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Updates By Nate LLC

4.96(
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Updates By Nate LLC

4.96(
445
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

Contact Nate today for a free estimate or any questions you might have: (704) 401-4445 [email protected] ***2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 , 2019 SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER!!! With over 20 years of experience, Updates By Nate is punctual, dependable and professional. Updates By Nate is Licensed and insured, with many years in both the construction industry and customer service- the customer’s satisfaction is always a top priority. Always on time, Nate gets the job done right and leaves the job site spotless. Nate will travel to your location and give a fair and honest estimate on whatever project you have. Most work is charged by the job, not the hour, so you can be sure you are getting the best service for your buck. Nate takes great pride in his work, and he guarantees you’ll be satisfied as well. Servicing: Allegheny County, Beaver County, Butler County, Lawrence County, Mercer County Aliquippa PA 15001 Beaver Falls PA 15010 Butler PA 16001 Chippewa Township PA 15010 Cranberry Township PA 16066 Darlington PA 16115 Ellwood City PA 16117 Enon Valley PA 16120 Grove City PA 16127 Harmony PA 16037 Hermitage PA 16148 Mars PA 16046 Monaca PA 15061 Mercer PA 16137 New Castle PA 16101 Portersville PA 16051 Sewickley PA 15143 Slippery Rock PA 16057 Wexford PA 15090 Zelienople PA 16063 PA HIC# PA188729

"Outstanding in every way from communication to timeliness to thoroughness. Highly recommend."

Bob S on September 2025

Contact Nate today for a free estimate or any questions you might have: (704) 401-4445 [email protected] ***2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 , 2019 SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER!!! With over 20 years of experience, Updates By Nate is punctual, dependable and professional. Updates By Nate is Licensed and insured, with many years in both the construction industry and customer service- the customer’s satisfaction is always a top priority. Always on time, Nate gets the job done right and leaves the job site spotless. Nate will travel to your location and give a fair and honest estimate on whatever project you have. Most work is charged by the job, not the hour, so you can be sure you are getting the best service for your buck. Nate takes great pride in his work, and he guarantees you’ll be satisfied as well. Servicing: Allegheny County, Beaver County, Butler County, Lawrence County, Mercer County Aliquippa PA 15001 Beaver Falls PA 15010 Butler PA 16001 Chippewa Township PA 15010 Cranberry Township PA 16066 Darlington PA 16115 Ellwood City PA 16117 Enon Valley PA 16120 Grove City PA 16127 Harmony PA 16037 Hermitage PA 16148 Mars PA 16046 Monaca PA 15061 Mercer PA 16137 New Castle PA 16101 Portersville PA 16051 Sewickley PA 15143 Slippery Rock PA 16057 Wexford PA 15090 Zelienople PA 16063 PA HIC# PA188729

"Outstanding in every way from communication to timeliness to thoroughness. Highly recommend."

Bob S on September 2025


Spark and Hammer Services

4.92(
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Spark and Hammer Services

4.92(
33
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Best Electric Services LLC has been in business since 2015 with over 25 years of experience! We specialize in all your home improvement and commercial electrical needs, and guarantee you a job well done! All the way from electrical switches outlets & fixtures, to electrical panel upgrades, we are your guys! We strive to exceed the homeowners expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way YOU want it. We work in a timely fashion, and always pay attention to detail. Proudly Serving West Middlesex & surrounding areas. Free estimates. Call today!

"I had them install under counter lights on n my kitchen. They did a Fantastic Job! It’s exactly what I wanted. They were courteous, friendly and very professional. I highly recommend them!"

Barb C on November 2025

Best Electric Services LLC has been in business since 2015 with over 25 years of experience! We specialize in all your home improvement and commercial electrical needs, and guarantee you a job well done! All the way from electrical switches outlets & fixtures, to electrical panel upgrades, we are your guys! We strive to exceed the homeowners expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way YOU want it. We work in a timely fashion, and always pay attention to detail. Proudly Serving West Middlesex & surrounding areas. Free estimates. Call today!

"I had them install under counter lights on n my kitchen. They did a Fantastic Job! It’s exactly what I wanted. They were courteous, friendly and very professional. I highly recommend them!"

Barb C on November 2025


Sky Wood & Tile Flooring

4.77(
105
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Sky Wood & Tile Flooring

4.77(
105
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

At Skywood & Tile Flooring, Inc., we pride ourselves in attention to detail and never leave until you are happy! We have been making customers happy for 17 years installing beautiful ceramic tile and hardwood floors. Call us for your free estimate today. We do not work on bathrooms but are happy to provide all of your other tile and flooring needs. Please only inquire if you have the materials. ***Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese and English***

"I hired Luiz to remove kitchen cabinets, dishwasher, cooktop, oven and lift hardwood flooring. He then reinstalled the cabinets and appliances. Ceramic tile was installed to perfection. He also repaired some walls and painted the ceiling. Looks great! Easy to work with, very professional and fair market value pricing too. Iâ  m recommending him to my family!"

