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Nova VC Construction & Cleaning
4.8(
56
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Canaan, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nova VC does great quality work with attention to detail. They are very professional, efficient and reliable. Their pricing is fair and competitive. I would highly recommend them for any home renovation project."
Before Open Concept Kitchen Remodeling
After - Open Concept Kitchen remodeling
Entertainment TV Stand
Entertainment TV Stand
Entertainment TV Stand

+17

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Evolution Power and Development
4.8(
26
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Canaan, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Jesse completed the electrical work for our new above ground pool and also replaced our electrical panel. He was professional, timely and very reasonably priced. We will use him for all future electrical work at our home."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sunnyside Masonry
4.8(
59
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Canaan, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have now hired Aidan and his crew 3 times. I am a restoration architect and own a townhouse in the Park Slope landmark district and wanted to use a contractor that I do not typically do business with on a professional basis. The project was filed with the Landmarks Preservation Commission and required rigorous matching of three types of stone. Sunnyside did an excellent job of matching the stone and also addressed the spalls, mortar joints and displaced stone on the facade. Aidan is a professional, a gentlemen and a pleasure to work with. His crew which includes his brothers are equally professional and courteous. I waited to write this review to see if the work and relationship could be maintained over the long term. It has."
President Street
Landscaping & Masonry
Landscaping & Masonry
Landscaping & Masonry
Landscaping & Masonry

+25

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Harold's Enterprises
4.1(
33
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Canaan, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

"I could not recommend Harold's Enterprises more highly. I reached out to Harold based on his listing on Angie's List before I bought my home--free of charge, he took a look at the roof on a property I was considering buying--giving me an estimate and advice. His help led me to find that the sellers were dishonest about the condition of and work done on their roof, and I purchased a different property in Hudson, NY. My home is a 1927 Craftsman that needed quite a bit of work. I hired Harold based on his honesty and responsiveness in helping me evaluate the first property. True to form, his estimate and ultimate cost to repaint the entire interior, repair and sheetrock floors and ceilings, refinish and replace hardwood floors, completely remodel a bathroom, rewire and install light fixtures, match original woodworking, install cabinetry, windows, and appliances, and even assist with installing new furniture, were more than reasonable. Better yet, the quality of his work was of the highest caliber. He has restored and improved a lovely home, and I am so thankful! I have to say that most of all, I am so happy with Harold's professionalism and diligence. Not every contractor is known for staying on the job and completing it on time. Especially in my situation, where I am a single woman trying to restore a second home when I live out of state--I assumed I would have difficulty in getting any contractor to be present and complete the job on time. However, this was never a problem. Harold was always there, was immediately responsive, and never slacked off when I wasn't there. I plan to work with Harold as much as possible in the future as I continue to improve my Hudson home. I recommend him very highly."
Recommended by85%of homeowners
DPH Contracting
4.2(
20
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Canaan, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

"They are very personable. They care very much about how your job will turn out. When I asked for an estimete, they gave about half the price of one from the compitition, which they knew nothing of. I have since hired them again and plan to call them soon for more jobs. They also kept in close contact with me for scheduling and were on the job when agreed. They do a great job!."
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

A-frame homes are on the smaller side. While there’s no set square footage amount it has to be, it will usually come in around 1,000 square feet or smaller.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

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