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A & W General Contractors
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Serving Piffard, NY and surrounding areas

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A & W General Contractors is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Serving Piffard, NY and surrounding areas

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I am someone who is trying to start a business. I’ve been in and around the construction industry for 20+ years, mainly doing commercial residential construction. I want to build something of my own where I feel my work can be noticed. I travel anywhere within the greater Rochester region. I look forward to meeting with you. Thank you

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Perkins HVAC
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Serving Piffard, NY and surrounding areas

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Hi, I’m a residential HVAC service technician with over 5 years of experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heating and cooling systems. I take pride in providing honest recommendations, quality workmanship, and treating every home with the same care and respect as my own. Whether it’s troubleshooting a complex issue, performing preventative maintenance, or making repairs, my goal is to get the job done right the first time.

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Dream Work Designs
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Serving Piffard, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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"Dream Works Design not only had an extremely fair quote for doing our deck but the work was Outstanding! The quality of workmanship and attention to detail are the best I seen in any contractor. Add to that they are always communicating their work schedule and are extremely friendly and always willing to hear your input on the project. If your looking for an AAA plus contractor you must get a quote from Karen/Chili at Dream Works Design"
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

To calculate the number of linear feet of baseboard you’ll need, measure the length of each wall of the room you’re installing them in as close to the floor as possible, rounding up to the next full linear foot. If it’s your first DIY molding job, having a few extra feet on hand for miscuts is a good idea.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

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.

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

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