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Avatar for Aaronson Repairs & Improvements
Aaronson Repairs & Improvements
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Scottdale, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Offers commercial services

Customers say: True professional

"The job was done not only at a reasonable price but the finished results were beyond my expectations. I couldn’t be happier with work done by Aaronson Repairs & Improvements and will certainly not hesitate to use them again when needed."
Stairs
KITCHENS
KITCHENS
KITCHENS
HOME EXTERIOR RENOS

+6

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.3(
126
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Scottdale, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My wife and I were very pleased with the job that Home genius did with the hardy board on our house. Hunter was a great project manager, and the two workers he had here worked very hard each and every day we are very pleased with the results of the project and think our house looks great. Hunter was very easy very easy to get a hold of and was always responsive to our needs. We would highly recommend using Home Genius and Hunter as your project manager."
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation

+52

Response time3 days
1890 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by38%of homeowners
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United premium construction llc
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Scottdale, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional, showed up next day to repair. No questions around safety or integrity and provided drone footage before and after repair. Made sure to meet requirements and not go overboard with forcing additional, unnecessary repairs. Did a great job of providing life estimates of each level of repair. Would recommend to anybody!"
Chimney repair
Chimney repair
Metal roof replacement
Metal roof replacement
Metal roof replacement

+31

24 neighbors recently requested a quote
A & J Contracting Company, LLC
4.2(
36
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Closet - Build

Serving Scottdale, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I donâ  t know where to begin to say how satisfied I am with A & J Contracting! I needed my basement renovated ASAP and Mr. Anthony met with me in a timely manner explaining in great detail the work he would perform and how pleased I would be! Let me tell you he did NOT disappoint because he and his partner Mark performed what I call a â  miracleâ  in renovating my basement and went above and beyond my expectations!!!! Iâ  ve shown many the before and after pictures of what I now can call my family room and the response each time was how â  beautifulâ  of a job Anthony did!! If you are in need a great contractor donâ  t look anywhere else but A & J Contractor and call Anthony NOW! My family still canâ  t believe what A & J Contractor did with that old and in bad shape basement!! Very professional and the many years of experience really was on display!! Thank you again Anthony and Mark for restoring our basement!! Iâ  ll definitely be utilizing them in the future and wonâ  t have to look elsewhere!!"
 bathroom before picture
 bathroom after picture
 kitchen remodel photo
 Rough framing for basement remodel
drywall work for basement remodel

+23

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Heldt Construction Company
5.0(
4
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Scottdale, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Offers commercial services

"Ty has completed several remodeling projects for our home and business. From flooring to lighting he does it all. He brings years of experience and professionalism to every job. He engaged us in planning and budgeting and brought his creativity and wood working skills to the table. He created beautiful and functional spaces, updating our home and adapting it to the needs of our family and pets.We can’t thank him enough."
Living room remodel
Living room remodel
Living room remodel
Living room remodel
Bathroom remodel

+54

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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