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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

Approved

Free estimates

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!

Bathroom
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JK Contracting
4.8(
9
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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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+28

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Workhorse Renovations
4.9(
13
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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."
Flooring Sales/Installation/Repair Project
Completed project
Flooring Sales and Installation Project
3/8” laminate plank
Flooring Sales/Installation/Repair Project

+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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Painting - Interior Project
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Deck repair and painting

+60

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

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

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