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Avatar for Phillips Contracting Co.
Phillips Contracting Co.
4.9(
40
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+6 more

Serving Poquoson, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We highly recommend Steve Phillips. He has fully remodeled one of our bathrooms, replaced our barn roof, put a roof on our pergola and repaired two of our skylights. We were absolutely thrilled with the results of all of the projects. His quotes are reasonable, he's very thorough, easy to reach by phone, completes the projects in the estimated time frame and leaves the project site impeccable upon completion. Steve is top-notch very trustworthy and we look forward to working with him again on future remodeling projects."
detached garage with wood shingle siding
Garage/poolhouse/outdoor
Sunroom
Sunroom
Add ons,remodels

+68

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Power House Painting and Home Improvement
Power House Painting and Home Improvement
4.6(
129
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Poquoson, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EXCELLENT pricing, workmanship, communication, follow-up and clean-up. Integrity and professionalism, as well as expert repair and woodworking skills, were present throughout our entire experience with Power House! I have been getting my elderly mother's home repaired for the past 5 years and have never hired a more outstanding contractor than Power House. I will be using them in the future for any and all projects."
Rotten siding
Rotten siding and deteriorated paint.
Kitchen Restoration
Kitchen Restoration
Kitchen Restoration

+29

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Atlantic Weatherproof Systems, LLC
Atlantic Weatherproof Systems, LLC
4.5(
178
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Poquoson, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used this company twice now, for both a new roof and deck repair. Their work is EXCELLENT and their customer service is great. Everyone I worked with was prompt, professional, and kind. Extremely reasonable prices as well. I am very happy with their workmanship and highly recommend them!"
Chesapeake
Chesapeake, Va.
Fords Colony
Fords Colony
Chimney Cap

+45

Response time8 hrs
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Foresight Home Improvement
Foresight Home Improvement
4.6(
19
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Poquoson, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't say enough good things about Foresight Home Improvement. They have done a great job on my lawn maintenance so far and the water heater install, shower door install and leak repair were beyond awesome. Thank you for great work at great value! Will 100% hire again."
Decking Installation
Vinyl Siding Repair
Office Space Renovation
Studio Space Renovation
Deck Stair Rebuild

+103

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Home Genius Exteriors
Home Genius Exteriors
4.3(
103
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Poquoson, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic and professional. We have a small house and lost some of our gutters to a snow storm, so we decided to renovate the rest of our gutter system while repairing the damaged sections. Working with HGE was a refreshingly positive experience. All of their team members were courteous, straightforward, and responsive. The work took two days with a weather interruption in between, but communication was prompt which let us accommodate the weather. All in all, great company. I just wish they did fencing so I could hire them again."
Roofing
Roofing
Roofing
Roofing
Roofing

+77

945 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Marlowe's We Care Company, Inc.
Marlowe's We Care Company, Inc.
3.9(
44
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Poquoson, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The front of my house looks better than it had all year. The workers were very knowledgeable about what they were about. Very nice and it only took 3 hours. I will be bragging about this service."
 Landscaping with Sod, Rock and Mulch Beds
Perennial flower garden with winter annuals
 Rock and Mulch Beds with Shrubs
colorful raised bed
 Thick, vibrant grass with defined Mulch Beds

+40

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Coghlan Painting and Carpentry
Coghlan Painting and Carpentry
4.7(
3
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Poquoson, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We’ve had this painter work on three of our homes and our rental property for the last 10 years, and his reliability is one of the biggest reasons we keep coming back. It is incredibly rare to find someone who consistently shows up on time, keeps his word, and delivers flawless work every single time — but he does. His attention to detail is outstanding, his preparation is thorough, and the finished product is always beautiful. He works efficiently without ever cutting corners, and he communicates clearly throughout the entire project. You always know what to expect, and he follows through exactly as promised. What sets him apart is that you never have to wonder if the job will be done right — you know it will. He’s the kind of professional who makes the entire process stress-free, and that level of dependability is priceless. We recommend him to everyone. If you want a painter who is not only highly skilled but also truly reliable and trustworthy, he is the absolute best choice."
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting

+19

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

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.

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