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Avatar for Huezo's Construction, LLC
Huezo's Construction, LLC
5.0(
3
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Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We got all we asked for and more from Huezo's Construction. Fair pricing, quality work in every way, promises kept, PLUS the job was done ahead of schedule. They say you can't have it done right, done quickly, and done affordably.... well with Huezos Construction, we hit the lottery and got all three!"
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Edward Nemitz LLC
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Primarily we only take commercial work, however in this economy we feel diversity is key to success. We are experienced in Electrical Plumbing and general Handyman services. From drain cleaning to High-end Electronics installations. We hang TV's, install appliances, design and implement smarthome controls. Patching drywall and painting. Water heater replacement. Have a faucet that takes forever to get hot water, talk to us about solving that issue. We have 30 years experience in just about every small and odd job you can think of. We are not affraid to get dirty while keeping your property clean and clear of debris.

Final build
Original setup
Building the Tee
Add torque arrester
Pressure Switch

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Arkansas Wood Doors
5.0(
8
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Closet - BuildCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"AWD went above and beyond to make sure we had exactly what we needed. Their service was excellent. Their cabinets were made on time and of exceptional quality. I would recommend them to anyone."
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Colosseum Remodeling
4.6(
23
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCarport (Wood) - Build+1 more

Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paolo is an amazing contractor. I'm usually pleased if a contractor is responsive, or honest, or creative. Paolo is all of the above and more. He did an amazing job of completely rebuilding our master bath. He had great ideas, was extremely patient and flexible and wasn't satisfied until we were. His craftsmanship is beyond reproach and his crew were wonderful to have around the house (especially his father who works with him). If you can get him on your schedule, I recommend him without any hesitation.."
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James Hyler
5.0(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+7 more

Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Hyler did a great job and left everything very neat. Communication was great too. Will hure him again!"
Van remodel
Installed wood panels to create ceiling for a van build
Van remodel
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"I never contacted the provider or used this service in anyway. I have to
write this review so that the request to write this review stops
popping up.
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Pennsylvania Master Bathroom
Boston Small Condo Kitchen
California Client Saves with HMD Designer Discounts
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Livengood Electrical LLC
4.4(
18
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Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job went great! Livengood Electric went over and above my expectations for this project. This wasn’t the easiest project out there on sure but with Jake’s expertise he was able to make short work of the project. We have a new service panel do you provide us years ofTrouble free electrical service, and a new generator but when the power goes out! We couldn’t be happier! Thanks again Jake!"
Electrical Project
Vanity lighting, fan, can lights, gfci receptacle and switches.
50 amp breaker panel with surge protector
Electrical Project
Electrical Project

+24

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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Tipping contractors, builders, or general contractors is not customary or expected. Unlike many service professions where tipping is built into the payment structure, construction professionals typically charge a full rate for their services. However, you may choose to tip a worker for exceptional service, such as if they go above and beyond, stay late to meet a deadline, or work on a holiday weekend. Before offering a tip, it's a good idea to ask about the company's policy, as some prohibit their employees from accepting gratuities. If you want to show your appreciation for a job well done without giving a cash tip, consider writing a positive online review or offering to serve as a reference for potential new customers.

If you don’t have a coping saw, you can use an angle grinder to cope crown molding, but it takes a little more precision. Place your molding down on your workbench, angle the grinder at a 45-degree angle toward the molding, and back cut the wood. You’ll need to carefully angle your grinder to accommodate the curves in the wood, and aim to remove around 1 inch from the profile of the molding.

Yes, carpenters can fix squeaky floors. They have the expertise to identify the source of the squeak, whether it’s loose floorboards, subfloor issues, or joist problems. These experts also have the right tools and hands-on knowledge to secure the flooring and eliminate the noise, ensuring a long-lasting solution.

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

Building involves setting foundation posts, framing with durable wood, adding roofing support, and protecting from elements with water-resistant finishes.

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