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Alexander's Remodeling

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Alexander's Remodeling

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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

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EPTS Remodeling

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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


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D.R. Graybill Services

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D.R. Graybill Services

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140 local quotes requested

We are a general contracting business with over 30 years of experience with an uncompromising mission to provide superior craftsmanship, dedication and attention to detail that surpasses customers expectation and that creates added value to property and increase satisfaction of ownership. We serve residential and commercial customers and specialize in affordable custom design with expert experience in all areas of the contracting trades from foundation to high quality finish work. We do renovations, remodeling, property restorations, and historic preservation work to the highest standards, no job is too small or large. Over the years our business has had the privilege to served hundreds of satisfied customers and we look forward to working with you. Give us a call, we will never compromise in our efforts to be a company of the highest standards of integrity, transparency, trust, and excellence in all we do and we thank you in advance for contacting us for your project. We remain determined to be the best and to exceed expectations!

"Excellent. Great Consultation"

Cliff A on June 2024

We are a general contracting business with over 30 years of experience with an uncompromising mission to provide superior craftsmanship, dedication and attention to detail that surpasses customers expectation and that creates added value to property and increase satisfaction of ownership. We serve residential and commercial customers and specialize in affordable custom design with expert experience in all areas of the contracting trades from foundation to high quality finish work. We do renovations, remodeling, property restorations, and historic preservation work to the highest standards, no job is too small or large. Over the years our business has had the privilege to served hundreds of satisfied customers and we look forward to working with you. Give us a call, we will never compromise in our efforts to be a company of the highest standards of integrity, transparency, trust, and excellence in all we do and we thank you in advance for contacting us for your project. We remain determined to be the best and to exceed expectations!

"Excellent. Great Consultation"

Cliff A on June 2024


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WHL CONSTRUCTION

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WHL CONSTRUCTION

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
86 local quotes requested

As an independant contractor, I believe in building it right the first time. I am committed to superior quality and results. I listen to your vision and we turn those visions into reality. We can focus on restoring the past or creating the future from your own concepts. Quality construction. Honest service. Great value. WHL Construction is committed to helping you and your home to have a better relationship. Give us a call today to get a free estimate. (570) 755-1991 William Lamey, Owner

"The crew came to the house and modified their way of working to accommodate the tight work space. They were friendly and went above what they had to do by saving my flowers out of my flower bed before they began digging out the space. They answered my questions and explained how things were going. The company owner often checked in by phone and in person to communicate with me regarding the job."

Kristy S on June 2021

As an independant contractor, I believe in building it right the first time. I am committed to superior quality and results. I listen to your vision and we turn those visions into reality. We can focus on restoring the past or creating the future from your own concepts. Quality construction. Honest service. Great value. WHL Construction is committed to helping you and your home to have a better relationship. Give us a call today to get a free estimate. (570) 755-1991 William Lamey, Owner

"The crew came to the house and modified their way of working to accommodate the tight work space. They were friendly and went above what they had to do by saving my flowers out of my flower bed before they began digging out the space. They answered my questions and explained how things were going. The company owner often checked in by phone and in person to communicate with me regarding the job."

Kristy S on June 2021





RidgeRunner Installation and Repair

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RidgeRunner Installation and Repair

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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

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Zach's Handyman Service

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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.


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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

There are some rules regarding how far your exterior bump-out can go. For a cantilever bump-out that avoids the need to provide additional structural support, the limit is often 24 inches. However, if a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can encompass a whole room or more. Remember that many residential properties are subject to limits regarding the total house size relating to the size of the lot. 

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

If you remove a load-bearing wall to create an entrance to a carport or covered patio, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. Factors such as the type of addition and if that area needs additional work will add to the price.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

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