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"Jim refinished our cabinets and installed new soft close drawers and cabinet doors. Jim and his assistan's attention to detail was amazing! all the drawers and doors were aligned perfectly! They cleaned every day before leaving. They give you great value for what you pay...especially when compared to competitor. Highly recommended!!"

Wes W on August 2024

Specializing in cabinet refacing for over thirty years, as an owner/operator business, we can make your dream kitchen come true, at a price you can afford.

"Jim refinished our cabinets and installed new soft close drawers and cabinet doors. Jim and his assistan's attention to detail was amazing! all the drawers and doors were aligned perfectly! They cleaned every day before leaving. They give you great value for what you pay...especially when compared to competitor. Highly recommended!!"

Wes W on August 2024


Eden Designs

901 N Penn St, Unit R-607
New on AngiNew on Angi
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Eden Designs

901 N Penn St, Unit R-607
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Eden Designs is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Eden Designs is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


Dengoso Construction, LLC

2205 Brighton Street
New on AngiNew on Angi
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Dengoso Construction, LLC

2205 Brighton Street
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Dengoso Construction proudly serves it's customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

Dengoso Construction proudly serves it's customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!


J Handyman

139 Woodland Rd
3.50(
3
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J Handyman

139 Woodland Rd
3.50(
3
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Approved Pro
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"TL;DR: I would not recommend you hire Joe Waggoner. He demonstrated he can not do the work he says he can, in the time he says he can do it, at the cost he estimates. Ultimately, he took our money in advance and quit the job, leaving us to live in a construction zone, thousands out of pocket. Full Details: I hired Joe for a variety of small to medium carpentry projects in a house we were moving into. Joe could not, or would not, follow basic written or oral direction, nor did he follow the provided detailed dimensioned CAD drawings. He did his own thing, or took shortcuts, instead of following direction/plans and then would not own up to mistakes when he veered off course. When asked to correct/redo verifiable mistakes, he would not assume responsibility; he instead passed on the cost and consequences to us. Joe seemed to expect us, the client, to be on site everyday to review, monitor, and oversee the work. If there was an issue, he blamed us, the client, for not being there to catch it earlier. I even had to coordinate some work with his sub-contractors. Joe needed constant project oversight and emotional affirmation, which was taxing. All of this defeated the point of hiring a general contractor. Ultimately, Joe blew out his estimate, racked up unverified and unapproved charges to our credit card, and quit the job without completing it. We had to hire others to complete the work, which dragged out the 2-week project by months, and exponentially added to our costs. To add to the difficult logistical and financial position Joe put us in, he also left hundreds of pounds of trash and construction debris when he quit and took materials we had purchased for the renovation. When asked, he did return some of the materials but remedied nothing else. Of the work he did complete: the electrical work was not to code and had dangerous splices and other issues we had to have redone by a certified electrician; the drywall seams bubbled up and had to be redone by a professional; there needed to be extensive patch/painting repairs of damage he caused to the house; and the basic carpentry was often off. All leaving us stuck living with sloppy and/or un-functional work. Joe seemed to have no ethical misgivings about leaving us to live in a dangerous construction zone with a toddler when he suddenly quit the job. Overall, a nightmare to deal with personally and financially."

Nora S on June 2021

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"TL;DR: I would not recommend you hire Joe Waggoner. He demonstrated he can not do the work he says he can, in the time he says he can do it, at the cost he estimates. Ultimately, he took our money in advance and quit the job, leaving us to live in a construction zone, thousands out of pocket. Full Details: I hired Joe for a variety of small to medium carpentry projects in a house we were moving into. Joe could not, or would not, follow basic written or oral direction, nor did he follow the provided detailed dimensioned CAD drawings. He did his own thing, or took shortcuts, instead of following direction/plans and then would not own up to mistakes when he veered off course. When asked to correct/redo verifiable mistakes, he would not assume responsibility; he instead passed on the cost and consequences to us. Joe seemed to expect us, the client, to be on site everyday to review, monitor, and oversee the work. If there was an issue, he blamed us, the client, for not being there to catch it earlier. I even had to coordinate some work with his sub-contractors. Joe needed constant project oversight and emotional affirmation, which was taxing. All of this defeated the point of hiring a general contractor. Ultimately, Joe blew out his estimate, racked up unverified and unapproved charges to our credit card, and quit the job without completing it. We had to hire others to complete the work, which dragged out the 2-week project by months, and exponentially added to our costs. To add to the difficult logistical and financial position Joe put us in, he also left hundreds of pounds of trash and construction debris when he quit and took materials we had purchased for the renovation. When asked, he did return some of the materials but remedied nothing else. Of the work he did complete: the electrical work was not to code and had dangerous splices and other issues we had to have redone by a certified electrician; the drywall seams bubbled up and had to be redone by a professional; there needed to be extensive patch/painting repairs of damage he caused to the house; and the basic carpentry was often off. All leaving us stuck living with sloppy and/or un-functional work. Joe seemed to have no ethical misgivings about leaving us to live in a dangerous construction zone with a toddler when he suddenly quit the job. Overall, a nightmare to deal with personally and financially."

