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Avatar for Troy-Bilt Construction
Troy-Bilt Construction
4.8(
175
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+3 more

Serving Rapidan, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've worked with Troy and Mark on two jobs. The first was a smaller job to install railings on my front porch. I could tell right away their workmanship was excellent, and I was impressed with how Troy worked through unexpected obstacles that came up during the process. I was thrilled with the railings - they tied into the existing porch perfectly and looked like they'd always been there! I then hired Troy for a much larger job, involving converting a small bedroom into a bathroom, and converting an existing small bath into a laundry room. Once again, Troy and Mark were great throughout the process. This job took the room all the way down to the studs, and my house is quite old, so a lot of carpentry needed to be done to get the new room to be level and square. They clearly know their craft and are complete professionals! They managed the demolition, framing, installed insulation, drywall, flooring, and doors, and they also coordinated with all the sub-contractors. The site was cleaned up and left safe after each day, which I appreciated especially as the job got messy. Again, Troy worked through the inevitable unexpected hurdles and always came up with good solutions. Troy was also flexible in working with me, as I wanted to do most of the finish work myself, and we kept in close communication throughout the 6 weeks of work. The job came in on-time and on-budget, and I absolutely love my new spaces! It's great to have confidence and security knowing that everything is so well-built. On a personal note, I also really appreciated that, as a woman living alone, I never felt uncomfortable with Troy and Mark (and their sub-contractors) in my home, and could always trust them to be respectful of me and my space. I definitely recommend Troy-Bilt for anyone's remodeling job!"
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+44

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Aldridge Enterprises, LLC
Aldridge Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
20
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Rapidan, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Aldridge Enterprises provided meticulous customer and technical services throughout the deck building process. I conducted a best value proposal evaluation to select Aldridge over three other quotes from reputable contractors. Aldridge, represented by its owner, Fred, provided a comprehensive, fair, and fixed-price quote that exceeded my expectations in terms of value. Aldridge used much higher quality products than competitors quoted for a much more reasonable overall cost. Sure, I could have paid more for less, but why would anybody do that? My homework paid off and Aldridge further proved that I made a very wise decision selecting them as my contractor. Fred is the consummate professional and remained fair, focused, and flexible from the initial quote to completion. He quickly earned my trust and confidence and retained it throughout the process. The two on-site “craftsmen” who built the deck, Justin and Mike, were the most professional, technically competent, and thorough contractors I have ever hired. From digging the footing holes to final County inspection, Justin and Mike maintained an exceptionally professional decorum, kept me informed of progress, and represented the absolute best in technical and customer service. I could not be happier with the final product and the entire project was incredibly successful and pleasurable throughout. Amazing work Aldridge Enterprises! Thank you!"
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+28

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
Avatar for Wells & Wells Const, Inc.
Wells & Wells Const, Inc.
5.0(
40
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceCarpentry Framing - Install+4 more

Serving Rapidan, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"George Wells is dedicated and finished the work right on schedule. He and his crew went the extra mile to protect our arbor grape vine. I will recommend George Wells for any carpentry projects you might have."
Kitchen Back splash
Custom Home Build
Pool House and fence install
Trim and Moldings
Window and door install

+114

Response time11 hrs
Response rate92%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Stoneridge Decks & Outdoor Living
Stoneridge Decks & Outdoor Living
4.0(
97
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Rapidan, 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
118 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
Avatar for Powerhouse Homeimprovement
Powerhouse Homeimprovement
4.6(
10
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Rapidan, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great Experience – Highly Recommend Power House Home Improvement provided excellent service at a very reasonable price. He was patient, responsive to my questions, and flexible with scheduling. He arrived as planned, and when we had to reschedule due to a broken furniture part I discovered during unboxing, he was completely understanding. Once the replacement part arrived, he responded quickly and returned to complete the job. The entire furniture assembly was finished in under two hours and done efficiently and professionally. I would absolutely use him again and highly recommend his services."
Busted water line
Repainted exterior white paint
Recessed bathroom wall shelf
VCT flooring
Waste Drain line

+37

Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Dynasty Woodworks
5.0(
6
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Rapidan, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dynasty woodworks did an amazing job designing and building our end table. They were very informative throughout the entire process. Outstanding customer service. Would highly recommend!"
Furniture
Furniture
Furniture
Furniture
Furniture

+29

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for Sentri Homes
Sentri Homes
2.4(
27
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Rapidan, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Proper Murphy bed installation minimizes the risk of wall damage. A secure attachment requires making some holes for anchors or brackets, but these can be easily patched if the bed is removed. To ensure the installation is done correctly and safely, hiring a professional is recommended, especially if you have limited DIY experience.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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