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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

Free estimates

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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+24

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Richard Noll Painting and Handyman Services
4.4(
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Serving Chesterbrook, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Richard showed up promptly at the promised time and got right to work with redoing our porch.  About an hour or so into the job, some rain came along and made completing the work impossible for the day -- he was out the very next morning to finish the job.  Porch looks good as new!  We've got a few more tasks around the house that need doing and we'll definitely be giving Richard a call to help us out some more.
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cut shelves to size
add  laminate edging
create corner braces
two step handrail
two step handrail

+23

Response time3 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Nelson and Sons Builders
4.9(
145
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Serving Chesterbrook, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best porch in town - DELCO comes through! John, Greg, Ronny, John, and Eric- thank you all so much. Not only was your skill set impressive but your consideration of our property and meeting deadlines made the entire build a pleasant experience. We will certainly recommend you to anyone we know for building projects."
Deck with Stone Pillars
Cedar deck
Cedar Deck
Trex Deck with Roof
Pressure Treated Deck with Hot Tub

+119

Response time12 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Parker Contracting
4.7(
194
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Serving Chesterbrook, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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
Response rate91%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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St Joseph The Carpenter, LLC
5.0(
14
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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

"Vince did an awesome job for us framing up a new door in an existing hallway, installing new drywall around the door as well as installing the door, frame, and trim. We were extremely pleased with the work and would recommend to anyone looking for similar work to be done. Vince was very communicative and matched the new door to our existing doors and trim. Highly recommend."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.7(
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Serving Chesterbrook, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Home genius came out to do my siding, window, and back door. The crew was great and the job looks amazing. Ethan was my project manager and made sure to answer any questions I had and made sure the job went smoothly."
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation
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Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation

+62

Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

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.

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.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

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.

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