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S&D Construction
4.8(
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Serving Ballston Spa, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had a new porch added to our home, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish, the construction crew was professional, efficient, and skilled. They took the time to listen to our ideas, offered helpful suggestions, and brought our vision to life. The team kept the worksite clean and communicated clearly throughout the entire project. The quality of work speaks for itself—our new porch is not only beautiful but also built to last. We've already received so many compliments from friends and neighbors! If you're looking for a reliable and talented construction crew, we highly recommend this team. They exceeded our expectations. Thank you again for helping us transform our home!"
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+60

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
The Hired Hand
5.0(
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Serving Ballston Spa, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We highly recommend "The Hired Hand" (formerly named B Squared Home Solutions). They made numerous repairs to our deck, and completely refinished it. The deck is 30 years old, and now looks as good as new. Also, they repaired a set of wooden stairs leading from outside into our basement. I thought they were beyond repair, but are now fully functional. They started the project on the date promised, kept us apprised of their progress, and finished the job on time and at the quoted cost. We are very pleased with the quality of their work, and plan to have them do future projects."
Response time3 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paul Kobyluch Craftsman
4.8(
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Serving Ballston Spa, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Paul was responsive, and took the time to understand what we were looking for and build the perfect item. We couldn't be more pleased with the results."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Everything Green Lawn & Landscape
4.6(
17
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Serving Ballston Spa, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Devon and his crew were professional, courteous and dedicated to providing the best quality of work. They showed up when promised and their work on spring clean up, mulching, trimming shrubs, edging, and tree removal left the property looking like a magazine photo for high end landscaping. We highly recommend Devon and his crew and will use them for all our future projects."
Patio
Seat Wall
Lawn Care
Lawn Care
Lawn Care

+29

Response time3 days
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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James Rodriguez
5.0(
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Serving Ballston Spa, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Experienced home improvement professional specializing in wood fence installation, wood carpentry, roof inspection/repair, and other residential repairs for home owners.\n\nServices offered:\n• Exterior Wood Fence Install\n• Professional Roof Inspections and Documentation \n• Exterior Porch, Deck, Shed, Roof & Steps Repairs \n• Wood carpentry, wall framing and install\n• Renovations & remodeling\n\nI have experience in a broad range of renovation and construction projects and understand that homeowners are happy when they receive: clear communication and quality work, at a fair price. My goal is to provide craftsmanship that lasts while helping homeowners improve and protect their home.

Full Bathroom Remodel
Full Bathroom Remodel
Granville Fascia Repair
Granville Fascia Repair
Granville Fascia Repair

+36

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

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.

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