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NEM Construction Group LLC
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Window Frame - RepairFurniture - Build CustomWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Forest City, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

\nNEM Construction Group LLC is a licensed and insured residential remodeling company serving the Scranton–Wilkes-Barre–Hazleton area (PA HIC Reg. #PA230115). We specialize in flooring, drywall, carpentry, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, doors and windows, painting, and demolition. We take pride in honest pricing, clear communication, and quality craftsmanship on every job — no matter the size. Contact us today for a free estimate.

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Borrell Construction Service, LLC
2.7(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Forest City, 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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Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Wilson Development Group LLC
New to Angi
Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For BusinessInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+2 more

Serving Forest City, PA and surrounding areas

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WDG offers a variety of services with years of experience. We can provide you with most home maintenance solutions and most projects whether it is a remodel or new construction. Our team will connect you with the right crew for your job. We look forward to working with you.

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Matthews & Son Construction
New to Angi
Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreFurniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+1 more

Serving Forest City, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Matthews & Son Construction LLC is a locally owned and fully insured home improvement company proudly serving Northeastern Pennsylvania. We specialize in interior and exterior remodeling, decks, porches, siding, flooring, windows, doors, painting, trim work, roofing repairs, plumbing repairs, and general handyman services.\n\nWe take pride in delivering quality craftsmanship, honest pricing, reliable service, and attention to detail on every project. Whether it’s a small home repair or a larger renovation, our goal is to provide dependable workmanship and complete customer satisfaction. No job is too small, and every customer deserves quality work done right!

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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

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.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

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