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Born Construction, LLC
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Serving Schaefferstown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Small jobs welcome

"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."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Finishing Touch by Bratch
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Serving Schaefferstown, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"Thanks to Kris Bratch from thefinishingtouchbybratch for seeing my vision. He was professional, worked within my budget and ensured that what suggestions he made were indeed what I wanted. .Great person and company."
Kitchen Renovation
Kitchen and Living Room Renovation
Home Renovations
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Wesbridge Builders LLC
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Serving Schaefferstown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Small jobs welcome

"Wesley built our deck recently , and I couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish, he was professional, communicative, and reliable. He listened to our ideas, gave helpful suggestions, and completed the project on time with great attention to detail. The craftsmanship is outstanding — the deck looks amazing and feels sturdy and safe. He used quality materials and left the area clean and tidy. We’ve already had compliments from neighbors! Highly recommend him if you’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work and delivers exactly what they promise."
Response time2 days
Response rate93%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

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