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"Melvin and his crew installed a new front door for me. They were efficient, thorough, and professional. They encountered some issues with the materials that were completely outside of their control, yet they found a way to overcome the challenges and the installation came out perfectly. We were extremely impressed with everything about them. We plan to use them for our next project coming up in the spring. Highly recommend!"

Nina R on December 2024

We are a small family owned business that values integrity and quality and a great customer experience

"Melvin and his crew installed a new front door for me. They were efficient, thorough, and professional. They encountered some issues with the materials that were completely outside of their control, yet they found a way to overcome the challenges and the installation came out perfectly. We were extremely impressed with everything about them. We plan to use them for our next project coming up in the spring. Highly recommend!"

Nina R on December 2024


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Roof Recovery

181 Race Street
4.81(
34
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•Approved Pro

Roof Recovery

181 Race Street
4.81(
34
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Roof Recovery LLC is a single member LLC committed to giving the customer quality work at fair price. My name is Tom and I have been roofing for 27 years. After working for many different companies I decided to start my own LLC who is dedicated to honesty and integrity. I keep it simple. No salesman, no sub contractors. I will not try and sell you something you don't need. A small crew and little overhead means better rates for my clients. Same material, same warranties as the big guys. After being in the trade for decades I've seen so many people get taken advantage of by huge roofing outfits. Stick with an honest contractor who is here to help you. I realize a new roof is a big investment and try my best to be as fair as possible and still be profitable. Small job? I make time for every job and WILL RETURN YOUR CALL! Hire a straight shooter. You and your wallet wont regret it. That's my guarantee. See what my clients are saying . www.roofrecoveryllc.com 484.374.2557

"They were great and easy to work with"

Peyton S on January 2025

Roof Recovery LLC is a single member LLC committed to giving the customer quality work at fair price. My name is Tom and I have been roofing for 27 years. After working for many different companies I decided to start my own LLC who is dedicated to honesty and integrity. I keep it simple. No salesman, no sub contractors. I will not try and sell you something you don't need. A small crew and little overhead means better rates for my clients. Same material, same warranties as the big guys. After being in the trade for decades I've seen so many people get taken advantage of by huge roofing outfits. Stick with an honest contractor who is here to help you. I realize a new roof is a big investment and try my best to be as fair as possible and still be profitable. Small job? I make time for every job and WILL RETURN YOUR CALL! Hire a straight shooter. You and your wallet wont regret it. That's my guarantee. See what my clients are saying . www.roofrecoveryllc.com 484.374.2557

"They were great and easy to work with"

Peyton S on January 2025


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Sokolowski Construction

1012 East Schuylkill Rd
5.00(
26
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•Approved Pro

Sokolowski Construction

1012 East Schuylkill Rd
5.00(
26
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
25 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in bathrooms, basements, kitchen remodels, and painting but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other services. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"We contracted Sokolowski Construction to finish our basement, rework our master bathroom, and build our greenhouse, and at this point we have to say that Steve Sokolowski is by far the best contractor we've ever met. He has incredible attention to detail and always finds a way to get the job done. He communicated with us regularly and approached every challenge with a great attitude. Mike was also extremely helpful and provided many creative ideas and solutions. If you're looking for someone to go above and beyond, Sokolowski Construction is THE BEST!"

William R on July 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in bathrooms, basements, kitchen remodels, and painting but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other services. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"We contracted Sokolowski Construction to finish our basement, rework our master bathroom, and build our greenhouse, and at this point we have to say that Steve Sokolowski is by far the best contractor we've ever met. He has incredible attention to detail and always finds a way to get the job done. He communicated with us regularly and approached every challenge with a great attitude. Mike was also extremely helpful and provided many creative ideas and solutions. If you're looking for someone to go above and beyond, Sokolowski Construction is THE BEST!"

William R on July 2025


SHC Contracting

27 W Washington St
4.36(
7
)
•Approved Pro

SHC Contracting

27 W Washington St
4.36(
7
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

SHC Contracting is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 15 years of hands on experience of engineering unique solutions to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. If you are handy and just not sure where to start, we also provide consulting services. Please feel free to contact us today! Call us directly for a faster response.