Nora S on June 2021


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Fisher's Enterprise, LLC

622 Farmersville Road
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Fisher's Enterprise, LLC

622 Farmersville Road
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Welcome to Fisher's Backyard Structures. We proudly provide the highest quality of service and Amish craftsmanship for each aspect of your project. Our depth of knowledge and experience solidify our belief that customer service stands as the highest priority. We eagerly look forward to working with you and making your vision a reality. Give us a call, Text or email today, and let us get started!

"N/A"

Michael S on November 2019

Welcome to Fisher's Backyard Structures. We proudly provide the highest quality of service and Amish craftsmanship for each aspect of your project. Our depth of knowledge and experience solidify our belief that customer service stands as the highest priority. We eagerly look forward to working with you and making your vision a reality. Give us a call, Text or email today, and let us get started!

"N/A"

Michael S on November 2019


Bailey's Welding & Mechanical

2308 Van Reed Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Bailey's Welding & Mechanical

2308 Van Reed Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Bailey's Welding & Mechanical is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"he will do whatever is necessary to make sure you are happy with the work he has done."

Tony W on January 2020

Bailey's Welding & Mechanical is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"he will do whatever is necessary to make sure you are happy with the work he has done."

Tony W on January 2020


Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

P.O. Box 467
4.56(
54
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Approved Pro

Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

P.O. Box 467
4.56(
54
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
56 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024

WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024


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Honesty Construction LLC

29 Rivanna Rd
4.84(
16
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Honesty Construction LLC

29 Rivanna Rd
4.84(
16
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
226 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

Honesty Construction LLC is your one stop shop for all of your construction needs! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call today!

"Great job to repair and replace the front porch."

Al W on October 2025

Honesty Construction LLC is your one stop shop for all of your construction needs! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call today!

"Great job to repair and replace the front porch."

Al W on October 2025


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MD Siding, LLC

721 Violet St
4.89(
19
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MD Siding, LLC

721 Violet St
4.89(
19
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
22 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

Here at MD Siding LLC we have a main focus of quality over quantity! With over 5 years of experience there is no job that we shy away from! We pride our business in professionalism and your overall satisfaction. Please call today for a free estimate and we look forward to earning your life long business!

"They provided professional service for siding storm damage. I was very satisfied and would definitely hire them again!"

Carl D on June 2025

Here at MD Siding LLC we have a main focus of quality over quantity! With over 5 years of experience there is no job that we shy away from! We pride our business in professionalism and your overall satisfaction. Please call today for a free estimate and we look forward to earning your life long business!

"They provided professional service for siding storm damage. I was very satisfied and would definitely hire them again!"

Carl D on June 2025


Koscinski Siding & Repair, Inc.

53 Concord Road
4.82(
113
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Koscinski Siding & Repair, Inc.

53 Concord Road
4.82(
113
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
31 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Koscinski Siding & Repair Inc has been in business for 28 years. We provide complete siding installation and repairs as well as door, windows, decking, deck repairs, shed repairs, railings, skylights, roof coatings, and roof repairs . We will give you the highest quality workmanship and materials with superior customer service from start to finish to guarantee customer satisfaction on every job.

"Quick and reasonable"

Jack G on November 2023

Koscinski Siding & Repair Inc has been in business for 28 years. We provide complete siding installation and repairs as well as door, windows, decking, deck repairs, shed repairs, railings, skylights, roof coatings, and roof repairs . We will give you the highest quality workmanship and materials with superior customer service from start to finish to guarantee customer satisfaction on every job.

"Quick and reasonable"

Jack G on November 2023

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You can use a nail to find ceiling joists, but it’s not as reliable as a stud finder, and you’ll end up with lots of small holes in your ceiling. If the nail hits a joist, you'll feel increased resistance. Mark the spot with a pencil. Repeat this process regularly along the ceiling, 16 or 24 inches apart, until you've mapped out the joist locations.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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.

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.

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

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