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DW Construction
4.6(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+4 more

Serving Kirkwood, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"Derek is a fantastic carpenter/ builder. He is extremely knowledgeable & does a fantastic job. We had a 20x20 deck that was in shambles, Derek came in and rebuilt it correctly. He is an honest & hard worker. Will hire again!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!"
Rebuild Deck
Rebuild Deck
Rebuild Deck
Rebuild Deck
Rebuild Deck

+35

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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House Doctors of the Triple Cities
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving Kirkwood, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"I need to replace faucet for laundry and utility tub sink. Need to fix connection issue from utility tub to sewer . House of professional came to give me estimate. Got estimate within few minutes. Their quote was reasonable. Upon hiring they showed up on time and completed all work professionally. Cleaned area after work. I would recommend them for work. I am in talk with them for another project as well. Hope it goes well as well."
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Lighter color paint
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Big R&J Home Services and Repair
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Kirkwood, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

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"Chris and the team at Big R&J were wonderful. They were fast, responsive, and affordable. Iâ m very happy with the work they did on our house."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wilson Development Group LLC
New to Angi
Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For BusinessInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+2 more

Serving Kirkwood, NY and surrounding areas

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WDG offers a variety of services with years of experience. We can provide you with most home maintenance solutions and most projects whether it is a remodel or new construction. Our team will connect you with the right crew for your job. We look forward to working with you.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

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.

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