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D.R. Graybill Services
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bellefonte, PA and surrounding areas

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Credit card accepted

We are a general contracting business with over 30 years of experience with an uncompromising mission to provide superior craftsmanship, dedication and attention to detail that surpasses customers expectation and that creates added value to property and increase satisfaction of ownership. \nWe serve residential and commercial customers and specialize in affordable custom design with expert experience in all areas of the contracting trades from foundation to high quality finish work. We do renovations, remodeling, property restorations, and historic preservation work to the highest standards, no job is too small or large. \nOver the years our business has had the privilege to served hundreds of satisfied customers and we look forward to working with you. Give us a call, we will never compromise in our efforts to be a company of the highest standards of integrity, transparency, trust, and excellence in all we do and we thank you in advance for contacting us for your project. \n \nWe remain determined to be the best and to exceed expectations!

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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jove LLC
5.0(
5
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bellefonte, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The contractor was very good at the cabinet install. He was very polite and considerate. He was knowledgeable. Would recommend him to anyone who needed this type of work done"
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Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
Before Picture.  See how short those upper cabinets are?
A before picture, you can see a clean work area and where the ceiling height was originally.
Fortunately, with carbon filters, range hoods don't always need the vent stack.  We were able to eliminate this, and the soffeting, to extend the cabinets to the ceiling, while removing the old drop down ceiling.

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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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WHL Construction Facebook
4.2(
45
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bellefonte, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were absolutely amazing to work with!! We had siding, insulation, and roof done on our 118 year old house. It turned out absolutely gorgeous. I can't tell you how easy they were to work with!"
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+27

Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bellefonte, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"I never contacted the provider or used this service in anyway. I have to
write this review so that the request to write this review stops
popping up.
The rating is bogus as it is required to be able to submit.
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
Henderson Residential Mechanical
4.2(
58
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bellefonte, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

"Don seemed to drop off the face of the earth because I have more work for him BUT he has not answered my calls. Do you know where Don's helper, Greg, is now? I know Greg received his contractor license. Greg has all the experience and he does great work. Don was more a helper and Greg did the work, which was great. Do you know where he is now??? Thanks Please advise. Thanks"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Biller Maintenance and Construction
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Bellefonte, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Small jobs welcome

Dave Biller founded BMC in the fall of 2005. He has a diverse background of knowledge and experience, which includes construction, maintenance and customized applications.\n\n1985-1991: Served in the U.S. Air Force as a Structural Specialist in Civil Engineering. Left the military after Desert Storm. \n1991-1996: Attended Penn State University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Workforce Education and Development. \n1996-2004: Managed a maintenance program for the U.S. Department of Agriculture. \n2005: Instructor of building trades for Lycoming Career and Technology Center. Fuel prices shortened Dave's teaching career at the Lyco CTC. \nFall 2005: Founded Biller Maintenance and Construction.\nDave has completed apprenticeships in carpentry and masonry; completed vocational programs in welding, electrical and refrigeration; completed continuing education courses in construction management, contracting and safety management. \n\nDave volunteers for the US Coast Guard Auxiliary and has served as Vice Commander and Commander for the State College PA flotilla. \n\nBiller Maintenance and Construction prides itself on excellent customer service. If you need it, we can repair, modify, or build to your satisfaction. \n\nWe follow these guidelines to successful project management.\n\nDetermine the customer needs. \nDevelop project plans and specifications. \nReview plans with the customer. \nRevise as necessary. \nPerform project tasks. \nFinalize completion. \nWe believe communication is the key to customer satisfaction and a successful project. \n\nWe follow up on every detail.

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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. 

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.

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