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Benchmark General Contracting

4.88(
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Benchmark General Contracting

4.88(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

With over 20 years of experience serving the greater Hannibal area, Benchmark General Contracting, is the solution for all your home improvement needs. We take great pride in our professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service. We strive to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! Call us today!

"Did not use this company"

Deborah M on July 2024

With over 20 years of experience serving the greater Hannibal area, Benchmark General Contracting, is the solution for all your home improvement needs. We take great pride in our professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service. We strive to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! Call us today!

"Did not use this company"

Deborah M on July 2024


Norcott Contracting

3.75(
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Norcott Contracting

3.75(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
32 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Work is not completed as of this time, although I think they are doing a good job it would have been extremely beneficial to know that the quote of the 3 -4 days meant 4 hours the first day and 1 -2 hours the rest. I probably could have been more specific in asking the timeframe to be fair."

Kathy H on March 2019

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Work is not completed as of this time, although I think they are doing a good job it would have been extremely beneficial to know that the quote of the 3 -4 days meant 4 hours the first day and 1 -2 hours the rest. I probably could have been more specific in asking the timeframe to be fair."

Kathy H on March 2019


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Old Peg Furniture Services

4.88(
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Old Peg Furniture Services

4.88(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Professional restoration of furniture, antiques, cabinetry and all other wooden surfaces. Our mission is to provide expert customized solutions. We are locally owned and operated company dedicated to providing you with top of the line service for all types of furniture modern and antique. Please give us a call to schedule an appointment today!

"Andre and Vitaly gave me a quote over the phone, based on pictures that I texted. I had multiple scratches caused by my dog, and some very large water marks. I made an appointment for them to do the work in my home. They were right on time, professional, neat and courteous. They did a beautiful job! The buffet looks brand new, every mark is gone! I will definitely hire them again in the future."

joanne k on April 2019

Professional restoration of furniture, antiques, cabinetry and all other wooden surfaces. Our mission is to provide expert customized solutions. We are locally owned and operated company dedicated to providing you with top of the line service for all types of furniture modern and antique. Please give us a call to schedule an appointment today!

"Andre and Vitaly gave me a quote over the phone, based on pictures that I texted. I had multiple scratches caused by my dog, and some very large water marks. I made an appointment for them to do the work in my home. They were right on time, professional, neat and courteous. They did a beautiful job! The buffet looks brand new, every mark is gone! I will definitely hire them again in the future."

joanne k on April 2019


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TJ Reilly Construction

5.00(
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TJ Reilly Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

The mission of TJ Reilly Construction is to provide innovative, reliable, and high quality services to clients throughout Central New York. We fulfill our mission by developing highly trained loyal employees who work as a team to anticipate, identify, and respond to our client’s needs. We are driven to lead the industry by recognizing that every detail of a projects design is a step on the stairs to excellence! We offer free written estimates and provide prompt and courteous service. We carry all of the necessary insurances (General Liability, Workers Comp, Commercial Auto and Pollution Insurance) and follow all of the required building codes. Call us today to quote your project, no matter the size!

"I cannot say enough good things about this company. Not only do emergency calls but anything I throw in their lap they can do. TJ Reilly is a one stop shop for all your remodel, construction needs. You won't be disappointed."

Renee S on August 2023

The mission of TJ Reilly Construction is to provide innovative, reliable, and high quality services to clients throughout Central New York. We fulfill our mission by developing highly trained loyal employees who work as a team to anticipate, identify, and respond to our client’s needs. We are driven to lead the industry by recognizing that every detail of a projects design is a step on the stairs to excellence! We offer free written estimates and provide prompt and courteous service. We carry all of the necessary insurances (General Liability, Workers Comp, Commercial Auto and Pollution Insurance) and follow all of the required building codes. Call us today to quote your project, no matter the size!

"I cannot say enough good things about this company. Not only do emergency calls but anything I throw in their lap they can do. TJ Reilly is a one stop shop for all your remodel, construction needs. You won't be disappointed."

