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A&K CONSTRUCTION
4.9(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Melrose, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job went extremely well. Ani & crew fit us in over a weekend so floor could be put in before it was too cold. Very professional, hard working, agreeable crew. Left the basement spotless. The new floor looks great."
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel

+87

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Hubbell's Carpentry & More
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Melrose, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I wish I had more work for Chris for he was a pleasure to work with - he easily understood my goals and was professional and punctual at every turn ! After just knowing him for 2 days, I went out of town knowing he would finish the job exactly as I had requested ! A very skillful, competent and dependable man ! A 5 star performer in every category !!"
Table
Deck Patio Replacement
Deck Patio Replacement
Deck Patio Replacement
Deck Patio Replacement

+214

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
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Complete Contracting Inc
4.8(
31
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Melrose, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great. Having to do several major repairs I’ve had to meet a handful of contractors, with our roof the first couple had less knowledge tried to talk us into replacing the whole thing for a small fortune. Jason took a look at it and eased our worry by explaining it could be repaired and gave us a really fair price that we were ecstatic about after originally thinking it was a lost cause. With Jadon I was kept in the loop the entire time. Very good communication. The work was done quick and to the highest standard. Everything was cleaned up after. I would definitely hire Jason again and when other work comes up he will be our first call!"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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T & T Construction
4.8(
15
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Melrose, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'd had a evaluation and estimate from Exterior Solutions and after then not having received a call back or return email (the inspector had also pulled a loose single from my roof leaving it exposed) I went back to Angie's List. T&T came up, noting it had a good rating, I called. Dave and a colleague arrived, evaluated the roof and offered to repair it free of charge. Still blown away by this. A member of their crew arrived yesterday and did this; apparently they've ended up correcting other work done by Exterior Solutions and they only wanted the good will rating for the work. Incredibly nice and very professional."
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

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. 

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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