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Sentri Homes
2.9(
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Serving Penn Laird, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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Mooneyham Solutions
New to Angi

Serving Penn Laird, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Trustworthy, reliable, take pride in my work , take my job seriously if the customer is happy when I’m done then I did my job.Quality ,Quality,Quality Go out of my way to make sure customer is Happy. Easy to get along with . I have 42 years experience

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Hudson's Home Repair & Painting
4.6(
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Serving Penn Laird, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

"He was friendly, timely, and on budget. Worked to get done quickly and was able to do all the work we needed done. Painting, carpentry, plumbing, you name it.  He provided a clearly itemized bill and was easy to work with to get all the projects done to our satisfaction.
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THE GARRETT GROUP
4.4(
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Serving Penn Laird, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Dave and his crew gave me a very fair and competitive estimate. He fit me into his busy schedule. GREAT communication! He and his crew were professional and efficient. The tree and all debris were hauled away. Nice to work with professionals who have integrity!"
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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. 

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

Bow windows need support because they are large and extend out from the exterior wall of the home. Bow windows may extend 1 foot to several feet from the outside of the home, so you’ll need to provide additional support to handle this weight. A window contractor will be able to provide the proper amount of support for your new bow window.

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