Jonathan G on August 2024

At Skywood & Tile Flooring, Inc., we pride ourselves in attention to detail and never leave until you are happy! We have been making customers happy for 17 years installing beautiful ceramic tile and hardwood floors. Call us for your free estimate today. We do not work on bathrooms but are happy to provide all of your other tile and flooring needs. Please only inquire if you have the materials. ***Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese and English***

"I hired Luiz to remove kitchen cabinets, dishwasher, cooktop, oven and lift hardwood flooring. He then reinstalled the cabinets and appliances. Ceramic tile was installed to perfection. He also repaired some walls and painted the ceiling. Looks great! Easy to work with, very professional and fair market value pricing too. Iâ  m recommending him to my family!"

Jonathan G on August 2024


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Brody's Services

5.00(
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Brody's Services

5.00(
12
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
18 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Brody’s services llc is super reliable, great communicating, punctual, EXCELLENT WARRANTIES WITH A PRICE HARD TO BEAT CO. We are a custom bath and shower remodel company. Locally ran with care and empathy for all of our customers. When you do business with Brody’s Services, LLC. – you’re family! Brody is the CEO & Founder of Brody’s Services, LLC, a reputable home improvement company specializing in shower installations and a range of other renovation projects. With over 12 years of industry experience, Brody brings a wealth of expertise in bathroom remodeling, excavating, swimming pool construction, and deck building to his role. Brody’s Services, LLC goes beyond shower installations to encompass a comprehensive range of home improvement projects aimed at enhancing property value and accessibility. His portfolio includes plumbing services, pool excavation, and the installation of accessible showers, tubs, and stairlifts.

"Absolutely outstanding work and with a great price highly recommended "

William D on November 2025

Brody’s services llc is super reliable, great communicating, punctual, EXCELLENT WARRANTIES WITH A PRICE HARD TO BEAT CO. We are a custom bath and shower remodel company. Locally ran with care and empathy for all of our customers. When you do business with Brody’s Services, LLC. – you’re family! Brody is the CEO & Founder of Brody’s Services, LLC, a reputable home improvement company specializing in shower installations and a range of other renovation projects. With over 12 years of industry experience, Brody brings a wealth of expertise in bathroom remodeling, excavating, swimming pool construction, and deck building to his role. Brody’s Services, LLC goes beyond shower installations to encompass a comprehensive range of home improvement projects aimed at enhancing property value and accessibility. His portfolio includes plumbing services, pool excavation, and the installation of accessible showers, tubs, and stairlifts.

"Absolutely outstanding work and with a great price highly recommended "

William D on November 2025


"Great job professional "

Marlynn G on December 2025

I’ve been in construction for 25 years retired from every day job and experience and work ethic is strong

"Great job professional "

Marlynn G on December 2025


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J&N Contracting LLC

5.00(
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J&N Contracting LLC

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At J&N Contracting LLC we are a general contracting company that specialize in residential and commercial construction from small to large projects, with the means and capability to produce a very wide range of services that make us rather unique from other contractors. Our team offers the up most quality and craftsmanship in their work accompanied with the professional manner it is completed in from start to finish.

"Solid, professional work by a great crew. They've earned my highest recommendation. When my next construction project comes along, I'm calling J&N."

Wayne S on February 2025

At J&N Contracting LLC we are a general contracting company that specialize in residential and commercial construction from small to large projects, with the means and capability to produce a very wide range of services that make us rather unique from other contractors. Our team offers the up most quality and craftsmanship in their work accompanied with the professional manner it is completed in from start to finish.

"Solid, professional work by a great crew. They've earned my highest recommendation. When my next construction project comes along, I'm calling J&N."

Wayne S on February 2025


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Schultheis-Meglio Contracting LLC

5.00(
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Schultheis-Meglio Contracting LLC

5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Schultheis-Meglio Contracting LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. We have been in the trade since 2016 and have opened our own company in October 2021. Our accurate knowledge of our trade combined with our ability to make whatever the customer wants a reality is what makes us true professionals. We have over 10 combined years of professional experience and we take pride in your time and home. Above all, we are watchful of the interests of our customers and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I highly recommend Matt and Will. They came quickly to give a quote, knew exactly what needed to be done for the job, used high quality materials and were truly fairly priced. Workmanship was very high quality (their install will outlast the rest of the house, likely!) and Matt was very communicative on the important stuff. They are genuinely nice guys as well. True 5 star rating."

