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

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Reid’s Painting & Handyman Services have done an excellent job repairing the trim on our house. They are very timely and efficient. They know what they’re doing, we have had them do other projects around the house as well. Everything that they’ve done holds up to high standards and we appreciate their attention to detail. We definitely recommend them! 5 star rating for sure!"
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+17

Response time4 days
Recommended by58%of homeowners
Avatar for Artie's Home Maintenance and Property Services
Artie's Home Maintenance and Property Services
4.5(
41
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+4 more

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Artie was exceptionally professional and knowledgeable in a vast array of services. Artie worked for me for over 7 years preforming tasks that varied from converting a small shed to a luxury air bnb, remodeling apartment buildings, restructuring and replacing a large porch, installing washer and dryers as well as dishwashers, and various small home projects. Artie was always punctual and reliable. He completed all jobs in a timely and effective manner. He also fixed projects that were done improperly by other contractors. I also found him to be cost effective in every way. Saving myself time, money, and energy upon every job that I hired him for. Artie still works for me to this day. Heâ s my go to for just about anything and everything!"
Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Guzewski Landscapes
Guzewski Landscapes
4.8(
42
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+2 more

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mark and his assistant Mike were great. Mark is very knowledgeable with just about everything home building and remodel related. He installed a new vanity and bathroom light/fan, which were a challenge. Do to the age of the home and previous DIY work, he was thrown a few curveballs, but always came up with a new game plan and completed the work without issue. He is a busy guy, but always communicated well informed me when he was available to do the work. I hope to work on future projects with Mark and crew- would highly recommend"
3D design
Bare walls
Framing
Beverage Cooler support
Bar Area

+46

Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brian Morris
4.2(
137
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Brian and his whole crew did a fantastic job finishing our basement. The project included installing a new heated floor, building out new walls, and electrical and lighting throughout. With minimal direction, we were able to work together to design and construct a beautiful space while keeping access to all our mechanicals and household equipment. Any time there were hiccups, as is natural on a project like this, Brian was quick to address any problems or issues. We are so happy with the outcome!"
Clean look
Main roof-Valley
New vs. Old
Roof Preparation
Corregated roofing

+54

Response time2 days
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Black Stone Construction
5.0(
14
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tony and his team repaired my two decks, replacing rotted boards, reinforcing the railings, sanding the floor and drink rail, and staining/sealing them. Though the decks were only 5 years old, they were discolored, stained, and had mold spots from being in the shade throughout the day. They look like new now. They also built a paver stone platform at the bottom of our deck stairs. And reset the paver platform and stairs, replacing some splintered boards in front of our front door. I am very pleased with the work they did and would hire this company again. Highly recommended."
small pool deck
New deck
New Front porch
New Front porch
New Front porch

+16

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

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