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RCL Home Service
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Mercer, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"Fence repair is still in limbo pending fencing parts ordered but pending delivery yet. Chuck did an Awesome job on my back deck repair and looks GREAT! He removed all the broken posts and panels in order to clear out my and my neighbors job...Very impressed with his work so far and keeps in touch with any details so as a Customer not in the Dark. RCL is a down to earth business that gets the job done and Fair prices that are written down on an invoice NOT texted via email or thru chit chat...I give 5 star's to Chuck and RCL Handyman Services in my book. You won't be disappointed!"
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.2(
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Mercer, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"My wife and I were very pleased with the job that Home genius did with the hardy board on our house. Hunter was a great project manager, and the two workers he had here worked very hard each and every day we are very pleased with the results of the project and think our house looks great. Hunter was very easy very easy to get a hold of and was always responsive to our needs. We would highly recommend using Home Genius and Hunter as your project manager."
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation

+52

Response time3 days
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Recommended by47%of homeowners
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Best Paint & Pressure Washing, LLC
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Mercer, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to Best Paint & Pressure Washing! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

Response time4 days
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Hammer & Hammer LLC
New to Angi
Exterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Mercer, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

HAMMER & HAMMER MAINTENANCE SERVICES\n\nYour trusted partner for home and business maintenance, with over 25 years of experience in the field.\n\nWe are fully insured, provided protection for every project undertaken. We stand behind our work. From minor repairs to major maintenance, we ensure the job is done right the first time.\n\nWe respect your schedule. We show up on time and complete the work efficiently without compromising quality.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

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.

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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