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Lance Homes LLC
4.9(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything about Lance Homes LLC falls into the excellent category: initial response, estimates, communication, punctuality, job completion, and workmanship. In my experience, he really stands out among contractors I have used, or tried to use."
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+154

Response time6 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dover Home Remodelers Inc
4.5(
93
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dover is a long standing company that we reached out to based on reputation alone. They are a well oiled machine. They did not disappoint. Our 1950s home now has a beautiful and very low maintenance 3 season room that is seamlessly tied into our brick home. Our completely remodeled kitchen with Amish built hickory cabinets and modern finishes is outstanding. The skilled tradesman did a fabulous job. The designer and project manager were easy to work with and kept the project moving. Would highly recommend!"
The sunporch easily accommodates both outdoor conversation seating and dining sets. Finishing the comfortable indoor/outdoor living space, electrical wiring provides power for the ceiling fan and can lights above, with additional outlets for a TV, speakers and other items—everything the homeowners need to enjoy a fresh, inviting living area.
The sunporch addition was designed for easy living at every touchpoint: Sturdy, lightweight framing materials create the gabled roof and side panel construction, including maintenance-free aluminum posts capped in vinyl, so there’s no paint to touch up or chipping to worry about long-term.
Because the homeowners wanted an unobstructed view and ventilation for their firepit table, screens are run from floor to ceiling along the walls. Added screened entry doors on both sides provide easy access to the room from the yard and adjoining patio.
The new sunporch is a large, open-air living space (11' x 14') with floor-to-ceiling screened panels for excellent ventilation and unrestricted views with a full room for protection.
Because the homeowners wanted an unobstructed view and ventilation for their firepit table, screens are run from floor to ceiling along the walls. Added screened entry doors on both sides provide easy access to the room from the yard and adjoining patio.

+892

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tower Builders
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We are a family-owned and managed contracting team right here in Northeast Ohio. Our business is built on a simple idea: putting you first. We focus on providing high-quality, reliable work that stays within your budget, whether you are a local homeowner or a fellow business owner. We are fully bonded and insured for your peace of mind. While we handle all types of general contracting, we specialize in full demolition, drywall, and complete remodeling projects. We’re available 7 days a week to help you get started with a free estimate. Reach out today to discuss your next project. We look forward to working with you! 🏘️🫱🏻‍🫲🏾🛠️ *Estimate fee is waived if you hire us for the job. If we are not contracted, a small fee will apply to cover our time and travel.

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Miller & Sons Construction & Home Builders
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

🏡 Dedicated to transforming homes with expertise in earthworks, concrete, pole barn building, and underground drainage. We believe in honest pricing and integrity, taking pride in our community and the quality of our work.

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Robert CALABRESE
4.8(
60
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Amherst, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

"We had a 3:00 appointment but Jeff called and had finished a previous job earlier than expected.  I was happy that he could come sooner and he arrived promptly and went to work.  I stated that I would like to clean behind the dryer once he had it pulled away from the wall.  He suggested he pull it out so I could clean and he would proceed with the other work.  He did that and I was able to clean before he was ready to clean the dryer vent.  He is very professional in his work and did an excellent job.  He also cleaned up the job site including the yard at the exit site of the dryer vent.  This was the first time I had Jeff since he took over the business.  I would definitely call him again and highly recommend his work."
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

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.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

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.

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

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