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JLR Construction
4.8(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCloset - BuildDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Copake Falls, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Joe and Chris exceeded all of our expectations with the job. The job consisted of having to remove the left side door frame and molding from our bathroom door which they took great care in doing thus minimizing any destruction of the plaster walls. They expertly installed the new frame and rehung the door perfectly. They also repaired out front exterior door which was out of plumb and not closing properly. And also replaced our exterior basement door. They also replaced a damaged tongue and groove knotty pine board in our stairwell leading to our upstairs bedroom. Joe and Chris explained everything they had to do to complete the jobs and Joes estimate was reasonable in price. They are both gentlemen with a professional attitude, friendly and easy to talk to about the work and a variety of other topics not related to the job at hand. I highly recommend them."
Siding prep
Siding finished
Prep work
Finished wall
Front Porch

+8

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. K's Painting
4.7(
20
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Copake Falls, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew was really on task and easy to work with. Our porch and garage needed some trim work and the quality was excellent. Work was timely and attention to detail was great. We had our porch and trim painted as well as a barn/garage scrapped and painted."
Apartment Kitchen
Apartment Kitchen 2
Custom stained trim board and pickled floor
Hallway
Living room

+9

Response time11 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Ross Contracting Corporation
4.6(
13
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+3 more

Serving Copake Falls, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would recommend Ross Contracting for all your home remodeling needs as well as new projects you would like to have done at your residence. They were thorough and have excellent work ethic. There estimate was exactly what I paid, without any hidden fees. As well as being very reasonable. They are local and I will use them again for any future projects."
Swanstone Bathroom
 New home
Swanstone Bathroom
 Common ash flooring 5" wide
Swanstone Bathroom

+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Oneonta Home & Garden
5.0(
2
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Deck or Porch - RepairArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Copake Falls, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mike was incredibly kind and helpful getting things done to code on our budget. He did our porch, firewall and kitchen floor without a big crew or making a huge mess. Highly recommend for anyone who needs a fix up or a bigger projects and needs to work on a budget! Will happily call him for any other repairs needed going forward."
Lake Front Cottage
Dry laid terrace retaining walls, work in progress
Lake front cottage
Dry laid bluestone retaining wall, work in progress
Dry laid bluestone retaining wall

+12

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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.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

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