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S&S Painting & Construction
4.4(
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Serving Cresco, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"Promises made, promises kept. Rare to find a contractor who sets a date and keeps it on the calendar. John was super and kept the project running on-time. He took time to walk me through the process and options. Great clean up and follow through as well. It is without hesitation that I can recommend this outfit!"
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+30

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Borrell Construction Service, LLC
2.7(
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Serving Cresco, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Did a great job on both my deck and front porch. Craig is a master carpenter and I?m thankful he was on my project. Good communication with Sam the owner. Always got back to me with any concerns I had promptly. I would recommend and would also use it for any future projects. Thank you again"
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Siding and Windows
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+95

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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All Phases Contracting
4.8(
29
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Serving Cresco, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job. The job was started on time and finished on time. Clean up was complete and professional. I feel the pricing was very fair. I would give them an excellent rating and will use them again in the future."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wonderful Cleanouts
5.0(
16
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Serving Cresco, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great customer service. Called day before to make sure we were still a go. They were prompt on arriving. They did a great job cleaning everything up that we wanted out of the house. Would highly recommend!"
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+13

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NYZ Contractors, LLC
4.1(
13
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Serving Cresco, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had the pleasure of working with NYZ Contractors represented by Rishi and his team. They delivered excellent results. They were cost effective, professional, and completed the renovation on time. I was very happy with the work they had done. They are dedicated, professional, thorough, accommodating, responsive, hardworking, committed to excellence and nice! I always breathe a sigh of relief when I know I will be working with NYZ Contractors because I know that they will act as an ambassador for my interests and never let me down. The kitchen area was renovated, floors replaced, and apartment painted. New house – new life. Thank you NYZ Contractors for helping my dreams become a reality!"
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+20

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Unfinished 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.

Professionals ensure precise alignment and durability, critical for structural integrity.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

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.

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