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Avatar for Just Right Carpentry & Painting
Just Right Carpentry & Painting
4.7(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+2 more

Serving East Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joe Woods and Just Right Carpentry did a superb job building our new deck. They were responsive, kind, and easy to work with. In addition to building a beautiful deck at a reasonable price, they left everything neat and clean after they left. They went above and beyond and I will certainly use their services again."
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Response time10 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for New Edge Carpentry
New Edge Carpentry
5.0(
11
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving East Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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"Punctual, clean, and great pricing. Bob was great. He arrived on time, cleaned up and was extremely polite and courteous to my family. Bob installed two outside doors and they look great. We will be using New Edge Carpentry again for more work around the house."
Bifold doors/flooring and trim
window/floor trim and laminate flooring
trim installation
floor and window trim installation
sliding door installation

+1

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for LB Maintenance & Contracting, Inc.
LB Maintenance & Contracting, Inc.
4.7(
53
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving East Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lou did a deck repair for us. One fifth the price of replacing the deck and it looks great. He stripped out the rotted wood, fixed the sub-structure, put in new boards where needed, painted with a wood stain. Very professional, courteous, friendly."
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+47

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Telese Custom Decks, Corp.
Telese Custom Decks, Corp.
5.0(
11
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+1 more

Serving East Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John and his team did an excellent job on our deck! We had our old deck torn down and a Trex composite deck built on the existing frame. The deck is seamless and perfect and 100% better than our old deck! John and his team had it built in 2 days and their price was more than reasonable. Some other companies out there quoted me OVER double (The Deck Guy, Decks Unique, etc.) The owners of these OTHER companies pride themselves on 30+ years in business but when you ask them if they will personally be building your deck or even on site for the build, they canâ t give you a straight answer because theyâ re so â busy.â Skip over those other companies and hire John and his team because he will personally be working on your deck and overseeing everything his team does as well! I honestly couldnâ t be happier and I am recommending him to all my friends and family!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J & R PAUTE CARPENTRY
5.0(
3
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving East Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

JR PAUTE CARPENTRY is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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C & A SOLIS FENCE, LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving East Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired this company to install a railing for the stairs at the entrance of my house. Despite the cold weather, they arrived on time and finished the work as promised. The railing looks great, and everything was done very neatly. I?m very happy with their service and would recommend them to anyone."
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Full steps railings

+16

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by30%of homeowners
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Skyline Roofing and Siding
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving East Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tom was really great to work with. I requested an estimate for repairs to the vinyl siding on my house. He responded to my request for an estimate immediately and was even willing to inspect the damage and give an estimate on Christmas Eve. His price was more than reasonable and he came back and completed the repair within a few days. His work was beautiful and he meticulously cleaned up my yard once he was finished. I highly recommend Skyline and will absolutely use them again."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alta Renovations Corp
5.0(
28
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving East Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If I could give 10 stars I would. Jose and his crew showed up every day, on time…even working Saturdays AND a holiday! I am beyond thrilled with the results of our remodel. Jose was professional, fair and meticulous with his work. He went above and beyond in so many aspects, and gave excellent expert advice. Any time I EVER need anything done again, I will be calling Jose and Alta Renovations!"
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Response time8 hrs
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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. 

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.

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