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Artie's Home Maintenance and Property Services
4.5(
41
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Serving Canaan, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Artie was exceptionally professional and knowledgeable in a vast array of services. Artie worked for me for over 7 years preforming tasks that varied from converting a small shed to a luxury air bnb, remodeling apartment buildings, restructuring and replacing a large porch, installing washer and dryers as well as dishwashers, and various small home projects. Artie was always punctual and reliable. He completed all jobs in a timely and effective manner. He also fixed projects that were done improperly by other contractors. I also found him to be cost effective in every way. Saving myself time, money, and energy upon every job that I hired him for. Artie still works for me to this day. Heâ s my go to for just about anything and everything!"
Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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A&K CONSTRUCTION
4.9(
25
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Serving Canaan, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ani and his brother were timely, communicative and sent updates when each piece of work was done. The old pool house old building had issues that were revealed as work progressed, and Ani gave me quotes for what each repair would cost. He also helped me pick tile, explain why a floor covering of tile would make more sense than wood in the house. He painted, replaced the roof, created a vent, and created a shutoff switch for the pipe so that a leak might not happen in the future. Above all, the project was completed on time within his estimates. In addition, he was very good to work with and together the project came together very well. He was clear and direct, which is how I like working with someone. I would recommend A&K construction and will definitely hire them again for future projects."
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel

+87

Response time3 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Darlcom, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Canaan, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Keith and his crew did an amazing job painting the exterior of our house. We also had them replace all the water damaged wood from our back porch and window wells. This was a large job and took them a while to complete, but so worth it. They have several excellent carpenters on staff who were able to recreate all the intricate details of our railings, posts, etc... At the end of each day, the workers cleaned, swept, and organized the materials. We are extremely happy with the quality of their work and will used them again in the future for all of our painting/ construction needs."
Philmont NY - Painting
Lift
Sand , scrape & paint
Stain Work
Sanding Work

+307

Response time2 days
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Brian Morris
4.2(
137
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Serving Canaan, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Brian and his whole crew did a fantastic job finishing our basement. The project included installing a new heated floor, building out new walls, and electrical and lighting throughout. With minimal direction, we were able to work together to design and construct a beautiful space while keeping access to all our mechanicals and household equipment. Any time there were hiccups, as is natural on a project like this, Brian was quick to address any problems or issues. We are so happy with the outcome!"
Clean look
Main roof-Valley
New vs. Old
Roof Preparation
Corregated roofing

+54

Response time2 days
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Regeneration Contracting, LTD
4.6(
20
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Serving Canaan, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Derek Seiger was an absolute joy to work with! Not only was he reliable (showing up as promised), but the quality of his work is exceptional. He was pleasant and efficient and I would recommend him to anyone interested in good work done in a timely and professional manner."
Cabin
Kitchen and Cabinets
Bathrooms
Decks and Steps
Bathroom

+96

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Everything Green Lawn & Landscape
4.6(
17
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Serving Canaan, 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 time2 days
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

Accurate measurements, sturdy materials, and seamless integration with other structures.

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.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

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