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Arken Construction
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dover, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Pleasure working with reliable and professional people. They knew their business and strived to understand how I wanted my home to look like. Will certainly use their service again and again!"
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Matthews-Gress Construction LLC
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dover, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Don't settle for home you don't love. It's time for a transformation. At MG Construction, we specialize in complete home makeovers inside and out. Whether you need a modern kitchen update or a total landscape revival, we have the tools and team to make it happen.

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Speedy contracting service (scs)
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dover, OH and surrounding areas

"James came from Ohio to do a few projects for our non-profit organization. We have staffed residential homes for adults with intellectual disabilities throughout the South Hills area. We recently purchased a newer home for one of our houses, because our residents are aging and need a more accessible home. James and his teammate helped us with that. They helped install some handrails, installed a bathroom vent, closed off an old dining room into a bedroom, installed a split unit, and tore out a tub and installed a huge linen closet in its place. They were very professional through the whole process and we will be using them for many similar projects in the near future. Highly recommended!"
Custom bed frame
Entry door repair.
Remodeling - General Project
Fencing Project
Custom bed frame

+12

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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House Dr Jeff
5.0(
13
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dover, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The service was very good. They were very nice on the phone and seems to be very honest, he would let you buy things that you don't need. He came and did what he needed to do and the TV is working really good now. he knew exactly what he's doing and very knowledgeable on what he does."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Boss Builders
5.0(
6
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dover, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

"The project went great. Mr. Jackson and his crew are hard workers, courteous yet friendly. I didn't hear one cuss word from any of them and to me, that is I important. The job was done when he said it would be and it looks great. I would definitely hire him again."
Remodeling - General Project
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

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