"Anton was easy to work with. Sent email on a Sunday. He called in five minutes and came that afternoon to look at the job. Replaced baseboard in four bedrooms and repaired a hole in the ceiling. All work was completed in two days starting that Monday. The carpenter that did the baseboards (I think his name is John) was great, neat and did a wonderful job. I will definately call Anton again. Mary Pass 4 Alta Drive Wappingers Falls NY"
"Working with Mark has been absolutely terrific start to finish. A perfectionist and really an artist in wood, every single part of this job to the smallest detail was done with exquisite care. Also, Mark is an extraordinarily articulate person and explains every detail and every decision to make as he proceeds. We replaced old and cheap molding with beautiful architectural molding and trim and it is not an exaggeration to say that he transformed the look of the house with his work. Knowledgeable, exacting, extremely skilled, a pleasure to have in the house working, very highly recommended."
"Hired Duffy?s to repair and paint sheet rock damaged by water leaks and several stress cracks around door frames. Darren, responded to our request and promptly provided a detailed quote. Work started and was completed on schedule. Darren explained exactly what he would do and lived up to it. could not be more pleased with how things turned out. He even addressed an issue with our ceiling joists with arose unexpectedly. He was a complete professional. Would definitely hire Duffy again for any future projects."
"Chris installed crown molding in our kitchen and dining room. He did a meticulous job and it looks ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. Not only is he a fine craftsman, but he was also a pleasure to have in our home. He is very professional, and I would absolutely recommend Chris and his team!"
"This guy knows what heâ  s doing. Cesar was extremely professional and kind throughout this process. Him and his crew gave me exactly what I had envisioned and are so friendly! Will be hiring him again for future services."
"Inside Out Home Improvements was quick to respond to my request for an estimate, and they gave me a great quote. Their work was A-1 quality from start to finish. I will definitely be calling upon them again for my future projects."
"This business was very prompt in setting up appointment with me. They did a fantastic job on my house which needed a lot of work. I look forward to having them come back again soon I would highly recommend them. The owner Gabriela and her partner did a great job."
"WF Carpentry (Wes Fogg) recently completed a project to upgrade an outside staircase. The project was completed on budget and on time. I am very satisfied with the results and impressed with Mr. Fogg’s work ethic, attention to detail and craftmanship. Throughout the project Mr. Fogg made recommendations to enhance the design, durability and aesthetics of the staircase. I will gladly provide references and hire WF Carpentry on future projects. GB Patterson, NY"
"Mike was really great. The flooring and painting job was done very well. Really brought out the potential of the room once he was done with it. Definitely recommend 10/10"
"Sullivan Tile and Home Improvement was a great choice. Phil went above and beyond, spending extra time needed to get the job done. I give them my highest recommendation."
Yes, using certified lumber and engineered wood products for reduced environmental impact.
Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.
It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.
Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.
Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.
The Pleasant Valley, NY homeowners’ guide to carpentry services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
When you’re tackling a project or hiring a contractor, it’s helpful to know key carpentry terms. From end grain to dovetail joints, here’s a complete list.
