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Fabiano's Construction
4.8(
72
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Carpentry Framing - InstallArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Darby, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The work was awesome, they were on time and worked every day. They cleaned up after their day was complete and were extremely easy to work with through the process. Their workmanship is top notch. I will be using them again to build a barn and eventually to build an addition off the back of my house."
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Remodeling - General Project

+23

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Your Dream House LLC
5.0(
17
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Darby, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The serviceman was excellent. He was on time and offered a fair price. He repaired my 100 year old door that would no close properly. He was friendly and got the job done quickly with no mess. I will definitely use him again and refer him to friends!"
new partition with door
new partition with door
Door repair
Door repair
Door repair

+8

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Darrick Hill Construction Services
4.6(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Darby, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Mr. Hill was great and very professional. His prices were reasonable and the work was high quality. He worked over the weekend and got the job done in a timely manner. Very happy with his work and would recommend him highly to anyone that needs a good contractor."
Windows & Doors
Window
Barn Door
Entry door and Security door
Entry door

+22

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

Yes, using certified lumber and engineered wood products for reduced environmental impact.

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.

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

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