As an independant contractor, I believe in building it right the first time. I am committed to superior quality and results. I listen to your vision and we turn those visions into reality. We can focus on restoring the past or creating the future from your own concepts. Quality construction. Honest service. Great value. WHL Construction is committed to helping you and your home to have a better relationship. Give us a call today to get a free estimate. (570) 755-1991 William Lamey, Owner
"We hired this contractor to tear down & rebuild a large deck, Felled two huge spruce trees that were a threat to our home, and added snow shields on our new steel roof which was installed by another contractor who wanted to overcharge for these. Every single member of WHL was fantastic, pleasant, and worked as a team . A very enjoyable experience! Work was beautiful & very well done."
"When we decided to redo our kitchen in April of 2012, we knew what we wanted fixed, our budget and that's about it. We started talking to contractors, kitchen design centers and researching ideas. We quickly realized we were in WAY over our heads. A lot of places offer free design services if you buy all of your materials through them. We didn't want to be tied down. We didn't want a complete tear down to the studs, either. Homemade Design to the rescue! First of all the price was an absolute steal for the service provided. Amanda and co. Listened to what we wanted and came up with inovative,functional and beautiful solutions. Our house is old. We wanted to keep that 1920s feel, but still have a dishwasher, granite countertops and stainless appliances! Amanda had the brilliant idea of only replacing the bottom cabinets. She also gave me excellent instructions on how to refinish my existing cabinets so they look like new. This was a perfect solution for US. Homemade Design gave us ideas for layout, cabinets, lighting, wall paint, appliances, furniture, countertops, backsplash, faucets, sink,and cusions for built in. She would have recommended flooring if we wanted,but we didn't. Now, Amanda is more like a consultant...( I actually called her my kitchen remodel therapist). You still are ultimately responsible for the plan and what works for you. If your measurements are off (like mine were) that's on you. I was adament about no island and no microwave over the stove and so she didn't put those in the design. Some suggestions were not my style. And I said so. Honestly, if I picked out my own kitchen it would be so safe: white subway tile or something. Amanda gave me the guts to mix patterns and create something spectacular! It took almost a year to complete ( contractors fault) We did a lot of work ourselves. We bought the cabinets, backsplash tile, light fixtures, table and banquette cusions through Homemade Design at a great discount, we checked!! If you try shopping for any part of your kitchen, the volume of choices can be overwhelming. We loved having Amanda narrow it down for us. Communication was through email, mostly. She never took longer than three business days to respond to my million questions or concerns. Awesome. 5 months later, my kitchen is a dream come true. And I owe it all to Homemade Design! "
"Don seemed to drop off the face of the earth because I have more work for him BUT he has not answered my calls. Do you know where Don's helper, Greg, is now? I know Greg received his contractor license. Greg has all the experience and he does great work. Don was more a helper and Greg did the work, which was great. Do you know where he is now??? Thanks Please advise. Thanks"
My name is Timothy Robertson I started a handyman business with the state of Pennsylvania. I work with different incomes even SSI. I do the following list of jobs. I work with all incomes and will consider payment options depending on the job size and costs. -Drywall removal and installation -Drywall patch -Paint interior and exterior -Plumbing -Tree removal/ no stump-Moving-Electric hot water heater removal & installation -mowing, weed eating, edging & mulch -brush removal -light fixtures & ceiling fan removal & installation -insulation removal & installation -structure removal -holiday decoration hanging -exterior trash can cleaning-land clean up (trash & debris removal)
Hello, my name is Sam Weber. Welcome to Whippoorwill Woodworx. At Whippoorwill Woodworx we are very prideful of our work, and love putting a smile on your face. I am a handyman, who can do a little bit of everything. I’ve been working in this industry for almost 8 years. If you want affordable quality, I’m your guy. My specialties however, are laminate flooring, tile, drywall, trim work, installing doors, windows, siding, concrete, and metal roofing. If you have any questions on if I can do a certain project, just give me a call and I’ll be sure to get back to you. I hope to hear from you! Thanks
Whether it’s a large commercial excavation project or a residential site, we specialize in providing top-notch services on every project we take on. Our skilled team is ready to tackle any challenge with precision and care, ensuring every job meets our high standards. Call or text us at (570) 529-2953
"Very nice contractor and man. He did everything we asked for and didn't nickel and dime us. He was very professional, cleaned up when he was done, and put 100 percent effort into what ever we asked. Would recommend to anyone."
Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts
Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.
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.
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.
Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.
Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.
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