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European Craftsman and Remodeling
4.8(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving New Paltz, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anton, the owner of European Craftsman and Remodeling, has done a lot of work for us over the past few years. He has painted and fixed the entire exterior of our home, repaired our roof, built a beautiful front patio with stonework, and also re-finished our cedar outdoor deck. This man is an absolute top-rate craftsman of the highest order. Every single job that he has done for us has been done with great care, detail, and amazing quality. All of this done with complete trust, no price increases unless there is an impending issue that comes up, and extreme reliability. We have other work that we need done, and there is absolutely nobody else that I will ever call in the Hudson Valley - Anton is our man! We have had nightmare issues in the past finding good carpenters and contractors - they are usually not reliable, do garbage or incorrect work, overcharge, etc so when we found Anton, we were amazed and are now thrilled. If you need something taken care of in your home or want to upgrade some appearance, painting, stonework, repair, decks, I give my highest recommendation to call Anton. I would rate his entire work for us at a 10/10 and A++ rating, no joke. I am simply a very happy customer. Frank"
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Hammer Down Construction
4.8(
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving New Paltz, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

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Customers say: True professional

"Chris and Allie were dependable and meticulous. They restored my water damaged house to better than previous condition. The rooms were left clean, and they worked with my insurance company. Very pleased and will use them again. I highly recommend them!"
Framing
Same time during construction
Kitchen
Same time during construction
Same time during construction

+15

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Trinity Home Services
5.0(
34
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Window Frame - RepairCloset - Build

Serving New Paltz, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Evan called me with 10 minutes of my posting. Had a free standing counter that needed to be re anchored. Evan showed up as scheduled and had the work complete within an hour. Cleaned up everything and was very polite and pleasant Highly recommended!!!!!!!"
bathroom vanity
bathroom vanity
bathroom vanity
custom accent wall
custom accent wall

+6

Response time12 hrs
Response rate97%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BRT General Construction
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving New Paltz, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The company was hired to replace a staircase and refurbished stucco boards and strips on the outside of a duplex. Angel and his team provided quality services, knowledgeable on all building codes , followed safety protocols for all employees and were professional, prompt and honesty. Excellence leadership and good company. Good job!"
Ceiling repair
Ceiling repair
Powerwashing stairs
Powerwashing cement patio
Dirt and grime lifted

+220

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Kevin Babcock General Contracting
4.9(
49
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving New Paltz, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I found Kevin Babcock through the app home advisor. Kevin is professional , and can be fully trusted on his work and the projected time frame of the project . He and his team and flexible and will work with their client to achieve the desired results . Kevin did build my 880 square foot deck in 2 weeks and he has done a great job to realize my expectations . I can only recommend to hire him for your home improvements"
Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Prime Construction
4.6(
33
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving New Paltz, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What an amazing job Mike and his crews did for us. He install a gorgeous 10X20 new deck with stair. We were amazed about how professional and knowledgeable Mike is. I would recommend Prime Construction in a blink of an eye to anyone looking to re-do or install a new deck. Thank you Mike."
Rock hill
Rock hill
Deck job
Decks & Porches Project
Remodeling general construction

+139

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
Recommended by48%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

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. 

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

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. 

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