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McGrath Carpentry
4.4(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lancaster, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company tore down our 35 year old deck and rebuilt for us. We loved our new composite upper deck so much we hired him to deconstruct and reinforce our lower deck for a new hot tub. He also built two sets of stairs and did a beautiful job on our railings. He fit us into his schedule for pending delivery of new hot tub. His crew was great too. They also cleaned up the yard like new. His prices were fair and reasonable. We plan on hiring him for more work in the future and will always recommend. You wonâ t regret it."
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+231

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Vins Contracting
4.9(
122
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lancaster, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired Vin to jack up and level our deck frame. He was very responsive, friendly and was able to get the job done ahead of time. He recommended additional supports and installed them and came in right on budget. Would definitely hire him again for future work."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dorner Decking and Renovations
4.8(
54
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lancaster, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Amazing! Our deck is more beautiful than we imagined! The details are stunning! The deck really adds beauty to our home. The installation was timely and neat. We are so thrilled!!!!"
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Lofty Mtn
Mellot
Response time2 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Nickel City Repair
4.5(
37
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWindow Frame - Repair+1 more

Serving Lancaster, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My pro was skilled and had great attention to detail. Roger always let me know when he was on the way. He did extra work and was courteous. It could have been completed more timely, but honestly, the plaster took time to dry between coats. He painted our whole ceiling after repairing it. He also repaired cat scratches and chipped plaster. by our backdoor & repainted that whole wall. We have an old house and it needs work. He was very good."
Handymen Project
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
drywall hanging and finishing.
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+21

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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SheWorks Home Solutions
5.0(
5
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+2 more

Serving Lancaster, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Jamie was hired to do HOUSE CLEANING ONLY. I've had here 3 times and im very pleased with the results. She is timely, she's efficient with her time and does a great job! I highly recommend her. She is very trustworthy!"
2025 house remodel
2025 house remodel
2025 house remodel
2025 house remodel
2025 house remodel

+8

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
American Exteriors of Western New York
4.2(
75
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Exterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Lancaster, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired American Exteriors to side my garage and update the flashing and trim on the front of my house to freshen it up. Steve and his crew were very professional, thurough and fast. I have had some very bad experiences with some contractors and was very impressed with the quality of work. I had some unique issues with the update to my house and Steve and his crew always had a solution. I would definitely hire them again and recommend them to anyone I know who needs exterior work done on their homes."
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 After
Energy wasting windows

+9

Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

To calculate the number of linear feet of baseboard you’ll need, measure the length of each wall of the room you’re installing them in as close to the floor as possible, rounding up to the next full linear foot. If it’s your first DIY molding job, having a few extra feet on hand for miscuts is a good idea.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

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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