done to code on our budget. He did our porch, firewall and kitchen floor without a big crew or making a huge mess. Highly recommend for anyone who needs a fix up or a bigger projects and needs to work on a budget! Will happily call him for any other repairs needed going forward."
Lake Front Cottage
Dry laid terrace retaining walls, work in progress
Lake front cottage
Dry laid bluestone retaining wall, work in progress
Dry laid bluestone retaining wall

+12

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
174
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreWindow Frame - Repair

Serving Ancram, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed stucco repair work on an old chimney (and other spots). Grady was meticulous and thoughtful on what approaches and materials would work. Throughout the project they allocated sufficient time for each treatment to cure and inspected the work before proceeding to the next step. Grady started the project with no money down and only required ongoing payments for materials until the project was well underway. The final payment was due only after they did a final inspection. Total project cost was also below other bids."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

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. 

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

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