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Q: What parts of a house need framing?

• <div><p>The primary <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/parts-of-a-house.htm">parts of a house</a> 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.</p></div>

Q: Are walls on the top floor load-bearing?

• <div><p>Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor&rsquo;s foundation.</p></div>

Q: Do I need permission to add a balcony?

• <div><p>Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer. </p></div>

Q: Do grab bars need to be installed in studs?

• <div><p>For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. </p></div>

Q: Will a 2x6 hold a porch swing?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Last update on March 20, 2025

Reviewed in March 2025
Excellent work, I suggested to Steve Ragusa what I would like for the way porches match an existing porch. Job was completed, workers left worksite always cleaned up after each work day. Very satisfied with the end result.
Rock N Wall Construction
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Reviewed in January 2022
We hired MahoneyÃ Â Ã Â¢Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â s Services for a bathroom remodel to bring our outdated 1990Ã Â Ã Â¢Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â s bathroom into the current century. WeÃ Â Ã Â¢Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â ve worked with them several times before and had them install a deck, a fence, and help with a kitchen...
Mahoney's Services
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Reviewed in August 2021
The job went well. Heath gave me a very reasonable estimate for getting the work done (including the new door), and let me know it would be a couple of weeks for them to get to it, as they had a couple other jobs that needed to be completed first. That seems to be pretty normal based on the...
H-M Quality Carpentry and Handyman Services
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Reviewed in March 2017
Bang It Services did a very good job and definitely aim to please the customer. I had my roof replaced and some inside carpentry work. They did such a good job I ended up using them to paint the house and now replace some windows.
Bang It Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2015
The owners are brothers, and they can do most any work, masonry, carpentry, etc. They were cordial and fair. They finished in a reasonable amount of time. The only suggestion for the them is to send via email the cost breakdown. I asked for it twice but none was sent. However, I would hire...
Graystone Construction
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Reviewed in September 2014
<p>Although Jeff came out to look at some general carpentry workI wanted to have done, wrote everything down, told me he'd get me a ballpark estimate, told me he could do the work within 4 weeks, I never heard from him again. I've used Jeff in the past to repair my dryer and was very satisfied...
J Tech
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Reviewed in February 2013
I chose him because he was the cheapest estimate I got out of 3 contractors. He brought his crew of 3 young guys. Once he got them started on the job, he left his crew to finish. He came back at the end of the day to pick up a check. The finished work was "shotty". I was not impressed with...
ZEGARELLI CONTRACTING CO
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H-M Quality Carpentry and Handyman Services

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Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"Heath from H&M Quality Carpentry is outstanding. He is reasonably priced and very prompt, responsive and knowledgeable. 10/10 would recommend."

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Cookinham Construction

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Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Offers commercial services

"Cody is an outstanding contractor, he was very professional, would recommend his business 10/10!"

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Whites Painting & Home Improvements

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Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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"Very very well. Mr. White is very experienced in his work and it truly speaks for itself. I’ll be issuing whites again and recommending to all my friends."

+13

Response time2 days

Response rate100%

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GAST Handyman Services

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Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Have been helping friends, coworkers, family and community with jobs, repairs and remodeling/repairs for years and am looking at expanding into more of a business model than "the guy who does stuff"\nI also currently have a full time job and am available for work on Sundays and Mondays.

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Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

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Weber Construction specializes in-New builds, Remodels, Plumbing, Roofing, Electrical, Tile work, Physical Security, Smart Home systems and much more!

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Central Builders Group LLC

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Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"He was knowledgeable honest and professional he explained what he as doing and his prices wad fir"

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Response time5 hrs

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Stanton's Affordable Contracting

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Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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Emergency services offered

"Joe has been very professional and we are very happy with work so far. Weather stopped us short of finishing in fall, so looking forward to seeing everything complete. I have a relative who is a retired professional painter. He gave me a list of questions to ask. Joe answers were all what I was told to expect from a quality painter. We would use Joe again for projects or painting."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Wratten Contracting was very fast in taking care of my project. Excellent work and very reasable prices. Highly recommend them. They will be my go-to contractor for future work."

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Response time7 hrs

Response rate90%

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Town Remodeling, LLC.

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Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"Quality work performed by reliable and accommodating professionals"

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Nystrom Contracting LLC

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Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"Very well and professionally done."

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors.

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.

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