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Avatar for Hepp Landscaping
Hepp Landscaping
4.9(
74
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Serving Emsworth, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hepp Landscaping did and excellent job. The task was completed swiftly and with quality results. They are definitely my top choice for future landscaping needs. Thanks guys."
Response time1 day
136 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Munion Kitchen Cabinets, LLC
4.9(
34
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Serving Emsworth, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Jim, Anthony, and Nicole did an outstanding job resurfacing our kitchen cabinets. Everyone thinks we replaced them because of how professionally Munion Cabinets performed the resurfacing. They also did an outstanding job installing a ceramic tile floor in our powder room as well as panel flooring in the laundry room. I highly recommend Munion Cabinets for any type of remodeling work. They are professional and honest and very easy to work with."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Deck Innovations
5.0(
8
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Serving Emsworth, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"HIGHLY RECCOMEND. From the first conversation and throughout the following processes of estimates and permitting, all the way to the end of the actual build, Deck Innovation's exceeded our expectations. Michael and team were everything we were looking for and more: genuine, honest, communicative, professional, thorough and just flat-out down to earth and pleasant humans. The quality, attention to detail and authentic devotion to their craft make recommending Deck Innovations to ANYONE in the greater Pittsburgh area an absolute no-brainer. If you are anywhere in the Sewickley, Wexford, Cranberry, Greater-Pitt area and are considering a deck do your future self a favor and give Michael from Deck Innovations a call."
New LVP flooring installed
New Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring
Old Linoleum Flooring (Before)
Bedroom Remodel
Old Bedroom paint

+1

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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NGI Elite Construction, LLC
4.5(
43
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Serving Emsworth, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hires NGI Elite to build me a deck with a roof over it. Tito, George and the remainder of the NGI Elite team were very friendly and kept in close communication with their plans for the project as it continued, recommended minor adjustments to the plan as we went along which helped and they cleaned up the site upon finishing. They let me know ahead of time when they d need to get in the house to complete necessary project work and cleaned up after themselves. Have recommended them to coworkers and would recommend them to family/friends as well. Very satisfied with the quality of work."
Treated Lumber Deck
Veka Vinyl Deck
Decorative Retaining Wall
Double Picture Frame & Top Rail
Treated Lumber Deck W/Privacy Fence

+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TrokStar Construction LLC
5.0(
26
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Serving Emsworth, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent ‐ I currently live in a house that TrokStar Construction completely gutted and rebuilt. Neighbors often will stop by saying they can't believe it's the same house. The interior came out stunning ‐ I especially enjoy the modern kitchen and bathroom. The highlight though is probably the handed crafted fireplace mantle and frame. I would highly recommend TrokStar for any construction project, big or small."
Chicken Coop
Castle Shannon Kitchen and Bathrooms
Carrick Bathroom Flip
Kitchens and Bathrooms
Flooring and Carpentry

+150

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Crown Handyman
5.0(
7
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Serving Emsworth, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Crown was Great gave me excellent advice to keep the current door I have no need to purchase a new door and install it would have cost 1,100 to 1,500 for me and I didn't have that type of budget. He fixed re-aligned the current door to stop the draft put weather stripping and new seal jams and changed locks and knobs for less than $300. Hire Mr. Crown he is Honest and fair and does great work"
What a mess!
Custom Window Install
Light and Functional
French doors and Garden Window
Tiled Stairs

+58

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.2(
105
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Serving Emsworth, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am extremely pleased with the project. The crew was timely and professional. The outcome was awesome. My home looks beautiful. The crew even left the area cleaner than they found it."
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation

+52

Response time3 days
1639 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by47%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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.

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.

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

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