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Avatar for Manfredia's Carpentry & General Contracting, LLC
Manfredia's Carpentry & General Contracting, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Chesterbrook, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

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Warranties offered

"Perfect! Talk about service after the sale, Manfredia Carpentry A +++. We have used this Company for over 15 years for projects ranging from commercial exterior renovation, residential - siding, addition, decks. Forgetting great craftsmanship and fair prices, anytime we have needed anything AFTER a project is over, Manfredia has been superb. Nice to see that craftsmanship and service after the sale still exists. Thanks Manfredia Carpentry & General Contracting."
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Fabiano's Construction
4.8(
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Serving Chesterbrook, 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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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Nelson and Sons Builders
4.9(
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Serving Chesterbrook, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

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Emergency services offered

"Our deck and covered porch turned out better than we hoped. John takes pride in his work and it shows. He supports what he builds and wants to do things the right way. He and his crew have a lot of experience as well so they were able to provide great insight when we didn't quite know what direction to go with design or functionality."
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Response time12 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Plymouth Nursery & Landscape Company
4.4(
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Serving Chesterbrook, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1965

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Warranties offered

"Joe, Jose, Arturo and Mauricio were all extremely professional, prompt and did an excellent job. Not only did they build an extension to our flagstone patio including a retaining wall, but they reset our existing patio as the previous contractor did not set it right. Would hire again."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Parker Contracting
4.7(
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Serving Chesterbrook, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

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"James Parker is the best. He Replaced my Deck. He is a very honest person and Knows what he is doing. When my son gets his new house I definitely recommend James Parker to do his deck, he did a fantastic job, and replacing it with the Trex makes it look even more beautiful. First, he came in and as they were taking the wooden planks off to get to the frame he did tell me that the wood was bad so it had to be replaced and he actually showed me what the problem was too, and then within three days I had a brand new deck. You will not go wrong hiring James Parker, he and his team are awesome. Not only were they fast they were very professional as well."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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St Joseph The Carpenter, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Chesterbrook, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I've hired him on several occasions for jobs involving drywall, trim, carpentry, framing, painting, plumbing, electrical, and more. The man is a jack of all trades. Very professional and communicates quickly."
Response time5 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by8%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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