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Avatar for Ace Handyman Services of South Central PA
Ace Handyman Services of South Central PA
4.6(
321
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Hummelstown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Repair went well--the man they sent was pleasant and knew what he was doing. He also answered a few questions I had about other projects while he was here. He left the work area very clean, and helped me move furniture back when he was finished. This is a bigger company with multiple workmen and an office staff, so they answer and return calls promptly, which was important to me as I had been trying to get this work done for a while. Price may be a little higher than some competitors, due to overhead--I'd gotten a lower estimate from a local one-man operation for this job, but he never showed up to do the work. I was OK with paying a little more for the increased professionalism. Would definitely use this company again."
Palmyra Kitchen
Enola Bathroom Remodel
Pressure Wash
Wall Panel Install
Storm Door Install

+1

Recommended by93%of homeowners
Blue Ridge Construction Services
4.3(
125
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Hummelstown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The ramp and mini-deck is very sturdy, and we are happy with it. They worked fast and showed up when they said they would. When they found out via my first review that I needed spindles on the sides to keep my grandchildren from falling in my little pond, they called me and offered to place them at no extra charge. Yay. They know the building codes, they follow through. I would definitely hire them again."
New deck
Trex Deck
Trex Deck
Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Out Of The Ordinary Construction LLC
4.8(
13
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+5 more

Serving Hummelstown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"OOO Construction did a superb job with our deck extension and skirting! First, they did research that helped us find the best solution for our project. Next, they showed up ready to work. This is a HARD WORKING team. Plus, the quality of the job can be seen down to the details! We love our deck and porch! Thank you, John and John!"
remodels
remodels
remodels
remodels
remodels

+6

Response time9 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Asper's Handyman Services
5.0(
4
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Hummelstown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

We specialize in pressure washing and soft washing services for exteriors of homes or businesses, sidewalks, driveways, decks, porches, patios, fences, truck trailers, parking lots, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

Door replacement
New door
New door
Old door
Additional Photos

+84

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Johnston General Contracting
4.0(
91
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Hummelstown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a rubber roof that was leaking I called John out to take a look gave me a good price for a new rubber roof he did it Same week very fast prompt good quality of work his employees are very nice very considerate they also installed me a brand new composite deck with vinyl handrails came out beautiful for summer. I’m extremely satisfied with Johnston general contracting. Definitely would recommend to my friends and family. Hire again for any future needs. Thank you…."
Garage roof tear off
Garage tear off
New garage Roof
New garage roof
Roof Coating

+101

Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Garrety Glass, Inc.
4.4(
89
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Window Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Hummelstown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Overall, very satisfied with the job. They installed new screening in our patio door. The work was completed a week before the original estimate, the price was fair, and the workmanship was great. However, it would be nice if the company would take an extra few minutes and clean the door frame. Apparently that service isn't included in the price, but most people would probably pay a few dollars extra to have the frame wiped down so they could just re-install the door. As a business owner myself, I wouldn't (and don't) turn a completed project over to the customer that he or she would then have to do additional work on. But this issue wouldn't prevent me from recommending the company."
School
old farm house windows
Modern
Elite window dealer
Big WIndow Opening

+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

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. 

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

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