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A & W General Contractors
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

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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G&D Home Improvement
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Piffard, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

G&D Home Improvement\n\nAt G&D Home Improvement, we’re committed to providing quality workmanship, dependable service, and a great customer experience from start to finish. We take pride in doing the job right—not just getting the job done.\n\nWe specialize in drywall, plumbing, electrical, painting, and flooring, offering reliable solutions for home repairs, renovations, and improvements. Whether it’s a small repair or a larger project, we pay attention to the details and treat every home with the same care and respect we would give our own.\n\nOur goal is simple: better results, honest service, and satisfied customers. We believe in clear communication, clean work, and standing behind the quality of what we do.\n\nG&D Home Improvement — Quality Work. Honest Service. Better Results.

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Dream Work Designs
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Piffard, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Amazing from start to finish. The conversation started more than 4 months ago to get this job on the calendar. Despite the winter months, Karen kept in touch with me periodically, to make sure that I knew that they didn't forget about me. They were able to start the job a few days earlier than anticipated, and it was done in a couple less days than they had initially planned for. The entire crew (mostly family) were professional, on-time and couldn't have asked for a better contractor! Would highly recommend and wouldn't hesitate to hire again."
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New Life Painting
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Piffard, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"Ray and the team did a great job on our project. Ray always replied promptly, was upfront on scheduling and completed the job as promised. Ray went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with the stain stripping process and patiently worked with us to trial 4 stain colors before finding the perfect product for the re-staining work. The crew was careful not to cause unnecessary damage and always cleaned up at the end of each day. The stripping work was very labor intensive, but the crew stuck with it, and we are very happy with the finished product. Our log home is 'beautiful' again. We would highly recommend Ray and his team. Thanks guys!"
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

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.

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.

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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