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HD Finished Carpentry LLC
5.0(
31
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Had HD carpentry repair my deck steps, and add a new handrail. Excellent work, decent prices, very polite. Cleanup was immaculate. I would give them 10 stars if I could. I would definitely recommend them and I look forward to calling them again."
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto

+2

Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dave Lynch Home Repair Service
4.6(
86
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave and Kathy were a great team. During the initial appraisal of the painting project, they made suggestions beyond the scope of what I had originally envisioned. Their suggestions to add lighting in a linen closet, paint ceiling tiles, update light fixtures, change out interior door knobs, etc. far exceeded painting in a two story staircase. The overall project has really updated our home. During the 4 days of the project, we established a mutual beginning time, and the work area was cleaned up at the end of the day. Dave considered making small changes to adhere to building code, such as placement of smoke alarms and height of the stairway handrail. Throughout the project, Dave replaced extra light bulbs, was responsive to adding an additional lighting project in the basement, and had great suggestions for future home improvements. We are extremely happy with the work done by Dave and Kathy, and will definitely look to them for future home improvement projects!"
Kitchen
Master Bath
1850 Farmhouse
Formal Dining Room
Amazing Transformation

+5

Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Phil's Handyman Contracting LLC.
5.0(
4
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Phil replaced my bathroom fan. He did an excellent job. Very nice person. Easy yo talk too. Very knowledgeable about the work he does. I will gladly use Phil in the future for any work I need done."
Gallery
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Moores Contracting
5.0(
1
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very happy with the work that was completed on my kitchen drawer. The gentleman was very professional and polite. He worked efficiently and did a very good job. I would recommend him to everyone. Thank you to him."
Gallery
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R-Dubs Remodeling & Property Maintenance
New to Angi

Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

My Name is RJ Williams (Owner/Carpenter) with R-Dubs Remodeling & Property Maintenance LLC, where we are here to provide various services for your most important and expensive investment. I have been remodeling homes starting with a flooring career, to windows & doors, kitchens & bathrooms and more. We pride ourselves on our care for our clients (communication & Cleanliness), competitive pricing, attention to details, and virtual (hassle-free) estimate/booking process.

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M&T Handyman
5.0(
9
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job went extremely well. They were very professional. The work was completed within a timely manner.I am extremely happy with my outcome.I will be calling m&t anytime I need any work completed. I would highly recommend to anyone in need of any services"
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

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.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

Yes, using certified lumber and engineered wood products for reduced environmental impact.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

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