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Avatar for Alta Renovations Corp
Alta Renovations Corp
5.0(
28
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jose and his crew did an outstanding job on our extensive interior and exterior renovation, which included a new addition. The project covered everything from a new structural roof with shingles and skylights to new construction windows and doors, siding, a Trex deck, and fully renovated kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room. They also refinished a bedroom and installed beautiful hardwood floors. As with any large project, a few unexpected challenges came up, but Jose handled them with professionalism and kept everything moving forward smoothly. His craftsmanship is excellent, and he’s not only easy to work with but also patient and highly skilled at problem-solving. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire Jose again for future projects and highly recommend him to anyone looking for quality work and a reliable contractor."
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Response time8 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Golden Ladder Construction
Golden Ladder Construction
5.0(
11
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joe did a great job! He was able to take on any job I needed done. He put up an awesome overhang over a side door and for a great price. From there he took on a bunch of others jobs like fixing the door jams on my side door, repairing my deck , fixing the roof line of my house and checking all kinds of odds and ends. He was great! He got things done and at a fair price too!"
Custom Cabinetry
LED mirror
Custom Vanity
Niche & Bench
Multifunctional

+53

Response time1 hour
Response rate93%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Homecraft Remodeling Corp.
4.5(
87
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Homecraft did an exquisite and flawless job remodeling our bathroom. We particularly appreciated the undivided attention that is allowed by their appointment system for consultations. They worked with us to customize the features to suit our needs and were open and creative in responding to our non-standard requests. The carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and tile work were performed by craftsmen who were clearly masters of their trades. Our old house served up a few surprises during the remodeling but Homecraft was able to resolve every problem with their connections to top-notch contractors outside of their usual services."
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+43

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for BuildingLI.com - BLI Facilities LLC
BuildingLI.com - BLI Facilities LLC
5.0(
32
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a pleasure working with Handyman group! They surpassed our expectations in every category. From customer service to quality of work, Handyman group is top notch! Hector and his team are courteous and professional. A pleasure to work with!"
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kitchen tile

+172

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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EJHPM Corp
5.0(
7
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This contractor was prompt and on time, with a great attitude. His crew was efficient and clean, and completed the job on schedule. The pictures show unpainted wood because it needs time to sit out, but the contractor will be back to paint and do additional work in September. I would highly recommend them!"
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+54

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stars and Stripes Home Improvement LLC
4.8(
318
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Project took a lot longer then expected. The quality of the work is top notch. So overall I'll take quality over speed any day. The workers are great and easy to work with. Any Sub-contractors that were used were also great and easy to work with. Both bathrooms Came out great!"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
VEGA KITCHEN
Painting - Interior Project
Complete Renovation
Basement

+720

Response time4 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Arthur DeRosa Building and Remodeling
Arthur DeRosa Building and Remodeling
4.7(
13
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

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This is the 2nd major project I contracted Art DeRosa & Co for.  The 1st being 4 years ago a major living room/family room renovation which was hugely successful.  That 1st experience led me to award Art (after several other competitive quotes) this 2nd and far larger & more complex project.







Overall it went well but this was a complicated project encompassing all the typical trades and expertise of building a new luxury house but far more complicated because it was a renovation performed while we were living in the home. Dust partition walls with wood framing had to be erected in several locations in the house which included temporary doors for entering and egress in certain areas of the remaining living areas of the house in order to protect the remaining house from dust and demolition , as well as, provide privacy for us during construction. 

Experience, Experience, Experience and Professionalism, Professionalism, Professionalism are the hallmarks of Art DeRosa and company.  He is a seasoned performer and pretty much seen it all.  Art has such a vast amount of home construction experience in both hi-end and medium end homes that he can draw upon a wealth of knowledge in all construction disciplines to implement a fine finished result.  As a former tool and die maker his penchant for hi-precision finish work yields highest quality appearances to things like moldings; trim; windows; doors; floors; etc. etc. 

This complex renovation project lasted 7 months which was within the initial time estimate given at the beginning and Art DeRosa and team were here every single day, day in and day out,  bright and early during that time frame. He did not start any other projects and stayed on the job day-in and day-out even when other sub-contractors such as plumbers and electricians were on the job site excluding his people from doing any other work. Art DeRosa and team were here every single day until final signoff.

I would not hesitate to recommend Art DeRosa & Co for any planned New House and/or House Renovation of any kind.


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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Building involves setting foundation posts, framing with durable wood, adding roofing support, and protecting from elements with water-resistant finishes.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

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. 

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

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