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Avatar for Converge Construction, LLC
Converge Construction, LLC
4.7(
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Exterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For BusinessExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For Business+7 more

Serving Trafford, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jeff did a beautiful job transforming our upstairs powder room into a full fledged bathroom. It was not a simple project since he had to build out the alcove for the shower stall even before building the stall itself. But everything was done with skill, professionalism, a concern for our having to live in the house and an extraordinary attention to detail that extended all the way to where towel racks should go. Jeff has also installed a dishwasher and garbage disposal for us. - from scratch - with excellent results. Jeff is a problem solver, the sort of professional you want for any job. We urge anyone who wants a home project accomplished well at a reasonable price to hire Jeff. You will be satisfied with the results."
 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(
660
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Trafford, 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 rate100%
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Affordable Painting & Repairs
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Trafford, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"We hired Mike initially to fix the drywall and paint the interior of the condo that we were planning to move in. He was very easy to communicate from the beginning to the end, showed up on time and worked hard every day, did a thorough job that did not miss any details and gave us a very fair price. Because we liked him so much, we ended up hiring him for other jobs including plumbing, lighting, installing appliances and cabinet painting. Throughout this process, he was trustworthy, very knowledgeable in his work and tried really hard to accommodate my schedule. Although we were on a tight schedule, we were able to move into our apartment on time because of his excellent work ethic. I would definitely hire him again and highly recommend him for any home improvement projects."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Aaronson Repairs & Improvements
Aaronson Repairs & Improvements
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Trafford, 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

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Recommended by70%of homeowners
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APJ Home Improvement, LLC
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Trafford, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"John did a great job painting the interior of my condo.He was quick and efficient. There was no mess and everything was cleaned up after. I would recommend him to all my family and friends."
Custom Shiplap Fireplace Wall
Boring plain wall
Complete Refresh Stain
Old Deck
New Kitchen Remodel

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Random Remodeling
4.6(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Trafford, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He helped us install a French door, open a wall to the kitchen, add framing, and reinforce our basement joists. He is professional, skilled, and reliable, with excellent carpentry expertise. He is also honest about what he can offer and upfront about areas outside his scope of interest or expertise. I strongly recommend him."
Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

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.

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