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Apex Construction
5.0(
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Serving Bainbridge, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"Adam and his crew were very professional and catered wonderfully to my specifications and vision. Adam is an excellent communicator and kept me well informed on progress. I would definitely recommend Apex construction to anyone looking for a general contractor for any home projects."
New Deck install
New Deck install
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel

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Cerasaro's Painting & Home Repair
5.0(
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Serving Bainbridge, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tek Construction
New to Angi

Serving Bainbridge, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Tek Construction is a general construction contractor serving Oneonta, NY and the surrounding areas. We take pride in bringing experience, quality workmanship, and dependable customer service to every project, no matter the size.\n\nFrom remodels and repairs to painting, improvements, and general construction needs, our goal is to make the process clear, professional, and stress-free from start to finish. We take the time to understand each customer’s needs, communicate throughout the project, and complete the work with care and attention to detail.\n\nOur reputation is built on quality, safety, service, and customer satisfaction. Whether you need help updating your home, handling repairs, or completing a larger improvement project, Tek Construction is committed to delivering honest, reliable work you can feel confident about.

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XX Decks & Porches
4.5(
22
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Serving Bainbridge, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Although service and work skills were great, we were initially disappointed with the quality of the wood used to replace our surface decking. When we complained, the owner rescheduled a visit to replace the worst of the boards with higher quality planking. We would use XX again, in fact, they will be sealing the deck next year."
Step rebuild
All lit up
Deck
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Premier Medical Equipment
4.7(
38
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Serving Bainbridge, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The owner (Mike Januszka) is very personable, knowledgeable and competent. He worked with us to order and install an aluminum ramp from the garage into the house; and he and another workman installed a stairlift to adapt my 99 year old Mother's house so that she can continue to live in her home safely without having to move out into a Nursing Home at this time. We appreciate Mike's expertise and efficiency."
Handrail Install
Response time2 days
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

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.

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.

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.

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