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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

"I needed some rooms in my house painted so I found John with S&S Construction. They were very easy to deal with respectful to me and my property. My house looks amazing and I will definitely tell my family and friends to use S&S."
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel

+30

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Borrell Construction Service, LLC
2.7(
38
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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"
Walk In Safety Shower
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

"I am very pleased with the hauling job done by the gentlemen who came to my apartment to remove furniture and large appliances from the premises. Chris was the lead professional who assisted me. I truly appreciate the care and speed that the men displayed to get the job done. My advice to anyone looking for a hauler is to contact this one!"
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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

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Venture REIG
4.7(
18
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Serving Cresco, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Was offered 3 options, very professional. Opted for the version that best suited our long term needs. Vey happy with results. Crew very professional, area cleaned, you would never know they were there!"
Roofing Project
Roofing Project
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Roofing Project
New Pergola, New Siding

+154

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

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