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Avatar for Josh Reichard's Home Improvements, LLC
Josh Reichard's Home Improvements, LLC
4.9(
46
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+4 more

Serving Blakeslee, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job building the patio. Minor problems were addressed and will be taken care of. The Patio was a great addition to our main house. Lots of comments from friends and family. We use our patio more now that it is covered than when it was just a deck. Everyone in the crew done a fantastic job to make us happy. Thank you for the super job that was done for our family. We have been recommening your business to others who want to know who done the job."
Wood Ramp
side view of deck
Side view of deck
view of front of deck
picture/stationary window installation

+44

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Beaver's Building, Home Improvement & Repair LLC
Beaver's Building, Home Improvement & Repair LLC
4.6(
15
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+5 more

Serving Blakeslee, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Beavers Building is awesome. From planning to completion Musaddiq was amazing. He has an attention to detail that is honest and refreshing. I would definitely recommend Beavers Building for home improvement needs. Musaddiq turned my dreary ceiling into a beautiful focal point. He does not rush and problem solves as he creates the final product. I cannot say enough about his work. I hope to work with him in the future!"
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Ideal Home Handyman
5.0(
7
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Blakeslee, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Toye was a real lifesaver. He showed up right when he said and he was easy to contact about scheduling and other questions. I needed some weird problems solved at the house I just bought and everything was expertly done! Dan's rate was very fair and I already have plans for him to do more work soon!"
Under stairs shelves in a garage
Handymen Project
Remodeling - General Project
Garage storage shelves with nook for trash cans.
Handymen Project

+13

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Millwork Plus LLC
5.0(
4
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCloset - BuildFurniture - Build Custom+1 more

Serving Blakeslee, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I reached out to Millwork Plus for assistance with renovating my first house. It was old and I wanted a fresh new look that was unique and customized, so it could feel like home. They listened to my ideas and provided recommendations that far exceeded my expectations. I couldn’t be happier with the level of professionalism, attentiveness and execution from this team. I highly recommend !"
Home office
Home office
Home office
Home office
Home office

+63

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S&S Painting & Construction
4.3(
15
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Closet - Build

Serving Blakeslee, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"Very professional job stairs were done to code I was also impressed with their solution for a post coming down in a parking lot. They put it at an angle into the building with a go plate at the bottom, anchoring it in my hand fence came out gorgeous. They were timely and very clean about the job I appreciate their work. The job was well done."
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel

+30

Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

The average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

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