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Avatar for Fern Wood Property Management, LLC
Fern Wood Property Management, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Matt built the deck in such a great time frame he was efficient and polite and communicative. Matt was great with the budget I had in mind and I am beyond impressed with the quality of his work. I would recommend the company to anyone looking for a deck and am so very happy with the ease of the experience and result of the deck."
Ready to relax
Tree house without a tree
Looking better
Nice and bright
Looking good

+109

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Cerasaro's Painting & Home Repair
5.0(
1
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Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.3(
21
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Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R-Dubs Remodeling & Property Maintenance
New to Angi

Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

My Name is RJ Williams (Owner/Carpenter) with R-Dubs Remodeling & Property Maintenance LLC, where we are here to provide various services for your most important and expensive investment. I have been remodeling homes starting with a flooring career, to windows & doors, kitchens & bathrooms and more. We pride ourselves on our care for our clients (communication & Cleanliness), competitive pricing, attention to details, and virtual (hassle-free) estimate/booking process.

Professional Trim Company
0.0(
1
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Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Professional Trim Company your one stop shop for all your home improvement needs. We are professional, efficient, and always get the job done right the first time. We go above and beyond to serve our customers, and pride ourselves on top notch quality work. Give us a call today for your free estimate. We'd love the chance to earn your business.

Response time6 days
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Soper Construction
4.9(
12
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Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"matt and his crew did a super job they are really superior at their work we are really happy with their work we added stuff and he was really willing to make the changes best carpenters we have ever dealt with will have for all future work he had a big porch to build and did a wonderful job great guy to work with"
Getting started
Insulateing Complete
Tapcon the foam board
Siding nailers
Siding nailers

+8

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Premier Medical Equipment
4.7(
38
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Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The owner (Mike Januszka) is very personable, knowledgeable and competent. He worked with us to order and install an aluminum ramp from the garage into the house; and he and another workman installed a stairlift to adapt my 99 year old Mother's house so that she can continue to live in her home safely without having to move out into a Nursing Home at this time. We appreciate Mike's expertise and efficiency."
Handrail Install
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

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

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

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