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Top-Rated Carpenters in Bergen - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for D & K Handyman Service LLC
D & K Handyman Service LLC
4.8(
178
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bergen, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"Dave took out cabinets and put new ones in and painted our laundry room. He's done a few other small jobs for us. Great communication, super nice, he shows up and gets the job done on schedule. We'll be using him for other projects."
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+18

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Precision Renovations
Precision Renovations
5.0(
7
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bergen, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My project involved replacement of some vinyl siding that had blown off during a winter storm. Trevor came to my home to work up an estimate, and was back within two weeks to perform the work. He and his assistant had the work completed in less than two hours. They were courteous and left the work site clean. He even removed some moss from my siding while he was doing the installation. The job was reasonably priced. I’m very satisfied and would recommend Trevor at Precision Renovations to anyone."
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Roof

+8

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JL General Contracting, LLC
JL General Contracting, LLC
5.0(
10
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bergen, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very good people to work with. Conscientious, hardworking, and trustworthy. On any major project, a few mistakes will be made. They made a few, but were always willing, and in fact eager to correct any issues in an effort to get the job done right. Top notch workmanship, attention to detail, and good communications. I will definitely be working with them again in the future."
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Garage/Addition

+13

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Elliot Construction & Repairs
Elliot Construction & Repairs
3.9(
27
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bergen, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"David was extremely professional and did a great job. He took his time to look at the work that needed to be done and his pricing was extremely competitive. I had multiple walls torn down, electrical work and ceiling work to get done and it was done beyond my expectations. Because of the quality of work, level of professionalism and competitive pricing, David Elliott Construction is the only company I will use."
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+285

Response time6 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
174
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreWindow Frame - Repair

Serving Bergen, 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

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

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.

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.

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

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