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Last update on September 11, 2026

Top-Rated Carpenters in Philadelphia - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Odd Job Services
Odd Job Services
4.7(
46
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business+2 more

Serving Philadelphia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brian was amazing and professional. His experience enabled his to make appropriate adjustments during the project meeting my (the home owners) needs and saving me money. I strongly recommend using him and I will give Brian more of my business in the future!"
Bath tile
Kitchen floor repair
Kitchen floor repair2
Kitchen floor repair3
Kitchen floor repair4

+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Avatar for EMC Property and Excavation
EMC Property and Excavation
4.6(
9
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Philadelphia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a Great job, stabilizing a steep slope with rock and grading. Speading top of area with crush and run stone to make a very nice finished look. Great job ,would recommend EMC for any job. Thank you"
Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Travani Construction, LLC
4.0(
5
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Philadelphia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were pleased with our bathroom renovation. We found Travani Construction to be reliable and personable to work with. The cost was reasonable. I have recommended their work to several friends."
Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
174
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreWindow Frame - Repair

Serving Philadelphia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed stucco repair work on an old chimney (and other spots). Grady was meticulous and thoughtful on what approaches and materials would work. Throughout the project they allocated sufficient time for each treatment to cure and inspected the work before proceeding to the next step. Grady started the project with no money down and only required ongoing payments for materials until the project was well underway. The final payment was due only after they did a final inspection. Total project cost was also below other bids."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Tims Handyman Services
4.9(
33
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Philadelphia, NY and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The various tasks went very well. The job was completed it a very fast time frame with short notice helping keep the closing date for selling my home."
Hardwood flooring
Landscaping Project
Handyman Services Project
Finished product
Hardwood flooring

+35

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, 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.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

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, 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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