Courtland L on March 2023

Schultheis-Meglio Contracting LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. We have been in the trade since 2016 and have opened our own company in October 2021. Our accurate knowledge of our trade combined with our ability to make whatever the customer wants a reality is what makes us true professionals. We have over 10 combined years of professional experience and we take pride in your time and home. Above all, we are watchful of the interests of our customers and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I highly recommend Matt and Will. They came quickly to give a quote, knew exactly what needed to be done for the job, used high quality materials and were truly fairly priced. Workmanship was very high quality (their install will outlast the rest of the house, likely!) and Matt was very communicative on the important stuff. They are genuinely nice guys as well. True 5 star rating."

Courtland L on March 2023


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NWS Contracting LLC

5.00(
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NWS Contracting LLC

5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to NWS Contracting LLC, proudly servicing Rochester and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed. We offer a variety of services ranging from drywall, flooring, painting, cabinetry, interior remodeling, and more!

"Nick and Cole did an incredible job transforming my dry storage space in the basement into a beautiful and functional office! From start to finish, they were both professional, efficient, and friendly. Their attention to detail and craftsmanship truly exceeded my expectations. I could not be happier with the results and highly recommend them for any renovation project!"

Anneila G on February 2025

Welcome to NWS Contracting LLC, proudly servicing Rochester and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed. We offer a variety of services ranging from drywall, flooring, painting, cabinetry, interior remodeling, and more!

"Nick and Cole did an incredible job transforming my dry storage space in the basement into a beautiful and functional office! From start to finish, they were both professional, efficient, and friendly. Their attention to detail and craftsmanship truly exceeded my expectations. I could not be happier with the results and highly recommend them for any renovation project!"

Anneila G on February 2025


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PC Roofing & Construction LLC

4.83(
6
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PC Roofing & Construction LLC

4.83(
6
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

PC Roofing & Construction LLC provides reliable roofing services in Cranberry Twp, PA and the surrounding areas. Don't hesitate to contact us now! Roofing, Construction, Framing, Drywall, Deck, Flooring, Painting Bradford Woods Borough PA; Economy Borough PA; Baden Borough PA; New Sewickley Township PA; Seven Fields Borough PA; Roofing Service, Roofing Contractor, House Remodeling, Reliable Roofing, Affordable Roofing Company http://roofingcranberrytwp.com/

"From the initial estimate and quote to the actual execution of the work, Pedro and his team did a fantastic job. They were diligent, consistently on time, accommodating of our requests, and completed the basement finishing—approximately 700 sq ft—in just three weeks. We couldn’t believe the pace of their work. The quality was excellent. Keep up the great work, Pedro!"

Shailesh O on October 2025

PC Roofing & Construction LLC provides reliable roofing services in Cranberry Twp, PA and the surrounding areas. Don't hesitate to contact us now! Roofing, Construction, Framing, Drywall, Deck, Flooring, Painting Bradford Woods Borough PA; Economy Borough PA; Baden Borough PA; New Sewickley Township PA; Seven Fields Borough PA; Roofing Service, Roofing Contractor, House Remodeling, Reliable Roofing, Affordable Roofing Company http://roofingcranberrytwp.com/

"From the initial estimate and quote to the actual execution of the work, Pedro and his team did a fantastic job. They were diligent, consistently on time, accommodating of our requests, and completed the basement finishing—approximately 700 sq ft—in just three weeks. We couldn’t believe the pace of their work. The quality was excellent. Keep up the great work, Pedro!"

Shailesh O on October 2025


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DSC Don Service Construction

4.80(
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DSC Don Service Construction

4.80(
5
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, 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!

"The outcome was great! We love the new basement. There were a few minor glitches along the way and the job took a few weeks longer than was expected. Nothing that isn't expected with a major remodel project, however. The staff and construction crew were great! They were easy to communicate with, very responsive with any questions and quick to offer solutions to any concerns. I would rehire them and have referred them to others looking to complete remodel projects, but always let them know the project might take a bit longer than expected."

Lisa Z on June 2025

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, 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!

"The outcome was great! We love the new basement. There were a few minor glitches along the way and the job took a few weeks longer than was expected. Nothing that isn't expected with a major remodel project, however. The staff and construction crew were great! They were easy to communicate with, very responsive with any questions and quick to offer solutions to any concerns. I would rehire them and have referred them to others looking to complete remodel projects, but always let them know the project might take a bit longer than expected."

Lisa Z on June 2025

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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. 

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

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