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Avatar for True Edge Carpentry LLC
True Edge Carpentry LLC
5.0(
6
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Judah was very professional and well equipped for the job. Definitely would recommend and will be going back to him for future services."
Historical Remodel
Hardwood floor refinishing. Old Carpet removed and new life brough to the room.
Custom cabinets and crown molding
Vinyl Flooring
Historical remodel job

+5

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Avatar for Reid’s Painting & Handyman Services
Reid’s Painting & Handyman Services
5.0(
45
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Team assembled a l shaped desk with hutch. Superior service with a smile,"
Additional Photos
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Ceiling before photo

+18

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Avatar for Advanced QUALITY Contracting
Advanced QUALITY Contracting
5.0(
33
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The contractors arrived on time. They cleaned the deck in a very professional manner, making sure to remove all the weeds, the mold, and debris. They are a great and reliable team."
Remodeling - General Project
Decks & Porches Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Decks & Porches Project
Landscaping Project

+131

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Avatar for Artie's Home Maintenance and Property Services
Artie's Home Maintenance and Property Services
4.5(
42
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+4 more

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Artie is excellent. He has done multiple projects for me from building shelves, to repairing the deck, painting, and residing the garage. He knows what he’s doing, can provide clear options and guidance, and is fairly priced. He’s also a delightful human being."
Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Paul Kobyluch Craftsman
4.8(
26
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Paul was amazing - truly exceeded our expectations for the built ins around our fireplace that he helped design. They have changed the whole room, we could not be happier!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
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One Peace, LLC
4.9(
16
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I Ned help with the tv and the garage The guy didn’t come yesterday."
Tile
Pressure washing
Flooring Sales/Installation/Repair Project
Handyman Services Project
Tile

+35

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by43%of homeowners
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Avatar for Mike Redding General Contracting
Mike Redding General Contracting
4.3(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"On time, professional, courteous, good work. Reasonably priced."
Entry remodel
Entry remodel
Entry remodel
Entry remodel
Front step/sidewalk repair

+6

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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The Climate Chief, LLC
4.8(
23
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very professional, explained everything they needed to do, once done we had no more issues, would highly recommend this company Mark and Billy were great to work with"
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Avatar for Brian J Kopf
Brian J Kopf
4.9(
24
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"New to the area, decided to take a chance. Was throughly pleased with the custom made nook bench created by Brian! Showed him a picture, we discussed modifications and he delivered⠦⠦ communicating throughout the building process!!! Now onto next project!!!"
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel (before)
Bathroom remodel (before)

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Hansen Maintenance, LLC
4.9(
17
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Window Frame - Repair

Serving Rensselaer, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian replaced a piece a fascia that had blown off the roofline of my two story house. I was very happy with the work done and the price was fair."
Aluminum wrapping
Aluminum wrapping
Aluminum wrapping
Aluminum wrapping
Aluminum wrapping

+13

Response time5 hrs
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Recommended by17%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

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.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

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.

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