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HD Finished Carpentry LLC
5.0(
31
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Serving Jackson Township, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Had HD carpentry repair my deck steps, and add a new handrail. Excellent work, decent prices, very polite. Cleanup was immaculate. I would give them 10 stars if I could. I would definitely recommend them and I look forward to calling them again."
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto

+2

Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ZVL Contracting
4.8(
18
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Serving Jackson Township, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He is the greatest guy he explained every little thing and there was no problems I would give him 10 Stars if I could and my name is David Woodbridge anybody can email me Woody [email protected] and I could guarantee you because the best work I ever saw a long time ago I'm old in handicap he cares about every little thing and I should do that for a living on the side he does it for a living and he is one of the best I ever saw I would never hire anybody else but him and I'm going to hire him again probably about three more times I don't know how to upload my picture sorry but it is beautiful"
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck

+3

Response time12 hrs
Response rate97%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S&S Painting & Construction
4.4(
17
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Serving Jackson Township, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

"Very professional job stairs were done to code I was also impressed with their solution for a post coming down in a parking lot. They put it at an angle into the building with a go plate at the bottom, anchoring it in my hand fence came out gorgeous. They were timely and very clean about the job I appreciate their work. The job was well done."
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel

+30

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

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