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Avatar for Lance Homes LLC
Lance Homes LLC
4.9(
43
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I just had Lance Homes LLC remove a basketball goal from my driveway and want to recognize what a very nice job they did. The work was done by Jason and he showed thorough competence and professionalism in completing the job swiftly, with no shortcuts, and while restoring the disturbed earth perfectly. I can recommend Lance Homes and Jason without reservation. L. Ross, Bay Village March , 2025"
Handyman Services Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project

+154

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Finish Line
4.4(
128
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Finish Line was so helpful when completing our fireplace job! It was a messy job and they had tarps down and cleaned up all the time. I would hire them again! Thank you!"
Metal roof
Bambo hardwood flooring
Room addition
Commercial Rubber a Roof System
Vinyl Siding

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ATI Construction & Repair
5.0(
8
)
Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Andy did an excellent job!! He’s clearly experienced, and knowledgeable within the construction trades but most importantly he was very upfront and professional when it came to explaining what the work involved and the job cost. I’ll definitely be using his company again."
Tile work.
Tile work.
Tile work.
Lighting facelift
Lighting facelift

+19

Avatar for MDG Maintenance, LLC
MDG Maintenance, LLC
4.7(
20
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For Business+2 more

Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What a great company came out did a quote and did the job the same day. They built a small retaining wall and did a great job. Everything was cleaned up before they left. Two men did they job and they were very nice. I will tell all my friends about them for there next projets."
Shutter replacement
Shutter replacement
Shutter's
Shutter
Drywall

+8

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for JCJ Builders
JCJ Builders
4.9(
13
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+4 more

Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"JCJ Builders was a great company to work with and they produced a beautiful kitchen in my 1920s home. Jeff Jones was professional and thorough. He had a very detailed approach to our remodel. Every step was carefully planned and executed. He kept to the time lines established and managed all of his trades well. The job site was left clean at the end of every day. We received daily updates on the progress and were contacted immediately when decisions needed to be made. Jeff listened to what we wanted and advised us on the best products and finishes for our project. He also worked to keep us comfortable and safe in our home during the renovation by setting up a temporary kitchen for us to use and mandating procedures for workers necessary during the pandemic. The quality of work was excellent and we appreciated the time and effort spent to preserve and enhance the 1920s charm of our home. We are 100% satisfied with the finished project which included an entirely brand new kitchen, removal of a wall, refinishing all of the floors and painting all of walls and wood trim on the first floor, refacing the fireplace and installing new patio doors as well as a new hot water heater. JCJ Builders did it all. We will be scheduling our second floor project with them in the future. I highly recommend Jeff and his team at JCJ Builders to anyone considering a renovation."
Residential Kitchen
Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by41%of homeowners
Zaber Construction, LLC
5.0(
4
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We had a inground pool installed this past year by Chad Zaber construction The planning, the workmanship and finished product were nothing short of outstanding. All deadlines were met or exceeded, which is a very rare thing to happen in todayâ  s world with a shortage of labor. Chad laid out a plan, communicated the plan and delivered. I would highly recommend Zaber construction for any inground pool or any other construction projects that he does. Chad is a rarity in todayâ  s unstable contractor world. Also the follow up throughout the summer and through the closing on the pool was outstanding. Chad had great follow up and answers any questions that we needed throughout the season. Pat and Stacey Scullin"
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%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. 

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

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