Renee S on August 2023


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Aurora Stone

5.00(
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Aurora Stone

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Aurora Stone provides Custom Stone Services including Design, Templating, Fabrication and Installation for Residential and Commercial Projects. Aurora Stone is proud to be a Certified Fabricator for the highest quality Engineered and Recycled Surfaces. Our Best Practice’s proudly include the standards and technical specifications set forth by the Natural Stone Institute, formerly the Marble Institute of America and the Building Stone Institute. Aurora Stone offers an Indoor, Climate Controlled, Premium and Exotic Stone Slab Gallery. Our carefully selected Collection represents stones from around the world and across millennia, renowned for their beauty and their quality. We are proud to offer Natural Stones Quarried by POLYCOR in NORTH AMERICA. Our 1st Cut Quality, Premium and Exotic Natural Stones include Marble; Calcite; Granite; Dolomite; Basalt; Limestone; Sandstone and Quartzite. We showcase Architectural Grade Soapstone. We offer only the highest quality Certified Brands of American and Imported Engineered and Recycled Surfaces. Introducing Italian Porcelain Slabs: PANORAMIC by Daltile; Laminam; Neolith; Valiant; Kaolin; Sapian Stone, and Level by the Emilgroup! Aurora Stone’s Showroom and Slab Viewing Appointments are available during the following hours: Monday – Thursday 11 am – 7 pm / Friday 10 am – 2 pm / Saturday 10 am – 2 pm 10% Discount for Military & First Responders Please contact us for all your projects. We are here to help. Aurora Stone. Compromise Elsewhere.

"Beautiful stone, first class work, and a pleasure to deal with."

Dennis S on October 2024

Aurora Stone provides Custom Stone Services including Design, Templating, Fabrication and Installation for Residential and Commercial Projects. Aurora Stone is proud to be a Certified Fabricator for the highest quality Engineered and Recycled Surfaces. Our Best Practice’s proudly include the standards and technical specifications set forth by the Natural Stone Institute, formerly the Marble Institute of America and the Building Stone Institute. Aurora Stone offers an Indoor, Climate Controlled, Premium and Exotic Stone Slab Gallery. Our carefully selected Collection represents stones from around the world and across millennia, renowned for their beauty and their quality. We are proud to offer Natural Stones Quarried by POLYCOR in NORTH AMERICA. Our 1st Cut Quality, Premium and Exotic Natural Stones include Marble; Calcite; Granite; Dolomite; Basalt; Limestone; Sandstone and Quartzite. We showcase Architectural Grade Soapstone. We offer only the highest quality Certified Brands of American and Imported Engineered and Recycled Surfaces. Introducing Italian Porcelain Slabs: PANORAMIC by Daltile; Laminam; Neolith; Valiant; Kaolin; Sapian Stone, and Level by the Emilgroup! Aurora Stone’s Showroom and Slab Viewing Appointments are available during the following hours: Monday – Thursday 11 am – 7 pm / Friday 10 am – 2 pm / Saturday 10 am – 2 pm 10% Discount for Military & First Responders Please contact us for all your projects. We are here to help. Aurora Stone. Compromise Elsewhere.

"Beautiful stone, first class work, and a pleasure to deal with."

Dennis S on October 2024


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Van Derhoof Roofing Co Inc

4.89(
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Van Derhoof Roofing Co Inc

4.89(
132
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Van Derhoof Roofing has been the industry leader in Central New York since 1939. A family run company now in our third generation, Van Derhoof Roofing prides itself on our service, dependability, no matter the size of your roofing job. Our reputation is based on these philosophies that we practice every day. Our qualified staff and factory trained, master roofing applicators will get your job done right and put your worries to rest. We look forward to helping you will all of your roofing, siding, trim, and gutter needs. Additional email [email protected]. Award winning.

"Did job efficiently and provided instructions on use."

