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Avatar for HD Finished Carpentry LLC
HD Finished Carpentry LLC
5.0(
30
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Serving Clarks Summit, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Had HD carpentry repair my deck steps, and add a new handrail. Excellent work, decent prices, very polite. Cleanup was immaculate. I would give them 10 stars if I could. I would definitely recommend them and I look forward to calling them again."
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto

+2

Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pontius Landscape and Repair LLC
4.9(
38
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Serving Clarks Summit, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Stephen Pontius is professional, reliable and always does great work. Has done flooring, paint work, exterior refinishing and landscaping for us all affordable and impeccably done. Highly recommend."
past projects
paint
mulch
mulch
mulch

+162

Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mac The Handyman LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Clarks Summit, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He advised me as to what would be the best fit for the projects and was prompt to start them. The workmanship was adequate and I have referred him to other family members to get their projects completed."
 Bathroom remodel
 Bathroom remodel
 Bathroom remodel
 Bathroom remodel
 Bathroom remodel

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ZVL Contracting
5.0(
15
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Serving Clarks Summit, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Ivan and his amazing team at ZVL Contracting for the incredible job they did building our deck. The craftsmanship and attention to detail were absolutely outstanding, and the results exceeded all of our expectations. The entire process was seamless from start to finish?professional, efficient, and stress-free. Ivan and his crew truly went above and beyond to bring our vision to life. Now we have a beautiful deck that?s perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and making memories as a family. We?re all so happy and grateful for the exceptional work you did. Thank you for turning our dream project into a reality!"
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S&S Painting & Construction
4.5(
14
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Serving Clarks Summit, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"The best investment I made required my home exterior to be painted at a good price, and John and S&S provided assistance in a timely manner."
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel

+30

Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Accurate measurements, sturdy materials, and seamless integration with other structures.

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

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