"He finished the roof but did not tell me about the error in his workmanship. He did not finish the whole work. Update 12/22/2021: He finished the roof and said he fixed the problem, he showed me how he was to complete the repairs and after it was complete the work was not done in the manner he said he would do it. A new problem was noticed with the shingles and they are overhanging on a peak of the roof and are not attached and will blow off with high winds. The second part of the job, to put two sides on the shed was not done properly, he is charging me to come out to fix it, which is ridiculous, that is why contractors put that in their estimates. He was going to come out on a Saturday but change to Friday since it was going to rain on Saturday, when he called me and by the time he arrived on the job site it would be dark, I told him I did not want him to work in the dark with a flashlight. he keeps giving me excuses on why he cannot come out on certain days for personal reasons. The job should have been completed in October, except for his constant excuses for not being able to come out. If the problems are not resolved by the end of the year I will escalate this by other means."

David W on November 2021

SHC Contracting is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 15 years of hands on experience of engineering unique solutions to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. If you are handy and just not sure where to start, we also provide consulting services. Please feel free to contact us today! Call us directly for a faster response.

"He finished the roof but did not tell me about the error in his workmanship. He did not finish the whole work. Update 12/22/2021: He finished the roof and said he fixed the problem, he showed me how he was to complete the repairs and after it was complete the work was not done in the manner he said he would do it. A new problem was noticed with the shingles and they are overhanging on a peak of the roof and are not attached and will blow off with high winds. The second part of the job, to put two sides on the shed was not done properly, he is charging me to come out to fix it, which is ridiculous, that is why contractors put that in their estimates. He was going to come out on a Saturday but change to Friday since it was going to rain on Saturday, when he called me and by the time he arrived on the job site it would be dark, I told him I did not want him to work in the dark with a flashlight. he keeps giving me excuses on why he cannot come out on certain days for personal reasons. The job should have been completed in October, except for his constant excuses for not being able to come out. If the problems are not resolved by the end of the year I will escalate this by other means."

David W on November 2021


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Griffin's Service All Exterior

126 Cacoosing Avenue
4.84(
37
)
•Approved Pro

Griffin's Service All Exterior

126 Cacoosing Avenue
4.84(
37
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

Griffin's Service All Exterior, is committed to excellence in every aspect of business and most importantly a customer experience that you will not soon forget. 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. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"X"

Susan P on July 2024

Griffin's Service All Exterior, is committed to excellence in every aspect of business and most importantly a customer experience that you will not soon forget. 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. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"X"

Susan P on July 2024


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Fisher's Enterprise, LLC

622 Farmersville Road
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro

Fisher's Enterprise, LLC

622 Farmersville Road
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Welcome to Fisher's Backyard Structures. We proudly provide the highest quality of service and Amish craftsmanship for each aspect of your project. Our depth of knowledge and experience solidify our belief that customer service stands as the highest priority. We eagerly look forward to working with you and making your vision a reality. Give us a call, Text or email today, and let us get started!

"N/A"

Michael S on November 2019

Welcome to Fisher's Backyard Structures. We proudly provide the highest quality of service and Amish craftsmanship for each aspect of your project. Our depth of knowledge and experience solidify our belief that customer service stands as the highest priority. We eagerly look forward to working with you and making your vision a reality. Give us a call, Text or email today, and let us get started!

"N/A"

Michael S on November 2019


Angle's Custom Handyman Services

284 N Galen Hall Road
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro

Angle's Custom Handyman Services

284 N Galen Hall Road
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Angle's Custom Handyman Services 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. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They did a great job. Showed up early, kept me informed and completed the job as scheduled."

Destination L on May 2023

Angle's Custom Handyman Services 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. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They did a great job. Showed up early, kept me informed and completed the job as scheduled."

Destination L on May 2023


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Born Construction, LLC

260 Limekiln Rd
4.88(
4
)
•Approved Pro

Born Construction, LLC

260 Limekiln Rd
4.88(
4
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Traditional carpentry and modern methodology. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job.

"Andrew was very professional and quick with my requested service. In fact, he came the very next day upon advertising for service assistance. A good and prompt service."

Larry L on January 2022

Traditional carpentry and modern methodology. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job.

"Andrew was very professional and quick with my requested service. In fact, he came the very next day upon advertising for service assistance. A good and prompt service."

Larry L on January 2022


Bailey's Welding & Mechanical

2308 Van Reed Rd
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro

Bailey's Welding & Mechanical

2308 Van Reed Rd
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Bailey's Welding & Mechanical 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. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"he will do whatever is necessary to make sure you are happy with the work he has done."

Tony W on January 2020

Bailey's Welding & Mechanical 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. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"he will do whatever is necessary to make sure you are happy with the work he has done."

Tony W on January 2020


Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

P.O. Box 467
4.56(
54
)
•Approved Pro

Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

P.O. Box 467
4.56(
54
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
56 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024

WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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, 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. 

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.

The average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

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