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Avatar for Fabiano's Construction
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(
16
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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(
31
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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

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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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