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Top-Rated Contractors in Dorchester County - Updated Nov 2026

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CGA Plumbing
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dorchester County, SC and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

About CGA Plumbing \n \nCGA Plumbing provides dependable plumbing services for homeowners throughout Charleston and the surrounding Lowcountry of South Carolina. We are committed to quality workmanship, honest pricing, reliable service, and customer satisfaction. \n \nOur services include plumbing repairs, leak detection and repairs, faucet and toilet installation, fixture replacement, drain issues, water line repairs, plumbing for kitchen and bathroom renovations, and plumbing for new construction. \n \nWe understand the importance of having a safe and properly functioning plumbing system. Whether you need a small repair, routine maintenance, or plumbing work for a larger project, we take pride in providing professional service, attention to detail, and solutions tailored to your needs. \n \nAt CGA Plumbing, our goal is to make every job as smooth and stress-free as possible while delivering quality results you can trust. Contact us today for your plumbing needs!

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JK Contracting
4.8(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dorchester County, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My wife and I very happy with our decision to choose JK contracting for our Koi pond. He was very professional and knowledgeable and you can tell takes pride in his work and thoroughly enjoys it. I would highly recommend him to my family and friends for any of their outdoor water features they want."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Workhorse Renovations
4.9(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dorchester County, SC and surrounding areas

"Workhorse Renovations did I fantastic job on everything. My wife and I love the floor and trim. Not only did they do an awesome job the customer service was more than we could ask for."
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+21

Recommended by92%of homeowners
Straight and True Construction
5.0(
5
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dorchester County, SC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"I hired Danny from straight and true Construction cause I was overwhelmed with my workload. We went over the project. Danny gave me a reasonable Price. And the end result came out incredible. Danny was very clean and neat and very precise. The project came out beautiful. I really appreciate all your hard work looks incredible. Looking forward to future projects. Thank you Danny."
Bathroom renovation
Kitchen renovation
Kitchen renovation
Full bathroom renovations
Full bathroom renovations

+9

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A Plus Handyman Service
4.4(
7
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dorchester County, SC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional, I would recommend and hire them every time, they did a fantastic job painting my inside and outside of my home at an affordable price and at a timely manner without sacrificing the quality of work, very friendly and best contractor around that actually listens and takes the time to solve your needs and goes the extra mile to make sure it’s perfect ? thank you so much ? I’d give 10 ⭐️ s stars if I could!"
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Deck repair and painting

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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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. 

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

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.

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