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Avatar for Manfredia's Carpentry & General Contracting, LLC
Manfredia's Carpentry & General Contracting, LLC
4.6(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Manfredia's Carpentry is a top notch contractor. I did a fireplace surround with stone and also added the stone on two columns off of the kitchen to match. The quality of their work is exceptional. They are very professional and always on time. They kept me informed every step of the way. They always kept the work site very clean. I couldn't be happier with the final outcome. We also stayed on budget. I would highly recommend Manfredia's Carpentry for any job. Well done. Thank you. Debbie"
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Fabiano's Construction
4.8(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Repair+14 more

Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend Fabiano's Construction. Our experience with him was fantastic from beginning to end. The project was to restore and replace the exterior window frames of our 1830 Trinity. The previous owners had installed new windows on the inside but left the old ones outside for beauty. Many of these old windows were completely rotten at the bottom, barely holding the small panes of glass together. We got three estimates. One builder wanted to replace the old windows with a second set of new ones. Another was going to patch them up with wood filler. Fabiano was the only one who was willing to actually restore them, using green wood for the parts that were beyond salvaging. It was precision carpentry work requiring problem-solving ingenuity. The new frames and sills are green wood plus Azek (PVC), so they should last forever. Although more major restoration was necessary than foreseen, Fabiano and his crew—his son Will and assistant Simon—still finished the job in the predicted time. They were careful, focused, hard-working, and also really nice, honest people. It was a pleasure to meet them, and the result is a stunning improvement to our house both inside and out. Fabiano is responsive and friendly, an expert who takes pride in his work. Incredibly, his price was the lowest the three. We plan to hire him for another project."
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+6

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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David DeCecco Services
4.6(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCloset - BuildDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Dave and his team to build a deck in our backyard and it was a truly great experience. Dave was friendly, knowledgeable and answered all of our questions during the estimate process, and then was reliable and communicative during the building. We always knew what step was next and the expected timing, so we never felt out of the loop. On top of the great professionalism, the work completed was excellent and immediately felt worth the time and money we spent. We will definitely be reaching out to Dave for our next project and many more in the future. If you are looking for a skilled contractor who is professional, knowledgeable and has a wide range of skills, Dave and his team are your best bet."
Updated kitchen-reconfigure and re-use cabinets
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.7(
290
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Home genius came out to do my siding, window, and back door. The crew was great and the job looks amazing. Ethan was my project manager and made sure to answer any questions I had and made sure the job went smoothly."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
3650 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bill the Handyman
4.7(
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreWindow Frame - Repair

Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The job itself was done perfectly, which is why the 5 stars. . My only problem is that I was not aware that the part Bill ordered for our storm door was NOT just a small part as I was told but an entire frame for the entire door! What I thought was an easy fix ended up costing me $250. The price for the frame was $75. I feel totally overcharged."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Sunny's Services
4.7(
55
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The contractor responded within 10 minutes of my request and was able to perform the requested service the same day. He arrived promptly and was courteous and professional. What I struggled with, he completed with ease. I highly recommend this provider."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

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, 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. 

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

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