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Avatar for HANDYMACK Construction & Renovation
HANDYMACK Construction & Renovation
4.2(
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Serving Riverdale, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mack Rubio and company did an excellent job of replacing deck boards on two levels, new railings, and lattice. Check with us throughout the job-great customer service and timely. Highly recommended."
During Framing Process
Newly Built Ramp
Before Ramp
New Stove Before Framing
New Stove After Framing

+80

Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Prime One Roofing, LLC
5.0(
59
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Serving Riverdale, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Exceptional work done, very pleased with the quality and the price was just right. Would recommend to all and probably this summer will change a part of my slate roof."
New shingle roof
New shingle roof
New shingle roof
New shingle roof
New shingle roof

+12

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stagecraft.tech LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Riverdale, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired for electrical, masonry, gutters, waterproofing, grouting, painting, spackling, Roofing, plumbing. Every single job was done to 100% perfection. They are meticulous and very clean. They leave and clean up perfectly. That best attribute is the knowledge and thought into planning and completing a project. They carefully assess and even provide before and after photos. They also know when a project is outside the scope of their expertise, they will refer you to a more specialized firm."
Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Brians Contractor Corp.
4.9(
81
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Serving Riverdale, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Received a fair estimate from Brians, who arrived on time and was very thorough in his description of what work would have to be done . It was a slight challenge getting the appointment made because of my work schedule, but Brians worked with me to get a good date. His crew arrived on time, kept me informed during the job and left the place spotless. I fully recommend Brians Contractor Corp. for all of your roofing needs. Be careful though to make sure you are getting Brians Contractor Corp. You donâ t want anyone on your roof but these guys. Thank you Brians Contractor Corp.!!"
Steps
Steps
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Steps

+80

Response time2 hrs
Response rate92%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hugo's Inside Renovation
4.5(
23
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Serving Riverdale, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Hugo's work was impeccable. His fee was fair, his work was beautiful, and he cleaned up completely. He had a problem with Zelle, not his fault, to clear the deposit. But he himself was totally professional. I've already recommended him to my building super for other jobs."
Painting
Painting
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Painting
Walls repair

+4

Response time1 hour
Response rate97%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

If you remove a load-bearing wall to create an entrance to a carport or covered patio, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. Factors such as the type of addition and if that area needs additional work will add to the price.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

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