Barry P on October 2025

Van Derhoof Roofing has been the industry leader in Central New York since 1939. A family run company now in our third generation, Van Derhoof Roofing prides itself on our service, dependability, no matter the size of your roofing job. Our reputation is based on these philosophies that we practice every day. Our qualified staff and factory trained, master roofing applicators will get your job done right and put your worries to rest. We look forward to helping you will all of your roofing, siding, trim, and gutter needs. Additional email [email protected]. Award winning.

"Did job efficiently and provided instructions on use."

Barry P on October 2025


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McClurg Remodeling

4.85(
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McClurg Remodeling

4.85(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

The McClurg team has a long-standing reputation in Central New York for offering well-conceived, knowledgeable solutions that meet their clients’ design, remodeling and construction needs. The company, which was established in 1978, undertakes about 200 remodeling projects a year. These projects are of all sizes and include kitchens and bathrooms, exterior living spaces, basement conversions, additions, and large-scale renovations - both inside and out. The company also handles commercial remodeling and renovations and builds two or three custom homes each year. Additionally, McClurg operates a Home Repair division that specializes in small household and office projects. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional contact name - Jon Bristol.

"We are very pleased with our kitchen remodel. Amy Nathan guided us through the process. She made excellent suggestions while paying attention to every detail. The sub contractors did excellent work and they were extremely courteous. Mark Taylor facilitated the progress and kept us well informed every step of the way. All the work was done on time with minimal inconvenience. McClurg lived up to their reputation for high quality work and excellent customer satisfaction. We recommend McClurg without reservation."

Deborah B on May 2022

The McClurg team has a long-standing reputation in Central New York for offering well-conceived, knowledgeable solutions that meet their clients’ design, remodeling and construction needs. The company, which was established in 1978, undertakes about 200 remodeling projects a year. These projects are of all sizes and include kitchens and bathrooms, exterior living spaces, basement conversions, additions, and large-scale renovations - both inside and out. The company also handles commercial remodeling and renovations and builds two or three custom homes each year. Additionally, McClurg operates a Home Repair division that specializes in small household and office projects. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional contact name - Jon Bristol.

"We are very pleased with our kitchen remodel. Amy Nathan guided us through the process. She made excellent suggestions while paying attention to every detail. The sub contractors did excellent work and they were extremely courteous. Mark Taylor facilitated the progress and kept us well informed every step of the way. All the work was done on time with minimal inconvenience. McClurg lived up to their reputation for high quality work and excellent customer satisfaction. We recommend McClurg without reservation."

Deborah B on May 2022



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Petersen Cor Associates LLC

4.89(
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Petersen Cor Associates LLC

4.89(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Petersen Cor Associates, LLC is a family-owned business operated by Brian C. Petersen. Brian brings over 30 years of experience in the construction and building industries to his company. Petersen Cor Associates holds its employees to a high standard of work ethic, thoroughness and professionalism. Your job will be done right the first time!

Petersen Cor Associates, LLC is a family-owned business operated by Brian C. Petersen. Brian brings over 30 years of experience in the construction and building industries to his company. Petersen Cor Associates holds its employees to a high standard of work ethic, thoroughness and professionalism. Your job will be done right the first time!


Widrick Construction

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Widrick Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Specializes in interior remodeling. No other employees. May hire sub contractors as needed. Charges by the job or hour depending on the job. No travel/trip charges.

Specializes in interior remodeling. No other employees. May hire sub contractors as needed. Charges by the job or hour depending on the job. No travel/trip charges.

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, joists are considered structural, as they support the flooring or roofing above them and help distribute the load to the beams, which, in turn, distribute that load to weight-bearing walls or foundational supports directly below them. Joists not only help distribute the load evenly to your beams, but they also provide direct support to the subfloor in flooring systems, which helps reduce creaking and the risk of uneven flooring.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

Any issue that affects the structural integrity or soundness of a home is considered a structural issue. In addition to foundation cracks, other signs of structural issues include roof leaks, bowing walls, sloping floors, gaps around windows and doors, and more.

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