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Avatar for Fabiano's Construction
Fabiano's Construction
4.8(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Repair+14 more

Serving Bridgeport, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The work was awesome, they were on time and worked every day. They cleaned up after their day was complete and were extremely easy to work with through the process. Their workmanship is top notch. I will be using them again to build a barn and eventually to build an addition off the back of my house."
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+6

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Parker Contracting
4.7(
194
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bridgeport, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Friendly, polite, prompt and professional ! I couldn’t ask for any more from a contractor. Since the work was completed I have asked James for a price on staining the deck as well."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for MD Siding, LLC
MD Siding, LLC
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Bridgeport, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"MD Siding provided a fair quote on a small siding job for a ranch house and also installed new seamless gutters and fascia. David was easy to contact via text or call. Work was done well, worked all day and finished in a timely manner. Everything looks great. Would definitely recommend them."
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by52%of homeowners
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SAGA Builder
4.8(
34
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bridgeport, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job replacing all the rotted boards on our deck and the coat was fair, too. They were also very responsive to our initial call and all communication thereafter. Highly recommend!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Best Decks LLC
5.0(
8
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bridgeport, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"We were very happy with the work. Everything we wanted done was done professionally and to our liking. Both Matt and Gary were polite and helpful and understood our needs, which were completed quickly, and the finished project looks beautiful. They left the property clean. We would definitely recommend and will hire again if need be."
Above ground Pool Deck
Above ground Pool Deck
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Above ground Pool Deck

+50

24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Driveway Lady LLC
4.2(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bridgeport, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bought a deal on Angie's list. She has done my parents driveway a couple times so I knew the quality if work and reputation. Paid extra for the extra square footing and very reasonable in price to fill big cracks. Driveway looks great and already have lots if compliments!"
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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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.

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.

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

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