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Converge Construction, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Plum, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The front of my house has been transformed from a worn, faded, tired look to a bright, newly constructed look; and it was transformed by paint! Magnificent job! Jeff was professional, asked questions and shared his ideas about colors, etc as he was asked. This young man knows his business!"
 Stucco removal
 Old ugly Backsplash
 Lots of snow this day
 Old existing wall between kitchen and dining room
 Old water damaged bathroom

+70

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Chris Jackson's Contracting
4.7(
658
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Serving Plum, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris was recommended by a colleague who is a perfectionist. I therefore knew immediately this would be a great referral. We needed Chris to undo a badly botched wallpaper removal & paint job. A number of paint contractors had assessed this job & refused to take it on. Chris’ team acknowledged that it would be a difficult job but in the end did stunning work. Importantly, they started & completed the work in the time frame promised. He also kept to his original quote & checked daily on our satisfaction. Without a doubt the best painting work we have had done in 35 years. We would definitely hire Chris for any future projects & recommend him highly."
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Response time2 days
Response rate85%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hepp Landscaping
4.9(
74
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Serving Plum, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was not sure what I wanted to replace some old pine trees that I had removed. My land was shifting without trees. Brandon felt I needed about 30 tees to secure the land and add privacy. Brandon also removed a large unhealthy bush and created a new landscape look in the front of my house. It was a lot of work and acomplished quickly. Brandon was responsive, respectful and delivered on his promises. I am very satisfied and can't wait to watch my new trees grow. I was very impressed at the way Brandon kept me in the loop. I never had to guess when workers would show up. I had other bids that were similar in price but time frames were for the fall. Other companies were really booked. I am glad I found Hepp Landscaping and got my job done within weeks. Brandon may appear young, but he is knowledgable and professional. I can be a picky customer... but can honestly say I am happy I chose this company for my yard."
Response time1 day
136 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Aaronson Repairs & Improvements
4.8(
38
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Serving Plum, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dave Aaronson and his partner did a wonderful job extending our fence with chain link fencing. They were extremely competent and efficient. I have absolutely no complaints. I would hire them again in a minute. Excellent job!!"
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HOME EXTERIOR RENOS
HOME EXTERIOR RENOS

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Munion Kitchen Cabinets, LLC
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Serving Plum, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Jim, Anthony, and Nicole did an outstanding job resurfacing our kitchen cabinets. Everyone thinks we replaced them because of how professionally Munion Cabinets performed the resurfacing. They also did an outstanding job installing a ceramic tile floor in our powder room as well as panel flooring in the laundry room. I highly recommend Munion Cabinets for any type of remodeling work. They are professional and honest and very easy to work with."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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C&MGage Construction
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Serving Plum, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Love love love working with this team!! Affordable and fast, secure and great quality. We got a 6ft wooden privacy fence with 3 gates and had a few wonky areas that were taken care of beautifully!"
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Various Projects
Various Projects
Various Projects
Staircase Project nearly complete

+21

Response time2 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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PC Roofing & Construction LLC
4.9(
17
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Serving Plum, 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 time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by37%of homeowners
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Deck Innovations
5.0(
8
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Serving Plum, 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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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. 

Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.

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.

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.

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