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

Serving Maine, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Derek to replace some boards on our upper deck and repair where needed the wooden fence around our pool. Derek arrived exactly on time, worked until sunset, got both jobs done and carefully cleaned up both spaces and took all the debris away. His workmanship is outstanding, he is polite, skilled and very professional. We can recommend Derek without reservation."
Rebuild Deck
Rebuild Deck
Rebuild Deck
Rebuild Deck
Rebuild Deck

+35

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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The Home Doctor
4.4(
21
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Maine, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shawn and his team were great from start to finish. I had three separate projects (two decks and a porch). It took them less time than I thought it would to complete all three. Very courteous, and very knowledgeable. Thank you so much for the job well done!"
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+9

Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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House Doctors of the Triple Cities
5.0(
4
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Maine, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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."
Lighter color paint
Lighter color paint
Lighter color paint
Lighter color paint
Access

+5

58 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cerasaro's Painting & Home Repair
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Maine, 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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
ST Landscaping and Excavating
3.4(
5
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Maine, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

ST Landscaping and Excavating, proudly serves its customers with pride and integrity. We are locally owned and operated and pay attention to the details that matter most to you. These are only some of the many things that set us apart from the rest. Give us a call today! We do not accept credit cards, we take business checks, or cash only.

My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
FITANDFINISH CONSTRUCTION LLC
3.6(
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Maine, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Fitandfinish did an amazing job building my new deck. Everyone in the crew worked tirelessly to get the job done. They took great pride in doing exceptional work. The end result shows it. I would highly recommend hiring the team. Nothing but positive things to say!"
Deck
Deck
Deck
Deck
Deck

+22

115 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sentri Homes
2.4(
29
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Maine, 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."
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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.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

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.

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.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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