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Avatar for Greg Home Improvement, Inc.
Greg Home Improvement, Inc.
4.7(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+5 more

Serving Great River, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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"Hired Greg for a full gut and remodel of a bathroom. Greg was very competent, personable, and took the time to understand exactly what we wanted. He made us feel like we were in good hands. He took the time to make sure things were done the right way. The result was top notch, couldn't have asked for more. I would definitely use this company again!"
LIVING/DINING/KITCHEN IN PROGRESS
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LIVING/DINING/KITCHEN IN PROGRESS
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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J & R PAUTE CARPENTRY
5.0(
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Great River, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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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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Alta Renovations Corp
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Great River, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

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"Jose Is a fantastic choice for a remodeling job. He fully remodeled my kitchen and first floor including moving walls and installing new hardwood floors. Not only are his carpentry skills exceptional but he also has an eye for detail. He is meticulous and finished each project to my high standards. Jose is a great choice as he has the skills and knowledge to fully complete any job from demo to finishing and painting."
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Response time8 hrs
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Skyline Roofing and Siding
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Great River, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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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%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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.

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.

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

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.

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