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Alexander's Remodeling

216 4th Ave
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Alexander's Remodeling

216 4th Ave
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4 years of experience
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Alexander's Remodeling 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.

Alexander's Remodeling 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.

EPTS Remodeling

PO Box 123
5.00(
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EPTS Remodeling

PO Box 123
5.00(
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)
•Approved Pro
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45 years of experience

Eric Taylor-Schmidt has more than 30 years as a well-respected home improvement contractor in Pennsylvania. Painting and restoration are his specialty. Eric excels at complete remodels of basements, bathrooms & more. EPTS Remodeling serves the Centre County area of State College and Bellefonte, Pennsylvania. Eric is a trusted contractor and remodeler with many repeat customers to attest to his reputation and honest work ethic. Remodeling bathrooms and basements, repairing and painting, installing tiling floors, restoring Victorian porches and water stained ceilings are only a few examples of work.

"ERIC WAS PROMPT AND DID A MARVELOUS JOB ON BUILDING THE SURROUND FOR MY NEW HOT TUB. I WAS HAVING DIFFICULTY GETTING IN AND OUT OF THE TUB AND ERIC CAME UP WITH SOME WONDERFUL IDEAS FOR MAKING IT EASIER FOR ME AND MY GUESTS. I RECOMMED HIM EXTREMELY HIGH."

Linda B on February 2021

Eric Taylor-Schmidt has more than 30 years as a well-respected home improvement contractor in Pennsylvania. Painting and restoration are his specialty. Eric excels at complete remodels of basements, bathrooms & more. EPTS Remodeling serves the Centre County area of State College and Bellefonte, Pennsylvania. Eric is a trusted contractor and remodeler with many repeat customers to attest to his reputation and honest work ethic. Remodeling bathrooms and basements, repairing and painting, installing tiling floors, restoring Victorian porches and water stained ceilings are only a few examples of work.

"ERIC WAS PROMPT AND DID A MARVELOUS JOB ON BUILDING THE SURROUND FOR MY NEW HOT TUB. I WAS HAVING DIFFICULTY GETTING IN AND OUT OF THE TUB AND ERIC CAME UP WITH SOME WONDERFUL IDEAS FOR MAKING IT EASIER FOR ME AND MY GUESTS. I RECOMMED HIM EXTREMELY HIGH."

Linda B on February 2021

RidgeRunner Installation and Repair

860 Purdue Mountain Rd
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RidgeRunner Installation and Repair

860 Purdue Mountain Rd
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At RidgeRunner Installation and Repair, we specialize in small installation and repair projects, including: Appliances Doors and Windows Appliances Doors and Windows Trim, Baseboard and Crown Molding Drywall Tile and Hardwood Floors Paint and Stain Rain Gutters Landscaping Small Engine Repair General Handyman Work

At RidgeRunner Installation and Repair, we specialize in small installation and repair projects, including: Appliances Doors and Windows Appliances Doors and Windows Trim, Baseboard and Crown Molding Drywall Tile and Hardwood Floors Paint and Stain Rain Gutters Landscaping Small Engine Repair General Handyman Work

Zach's Handyman Service

640 E McCormick Ave
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Zach's Handyman Service

640 E McCormick Ave
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Hello, I'm a skilled handyman with about 8 years experience in all areas of both residential and commercial construction. I spent the past 4 years specializing in finish carpentry, painting, and general residential remodeling.

Hello, I'm a skilled handyman with about 8 years experience in all areas of both residential and commercial construction. I spent the past 4 years specializing in finish carpentry, painting, and general residential remodeling.

Avvampato Home Improvement

35 Lingle St. Apt. E
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Avvampato Home Improvement

35 Lingle St. Apt. E
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Currently a one-man operation. I have a variety of experience in different fields. I'm a full-time teacher looking for side projects and Summer work. I service Clearfied County and most of Centre county.

Currently a one-man operation. I have a variety of experience in different fields. I'm a full-time teacher looking for side projects and Summer work. I service Clearfied County and most of Centre county.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

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.

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.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

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