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Bowen Ridge Construction
4.6(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"As someone building a second home in Vt., everything needed to be done from a 235 mile distance. This can feel a little scary. My experience w/ Joe was Outstanding!!! Joe approaches all his tasks whether it be contract work or time & material work w/ the same set of ethics. Get it done in a timely fashion, be fair, communicate clearly, take regular pics, send via text for approval or comment, & offer advice through his experience as a seasoned builder. If you are lucky enough to work w/ Joe, enjoy the experience, your in good hands. Bill Giglio from Ct."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+106

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Solutions Construction
4.4(
7
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired solutions Construction for several different tasks. Hardwood flooring insulation, installed a new roof on our home, built several pole, barns a gazebo and outdoor kitchen, transformed a shed into a guest house with outdoor shower and indoor plumbing, designed, and Bill to our outdoor living space, re-faced our chimney and redid our indoor fireplace area, built a movie theater in our basement. Everything that this company did was five star plus top notch and we hire him over and over again for all our construction needs.. solution Construction for the win."
Hunting camp/Cabin
Garden Shed/ATV Garage
Garage Door Shed
Garage Door Shed
Tiki Bar

+14

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Top Hat Services
5.0(
2
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

"Team did incredible work on my home I?m so grateful for this team. Not only did I have them remodel my kitchen but because they did such a good job I added a bathroom remodel also had them remodel my patio to a cozy little outdoor relaxation area. 100% would recommend this team for anything you can throw at them!!!!"
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Alden Painting
4.7(
41
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"John and his team arrived on time every single day for the three consecutive days it took to paint the entire interior of my house. Not only was John tasked with painting, but he was also asked to replace a lot of broken molding and baseboards. The work performed was truly exceptional and exceeded my expectations. I will be hiring John again this spring to do some more exterior painting for my barn, as well as some unrelated exterior work on my house."
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+48

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Jon Spaulding
4.9(
11
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John was very professional and produced quality work. He was very prompt and polite and did everything he said he would do, in the time he committed, and at a fair price. I have already hired him to do some more work and would recommend to others without reservation. Two thumbs up!"
Roofing Project
Hardwood Flooring Sales/Installation/Refinishing Project
Roofing Project
Roofing Project
Roofing Project

+117

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GOKEYs Painting & Const
5.0(
6
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

"Chris was very motivated and started the job promptly. His work ethic was great, staying late a couple of days late to complete job on time as agreed. He reviewed any issue found and was flexible when extra work was needed. The quality of the work was great in making the breezeway siding look the same as the garage, so with the paint job the house/garage improvement was dramatic. His pricing was reasonably and his clean-up appreciated. We would definitely recommend Chris to others and would engage him for work ourselves."
second story done with painting and before pictures of first level of house
SIMPLE MSI FLOORING INSTALL
Framing Walls & stairs assist
After carpet removal
finished roof and painting exterior of house

+53

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Unfinished Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

Professionals ensure precise alignment and durability, critical for 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.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

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