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Avatar for Deck & Fence Renewal Systems
Deck & Fence Renewal Systems
4.5(
199
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Deck Renewal Systems delivered a beautiful, quality deck for our home! We are pleased with the outcome. The team was responsive, helped us to select a great material, was able to leverage existing framing (saved us money) and ensured the new deck was reinforced with updated support posts. They even flexed to accommodate our last minute decision to add a patio with another vendor so that the deck and patio worked together. The team was hard working and a pleasure to work with. Definitely recommend if you're looking to add a beautiful deck to your home!"
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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All Around Joe LLC
4.6(
450
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"The project went very well. Joe was able to start and finish work on time. His staff is reliable and trustworthy. John is an excellent painter. We have used Joe for various remodeling projects since 2013. We were pleased with his work and have used him for 6 more remodel projects on investment properties as well as our private residence. Other projects have included painting, plumbing, electrical, excavating, basement remodeling including installation of a bathroom, installation of an egress window and deck build. Joe is a true craftsman and wants the job done right. He is our contractor of choice and look forward to many more projects with him."
Floating wood floor
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Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Prince Roofing
Prince Roofing
5.0(
38
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prince Roofing is one of the ?best contractors? I?ve hired. I needed several exterior repairs done on my house. Mr. Prince assessed my concerns, gave reasonably priced estimates, and the project was completed on time as quoted."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Marshall Home Improvement, LLC
Marshall Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
21
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Deck or Porch - RepairArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They had to tear down existing deck and replace with composite decking. Finished product looks great. They also did some landscaping around the pool which also looks great. I would definitely recommend Brock Marshall and crew and will be using them again."
Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Rose Home Restoration LLC
Rose Home Restoration LLC
5.0(
24
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Good communication. He did a remodel that took framing, dry wall, HVAC vents, electrical outlets, cam lights and celling fan, also painted. He added an interior door to the storage room that was created. The rooms came out great"
Cady Deck & Barn
Cady Deck & Barn
Cady Deck & Barn
Cady Deck & Barn
Cady Deck & Barn

+5

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of Greater Cincinnati
4.3(
379
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Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWindow Frame - Repair+1 more

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Fantastic! I had probably called about 15 people trying to have someone come out and put a brace in my cabinetry to support a stone countertop I was having installed. Nobody would help me! I called Mr Handyman and could not have been happier with my experience. The customer service was second to none and they had me scheduled within the week. George was professional, tidy, quick, and personable. The pricing was more than reasonable and the work was top notch. Thank you, George! I will be a loyal customer for life!"
Entry Doors and Transom Windows
Floating Shelves
Grab Rails
Backyard Walkway
Window Trim Repair

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11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Smileys Painting & Home Repair
Smileys Painting & Home Repair
4.5(
155
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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I called Greg for an estimate and he called back promptly to schedule a time. He gave me a thorough written estimate via email. He showed up when he said he would and painted the areas as mentioned above. He was very cautious as to not get any paint or debris on the new carpet. He was meticulous in his work....detail oriented. He prepared all surfaces prior to painting...fixing nail pops etc. He did not expect any payment until the work was completed to my satisfaction. I ended up paying less than the estimate because it did not take him as long as he estimated. He also used less paint than estimated and that was reflected in the final cost as well. I do not know how other painters charge for paint but I know that Greg did not mark up the paint he used. He purchased the paint with his contractor discount but did not inflate the cost for me.

I plan on using Smiley's Painting to do some exterior work for me in the Spring. By the way, he is a one man business and you have to take that into consideration when you seek his services.


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Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
4.6(
64
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+14 more

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From my very first phone call, Tim was extremely helpful and eager to assist, clearly explaining the process and answering all of my questions. Jim visited first to assess the project, and I explained that the work would involve remodeling an existing built‑in furniture unit and transforming it into a functional home office. He fully understood the scope and offered practical input based on his experience. Jim completed the work on time and to a very high standard, with excellent attention to detail and overall quality. The transformation from the original built‑in to the finished home office exceeded my expectations, both in terms of craftsmanship and functionality. It was a pleasure working with Tristate from start to finish, and I would not hesitate to highly recommend them."
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+5

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
Avatar for Cincy Premium Exterior
Cincy Premium Exterior
4.9(
32
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Cincy Premium Exterior did a great job! The siding, gutters and sidewalk look amazing! Our house had been looking fuzzy, sad and a bit neglected. After Jared was done with the job, everything is looking bright and clean! Highly recommend for a quick house refresh."
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Pressure Washing Project
New deck construction
Deck rehab

+151

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

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.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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