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Steadfast Carpentry LLC
5.0(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Valley Cottage, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Simply stated, the best possible carpentry service you can hire. In building a large deck off of the back of my house (project with a countless variables), Pat at Steadfast Carpentry worked to complete a design to my exact wants that will continue to impress everyone who sees it for decades. Pat demonstrated a deep knowledge and care for well-built and beautiful woodworking, and was able to exceed any expectations of build quality, cost, and aesthetics, whilst working safely and within the constraints of our town codes. I cannot overstate how friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, and diligent he has been throughout the entire process. I am overjoyed with the final product, and can personally assure anyone looking for a carpenter that you have found the gold standard with Steadfast Carpentry. It is a true rarity to find the affordability, knowledge, and quality at this level."
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The custom balusters before top plates were installed on the railing.

+54

Response time6 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Two Crowns Painter
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Valley Cottage, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Customers say: True professional

"Carlos and team quickly and efficiently insulated and sheetrocked my garage ceiling. They showed up early and worked all day. Ceiling finish is very smooth and ready for primer and paint. Couldn’t have asked for a better outcome. I highly recommend them."
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+19

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
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Stagecraft.tech LLC
5.0(
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Valley Cottage, 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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Sam The Man Home Solutions, LLC
4.7(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Valley Cottage, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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Warranties offered

"Hiring Sam the Man Solutions was the best home repair decision that I ever made. Sam was extremely professional. All of his work was done with the utmost care. He was in my home for over a week and I never felt that there was a stranger working in my home. He was friendly, hard-working, thoughtful and extremely neat. I was so impressed with his work that I plan to hire him back in the near future. If you need work done in your home, don't think twice, hire Sam!!!!"
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Drywall Repair
Drywall Repair
Drywall Repair

+130

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

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.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

New builds, remodels, and additions often necessitate professional framing expertise.

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