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Borrell Construction Service, LLC
2.7(
38
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Meshoppen, 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
Before
Before
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+95

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Mounts R Us Corp
4.3(
31
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Meshoppen, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a really great experience with Mounts R Us Corp. The work performed in my home was done in a professional manner. I am elated with the results. I recommend Mounts R Us Corp because they are reliable professionals and also very efficient at assessing and estimating the work to be done with excellent results."
This was of Great Pride. Job wellndone
Completed step with landing
Swing set Assembled
Original State of Deck
Wiring up 4 Recessed Lighting Fixtures

+67

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

Bow windows need support because they are large and extend out from the exterior wall of the home. Bow windows may extend 1 foot to several feet from the outside of the home, so you’ll need to provide additional support to handle this weight. A window contractor will be able to provide the proper amount of support for your new bow window.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

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