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Sentri Homes
2.9(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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ST Landscaping and Excavating
3.4(
5
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

ST Landscaping and Excavating, proudly serves its customers with pride and integrity. We are locally owned and operated and pay attention to the details that matter most to you. These are only some of the many things that set us apart from the rest. Give us a call today! We do not accept credit cards, we take business checks, or cash only.

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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Larry Baker Jr Construction Service
New to Angi
Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

General Construction with over 30 years of experience. \nHome building \nRemodeling \nKitchen and Bathrooms \nDecks \nGarages \nFlooring (tile, LVT, hardwood, and VCT)\nEpoxy garage floors\nSiding \nWindow replacement \nMillwork install \nCountertop fabrication \nAnd more \n\nResidential and Commercial projects \n\nFind me on Facebook also under \nLarry Baker Jr Construction Service \n\nMe and my team offer high quality and take pride in the project. \n

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Jay's Custom Woodworks
5.0(
10
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jay did a great job on refinishing our 50 year old chairs. Look brand new. We would highly recommend him to others. Also stored them until our remodeling was done. Thank you Jay"
Blanket chest
Blanket Chest
Cedar benchs
Custom cutting boards
Custom cutting boards

+42

Response time4 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Rost Construction, LLC
4.7(
25
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCarport (Wood) - Build+2 more

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had my kitchen painted; some plastering had to be done ahead of time to correct some cracking that had taken place over the years. The job was completed in 2 days and is 100% nicer. I had very little cleanup to do afterwards. The painter did a great job!"
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Shower Tiling
Bathroom renovation
Flooring project
Flooring project

+22

Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, many repair services include blade sharpening as part of the maintenance package.

Floor joists provide support and stability to the flooring installed above them, whether it be hardwood, tile, or carpet. They’re essentially horizontal beams that hold up the subfloor and everything that lies on top of it. Floor joists also help evenly distribute weight across their structure so that it’s shared between walls, beams, and your foundation.

Homeowners insurance may cover damaged floor joists, depending on your policy. Insurance typically covers issues from storms, fires, or water damage from burst pipes. However, don't expect your insurance company to cover damage from wear and tear, poor maintenance, or termites.

If you don’t have a power saw with a blade where you can adjust the angle, you could use a miter box and hand saw to make the cuts. The miter box contains wide slots to support the piece of baseboard and other narrow slots to accommodate the blade of the hand saw. However, it’s tough to make non-standard cuts beyond 30 or 45 degrees when using a miter box.

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