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Bruce Merlino
4.3(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Greencastle, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had been in a renovation nightmare with other contractors, but Bruce took over as my project manager and handled everything for us. He did quality work on our home and we were very pleased with the end result. Very professional, dependable, hard working, and delivered top notch work to our large scale renovation. I would highly recommend him for any project you may be looking to do."
Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Fence Spring 2014
Fence Spring 2014

+11

Response time2 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Conrad Homes, Inc.
4.9(
25
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Greencastle, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I just had a sunporch replaced. Everyone was very nice and responsive. I'm happy with the work. The only suggestion I would have would be to ask about pet(s) in the house hold. Not every product is suitable for pets."
Kitchen View
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+79

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Economic Innovations LLc
5.0(
7
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Greencastle, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The pro was very communicative, able to adapt to my schedule and provided the exact work requested in a timely professional manner. It was very humid the day of install and they made a return trip to make sure everything dried and sealed appropriately."
Full restoration
Full restoration
Full restoration
Full restoration
Full restoration

+3

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Millstone Co
2.3(
3
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Greencastle, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Matt and Laura at Millstone had great ideas for my renovation. Their team did excellent work and did it all with professionalism and courtesy. I will definitely call Millstone for my next project."
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Flood Crew LLC
4.6(
40
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Greencastle, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went wonderful with the contractor. They were great to work with and helped us navigate a very troublesome insurance company. They drove from northern Virginia to silver spring to do the work as well, not any easy task and a long commute in traffic. They were just great."
After carpets were cleaned.
Before and after of Medallion
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Apartment carpet cleaning
Drying bathroom wood subfloor from kitchen using indirect control heat, controlled by thermostat we set in place

+57

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Mario Construction Services LLC
4.9(
18
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Greencastle, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mario, who is their senior project manager and his team were extremely courteous and responsive. These guys are real professionals and in the end, I was really satisfied with the work and services they provided. I will hire them over and over, and definitely will recommend them. Thank you so much Hugo Carpet Services!!"
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Additional Photos

+29

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Portillo's General Service
4.8(
49
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Greencastle, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project went well. Rene and his team were able to get things done in a high quality manner and also in a timely manner. He was also helpful in helping me find additional contractors to do other work in my home. I will definitely use him again."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+50

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, 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.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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.

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.

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