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Avatar for Chris Jackson's Contracting
Chris Jackson's Contracting
4.7(
660
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Oakland, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris Jackson has done work for us twice on our 5-unit multi-family apartment building – once in December 2022, and then also in January 2023. Chris’ work is high quality – he’s a seasoned contractor, handyman and "master of the "punch list" who can handle both interior and exterior issues. His expertise includes electrical, gas stove repair, faucet repair, changing locks, repairing doors, putting in thresholds and transitions, repairing windows and screens, insulating pipes, mold remediation, putting in drywall, finishing and painting, cement work, boiler work, downspout repair, and more. On top of this, Chris is a personable fellow and cares about his customers. I’m a relatively new property owner -- Chris’ advice about property safety issues and tenant relations has been helpful. More importantly though, Chris himself is a landlord, and sees things from an owner’s point of view. Here's why this is important: When I explained there was a water-damaged hallway/stairwell repair project that needed to be done incrementally due to cash flow – Chris understood immediately, and explained how it could be done in sensible, lower-cost phases. I so appreciated his flexibility. This is a big deal, because when another vendor (not Chris) gave us an estimate for a long-list of electrical projects, he absolutely refused to break it into smaller phases. We plan to hire Chris again, we've recommended him to other owners, and are preparing our next “punch list.”"
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hepp Landscaping
4.9(
75
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oakland, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hepp Landscaping did and excellent job. The task was completed swiftly and with quality results. They are definitely my top choice for future landscaping needs. Thanks guys."
Response time1 day
137 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Munion Kitchen Cabinets, LLC
4.9(
34
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Oakland, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Munion Kitchen Cabinets is the absolute best! Jimmy, his son Anthony, and his daughter Nicole worked on our kitchen and dining room. They refaced and rebuilt all of our cabinets in our kitchen, and built from scratch an entire dining room cabinet set in our dining room. They also worked so well with our counter top company to make it as seamless as possible for us. We pretty much redid that entire side of the house (kitchen and dining room) and they could not have done a better job. The work they did was incredible. Jimmy was hands on and we felt like we could trust him. We even had a fridge delivered while they were working and he spotted a scratch on it that we didn’t see at first and we got it replaced. They also hand built a fridge “built-in” that is incredible. We feel like we are living in our dream kitchen because of the work they put in."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Deck Works LLC
4.8(
25
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oakland, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Deck Works, LLC did an excellent job for me. I needed an outdoor fence repair, and after finding them on Angie’s List, they called me right away and came out promptly to assess the project. They explained the repair clearly, and the cost was very reasonable. The work was completed exactly as promised, and I couldn’t have been happier with the results. A few days later, a tree limb fell during a storm, so I contacted them again to see if they could remove it. They came out the very next day and took care of it. I really appreciate their quick response, professionalism, and willingness to help. I would highly recommend Deck Works, LLC."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Deck Innovations
5.0(
8
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+2 more

Serving Oakland, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"HIGHLY RECCOMEND. From the first conversation and throughout the following processes of estimates and permitting, all the way to the end of the actual build, Deck Innovation's exceeded our expectations. Michael and team were everything we were looking for and more: genuine, honest, communicative, professional, thorough and just flat-out down to earth and pleasant humans. The quality, attention to detail and authentic devotion to their craft make recommending Deck Innovations to ANYONE in the greater Pittsburgh area an absolute no-brainer. If you are anywhere in the Sewickley, Wexford, Cranberry, Greater-Pitt area and are considering a deck do your future self a favor and give Michael from Deck Innovations a call."
New LVP flooring installed
New Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring
Old Linoleum Flooring (Before)
Bedroom Remodel
Old Bedroom paint

+1

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Grays Landscaping LLC
4.6(
83
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oakland, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything was great. Arrived on time and went straight to work. Polite and listened to my requests. Cut down and removed a large amount of shrubs in my backyard. Recommend this company."
Snow removal
Ivy removal
Landscaping Project
Ivy removal
Yard cleanup

+52

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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PC Roofing & Construction LLC
4.7(
18
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Closet - Build

Serving Oakland, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Was done professionally. Sent picture of the damage roof that needed fixed. Replaced the whole roof,repaired front porch repaired the rear rain gutter, faceplate was riped off from the last snow storm and the damaged shingles over bay window. Did great work used high quality shingles and ice garden. I would recommend this business for any other work I would have done..."
Roofing Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+29

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.3(
113
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Oakland, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Job included vinyl siding replacement, windows capped, new soffit, fascia, gutters and downspouts. Had some communication issues and requested someone to speak with regarding these issues. Luke was excellent. He resolved our issues to our satisfaction. House looks great"
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation

+52

Response time3 days
1707 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by43%of homeowners
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TrokStar Construction LLC
5.0(
27
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Oakland, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent ‐ I currently live in a house that TrokStar Construction completely gutted and rebuilt. Neighbors often will stop by saying they can't believe it's the same house. The interior came out stunning ‐ I especially enjoy the modern kitchen and bathroom. The highlight though is probably the handed crafted fireplace mantle and frame. I would highly recommend TrokStar for any construction project, big or small."
Chicken Coop
Castle Shannon Kitchen and Bathrooms
Carrick Bathroom Flip
Kitchens and Bathrooms
Flooring and Carpentry

+150

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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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