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Home Genius Exteriors
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Wampum, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"This was a total replacement of our siding. The workmen were so efficient, fast. The manager came out the first day, say our windows did not need refinished saving a substantial amount. Could have ignored this keeping the money, but did not. So ethical. The house is beautiful."
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation

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Hammer & Hammer LLC
New to Angi
Exterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Wampum, PA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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HAMMER & HAMMER MAINTENANCE SERVICES\n\nYour trusted partner for home and business maintenance, with over 25 years of experience in the field.\n\nWe are fully insured, provided protection for every project undertaken. We stand behind our work. From minor repairs to major maintenance, we ensure the job is done right the first time.\n\nWe respect your schedule. We show up on time and complete the work efficiently without compromising quality.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

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