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Avatar for HD Finished Carpentry LLC
HD Finished Carpentry LLC
5.0(
31
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Milton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

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 rate89%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.8(
484
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Milton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The Dutch lap siding that was installed made our house new again. We couldnâ t be happier with how it turned out. Tri the project manager walked through and explained everything with us. The crew did a great job with the install. Very satisfied with the service provided."
Asphalt Roofing
Asphalt Roofing
Asphalt Roofing
Asphalt Roofing
Asphalt Roofing

+24

690 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Hoosier Construction
4.7(
26
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Carpentry Framing - RepairArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+9 more

Serving Milton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Paul installed tile in the backsplash area above my kitchen countertops as the final step in a kitchen remodel project. He did a wonderful job! His bid was more than fair. He completed the job on schedule, and we are well pleased with the results. Very professional and trustworthy. I would definitely use them as a contractor again. Craig S."
Response time3 days
Response rate88%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mitchell's Homestead Construction Co.
4.8(
12
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+6 more

Serving Milton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My husband and I were so pleased. His finished product was phenomenal! He is very knowledgeable and was able to fix unforeseen structural issues uncovered in the demo. He has careful attention to detail, is conscientious and timely. We can't wait to show off our beautiful kitchen to everyone! He is highly recommended."
Farmhouse Bathroom
Antique Dresser Vanity
Antique Barn Shutter Closet Door
Classic White Subway Tile
Farmhouse Bathroom

+28

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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John's Small Jobs Services
4.5(
20
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Milton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The handyman arrived on time and was polite and friendly. They went to work immediately and determined what needed to be done and fixed the problem. They didn’t waste time completing the two jobs and I was pleased with both. The cost was reasonable and I would call this service again if a need arises!"
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+43

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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WHL CONSTRUCTION
4.3(
16
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Closet - Build

Serving Milton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were absolutely amazing to work with. Our house is 118 years old and they hadn't been updated since the 70s. They treated my home like their own. I am beyond happy with the end result"
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+24

Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
JJS Custom Carpentry
5.0(
1
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Milton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At JJS Custom Carpentry, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time40 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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.

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. 

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.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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