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Sosa General Contractor LLC
4.6(
51
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Serving Boston, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our primary bathroom remodel by Sosa General Contractor LLC is a true oasis with its serene color palette and spa-like features. With Jose Sosa as our our general contractor we experienced a seamless transformation with excellent craftsmanship. The large walk-in shower with multiple shower heads is perfect for a luxurious bathing experience. The tiling is a work of art! There was clear communication with Jose at all times. He was so attentive and sensitive to our special needs. From design consultation to clear communication with Jose we achieved a finished product that closely matches the initial vision, and a smooth project execution with minimal disruption, leaving us highly satisfied with our primary bath! We highly recommend Sosa General Contractor LLC!"
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+63

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Tito Ramos Home Improvement
5.0(
24
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Serving Boston, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The handyman, Tito R., was outstanding. He was experienced and knowledgeable with all aspects of the project to assemble and install various garage storage containers/shelving. He also offered a very fair price. Tito was punctual, courteous, friendly and very thorough. He listened to our concerns carefully and addressed them effectively. He went out of his way to make sure we were satisfied with all aspects of the garage storage installation. Tito displayed both expertise and a strong and personable customer satisfaction attitude. He and his team provided an overall excellent service experience. Tito treated our home with great care and working with him and his team was very easy. Based on this experience, we highly recommend Tito Ramos Home Improvements as your go to handyman to expertly assemble and install (including mounting to studs) various garage storage units."
Painting - Interior Project
Ceiling beams installation
Basement finishing
Roof cleaning
Handyman Services Project

+110

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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STONEBERGER GARAGE DOORS UNLIMITED, INC.
5.0(
138
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Serving Boston, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a good job.  He was great.  They did a really spectacular job.  We put on a new addition and it's really tricky to get the garage door.  They had to custom fit it and they made it work great.  I'd give them straight A's.  They had very competitive pricing. "
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Wayne Dalton Wood Doors
Clopay Gallery Door
Clopay Coachman
Clopay Canyon Ridge

+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Flood Crew LLC
4.6(
40
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Serving Boston, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went wonderful with the contractor. They were great to work with and helped us navigate a very troublesome insurance company. They drove from northern Virginia to silver spring to do the work as well, not any easy task and a long commute in traffic. They were just great."
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Drying bathroom wood subfloor from kitchen using indirect control heat, controlled by thermostat we set in place

+57

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Livengood Electrical LLC
4.4(
18
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Serving Boston, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a home inspection that pointed out a lot of electrical issues that needed addressed asap. I call Jake’s company and he made our home a priority and was very professional. My contractor was so impressed with him that he even started using him. The work was done on time and was done very well. Plus, the price charged was very reasonable-which is hard to find for an electrician these days. Highly recommended."
Electrical Project
Vanity lighting, fan, can lights, gfci receptacle and switches.
50 amp breaker panel with surge protector
Electrical Project
Electrical Project

+24

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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KDK Home Improvements LLC
4.6(
21
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Serving Boston, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very happy with the way both bathrooms turned out, though it was not easy having 2 bathrooms out of commission for a month. Despite drop cloths being used there was lots of dust. The first couple of days were nerve wracking because during the demolition phase, we ran into unplanned plumbing and electrical issues, that brought about additional expenses. My wife and I work long days, so we were not there when the work was being done. We would see the daily progress and talk to Dave every day about the day's events. During the course of the month our living room became a bathroom warehouse, vanities, toilets, lights, tile, grout etc taking up space. 

I am adding this segment 5 months after the bathroom install and my wife and I could not be happier with our bathrooms. I would definitely use Dave again if we remodel our other bathroom."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

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. 

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