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Vins Contracting
4.9(
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Serving Wyoming, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did exactly like we discussed with dog ear fence install 20 foot section. The were hired to rebuild my front porch, really building a new one. Do not have to pay upfront and were here at time promised, I highly recommend."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elliot Construction & Repairs
3.9(
27
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Serving Wyoming, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Elliot Construction installed a tile kitchen floor and tile backsplash. He did an excellent job, and worked quickly to finish the job. I highly recommend him."
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Response time6 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
DAS
New to Angi

Serving Wyoming, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

I am someone who is trying to start a business. I’ve been in and around the construction industry for 20+ years, mainly doing commercial residential construction. I want to build something of my own where I feel my work can be noticed. I travel anywhere within the greater Rochester region. I look forward to meeting with you. Thank you

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Bravestone construction
New to Angi

Serving Wyoming, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

At Bravestone Construction, we provide reliable, high-quality construction and maintenance services for both residential and commercial clients. Our team is built on integrity, skilled craftsmanship, and a commitment to getting every job done right.\n\nFrom home improvements to commercial projects, we focus on efficiency, clear communication, and lasting results—no matter the size of the job.\n\nConsistency in service. Confidence in every result.\n

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

Metal stud framing parts include the studs themselves, upper and lower tracks that act as top and bottom wall plates, various angle fasteners and clips, screws for fastening pieces togeher, metal straps, c-channel supports, and thicker steel supporting structures. Roof framing metal components include pre-fabricated trusses, heavy-gauge stud pieces, and various plates and fasteners.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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