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Avatar for Vet-Run & Son Home Services
Vet-Run & Son Home Services
4.7(
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Serving Milford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are great and a wonderful team. On time, professional, and got the job done without any hassle. Even went further and painted the numbers, a little maintenance on the lock, and sealed the edges. Looks brand new! Won’t hesitate to call them again. They do it all."
Home improvement, from inside jobs to outside work we’ll always find a way
Removal of old grass and new grass installed
Painting
Home improvement, from inside jobs to outside work we’ll always find a way
Removal of old grass and new grass installed

+107

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Soss' Services, LLC
4.8(
50
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Serving Milford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Soss’ Services is a Professional, Efficient and Ethical business. Tristin and Bill were able to fix/repair many issues both inside and outside of our home…within 3 days! They painted our home’s exterior trim, rerouted our home’s outside water faucet as well as replaced our kitchen’s broken floor tiles. Other issues were also addressed…. exterior weather-worn door frames, indoor bedroom door replacements, etc.. Their experience and high standards are admirable. And, they are patient and friendly. Trust is hard earned with us…they have earned our trust."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by8%of homeowners
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ICA Contractors Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Milford, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently had a deck built by ICA Contractors, and I couldn’t be more impressed. From the initial consultation to the final nail, their team was professional, friendly, and incredibly skilled. They listened to my ideas, offered great suggestions, and brought the whole vision to life with top-quality workmanship. The deck looks amazing—sturdy, stylish, and clearly built to last. It’s now the highlight of my backyard! I highly recommend ICA Contractors to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality work. They truly exceeded my expectations."
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Unfinish basement converted into a kitchenette
Unfinish space in basement

+61

Response time3 days
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stoneridge Decks & Outdoor Living
4.0(
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Serving Milford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Curtis, our project manager, was great! He was responsive to our requests and concerns â very easy to work with. I thought he managed the varied trades necessary for the building of our sunroom well. The whole project went smoothly after the county finally issued the building permits. I would definitely recommend Stoneridge and would use their services again â especially with Curtis as the project manager. And, Curtis had a crew clean up after all construction was done leaving us with a sparkling new sunroom. Thank you Stoneridge!"
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+340

Response time7 hrs
103 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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MJL Contractors, Inc
4.7(
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Serving Milford, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently contracted with MJL Contractors, Inc. to have a kitchen installed. Best decision! Mike, Amy and the staff are top-notch. They are very knowledgeable, work diligently, and are friendly and considerate. I was always provided with arrival dates and times. Not once was I disappointed. At the end of the day, the room was left neat and clean. The work was completed within the time frame I was given. I am so happy with my new kitchen! Thank you Mike and your wonderful staff for making it a reality."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

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.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

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