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Home Genius Exteriors
4.4(
136
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Chicora, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My wife and I were very pleased with the job that Home genius did with the hardy board on our house. Hunter was a great project manager, and the two workers he had here worked very hard each and every day we are very pleased with the results of the project and think our house looks great. Hunter was very easy very easy to get a hold of and was always responsive to our needs. We would highly recommend using Home Genius and Hunter as your project manager."
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation

+52

Response time3 days
2127 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by34%of homeowners
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A Cerminara Construction
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Chicora, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I couldn’t be happier with the work they did on my concrete patio and custom railings. From start to finish, the entire process was professional, organized, and stress-free. The crew paid close attention to every detail, and the quality of their craftsmanship really shows. The patio turned out exactly how I envisioned it, and the custom railings were built and installed perfectly. They look fantastic and really add to the overall appearance of the space. They were punctual, communicated well throughout the project, and left everything clean when they were finished. If you’re looking for a company that takes pride in their work and delivers outstanding results, I highly recommend them. I would absolutely hire them again for future projects!"
Concrete sidewalk
Concrete sidewalk
Concrete sidewalk
Concrete sidewalk
Concrete sidewalk

+19

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Best Paint & Pressure Washing, LLC
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Chicora, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to Best Paint & Pressure Washing! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

Response time4 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Jackson Development Services llc
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Chicora, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hello, I’m Jack. I’m here to serve my community and raise my family. I’m a licensed and insured home improvement contractor with a dynamic skill set (a Jack of all trades, although a master of none, I’m still better than a master of one!). I’m clean, punctual, and all-around very professional.\n\n

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J&L Wood Working
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Chicora, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Jae Manns Cleanout services
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Chicora, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

I’m a dependable handyman and home-improvement professional with several years of hands-on experience helping homeowners repair, improve, and maintain their properties. I handle projects such as flooring, tile, drywall, painting, minor plumbing repairs, fixture installation, trim work, general repairs, and property clean up. I’m based in New Castle, PA and can travel throughout the surrounding area for the right job. I take pride in showing up, communicating clearly, keeping a clean work area, and doing the job the right way instead of rushing through it. Whether it’s a small repair or part of a larger renovation, my goal is to give every customer quality work, respect for their home, and results they can feel good about.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

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