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JVML LLC
5.0(
30
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Closet - Build

Serving Clifton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

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"Veronica and Victor were great to work with. They have replaced my deck in 3 days and it looks gorgeous. I walked out on it so many times just to appreciate how great it looks. Victor and his workers were very professional and detail oriented. I look forward to having them work on other projects in the future."
Deck
Living room
Deck
FIREPLACE
Deck

+407

Response time40 mins
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by48%of homeowners
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ZVL Contracting
4.8(
18
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Clifton, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am very pleased with the replacement of my deck. The work they did was exceptional. The guys were courteous and were able to complete the job in a timely manner. I would recommend them for any job you have. Thank you Sandra"
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck

+3

Response time12 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ideal Home Handyman
5.0(
7
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Clifton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Toye was a real lifesaver. He showed up right when he said and he was easy to contact about scheduling and other questions. I needed some weird problems solved at the house I just bought and everything was expertly done! Dan's rate was very fair and I already have plans for him to do more work soon!"
Under stairs shelves in a garage
Handymen Project
Remodeling - General Project
Garage storage shelves with nook for trash cans.
Handymen Project

+13

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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S&S Painting & Construction
4.3(
15
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Closet - Build

Serving Clifton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"Very professional job stairs were done to code I was also impressed with their solution for a post coming down in a parking lot. They put it at an angle into the building with a go plate at the bottom, anchoring it in my hand fence came out gorgeous. They were timely and very clean about the job I appreciate their work. The job was well done."
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel

+30

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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 cost to frame a 2,000-square-foot house can fall anywhere between $14,000 and $32,000. This price can increase or decrease depending on what type of framing you choose, the quality of the materials, the project's complexity, and whether you decide to hire a professional to do the job.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

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