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Avatar for COMPTON CONTRACTING INC.

COMPTON CONTRACTING INC.

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COMPTON CONTRACTING INC.

4.90(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Local Builder & Remodeler in Hampton Roads. We are fully licensed & insured. LICENSE #: 2705137145A Compton Contracting will provide you with quality materials, and service whether your building, remodeling, adding on , or renovating your home. Please call us for a free estimate at (757) 291-6976 or email [email protected] please visit our website at www.comptoncontracting.net

"Great work, this is second time we used them."

rick b on February 2018

Local Builder & Remodeler in Hampton Roads. We are fully licensed & insured. LICENSE #: 2705137145A Compton Contracting will provide you with quality materials, and service whether your building, remodeling, adding on , or renovating your home. Please call us for a free estimate at (757) 291-6976 or email [email protected] please visit our website at www.comptoncontracting.net

"Great work, this is second time we used them."

rick b on February 2018

Gutter Glove of North Carolina LLC

4.80(
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Gutter Glove of North Carolina LLC

4.80(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Award winning. Gutter Glove of NC LLC is the premium supplier of gutter protection system in the State of North Carolina. Additional contact names - Richard Stroup, Louis Sauer. Additional phone - (919) 696-8839. Award wining.

"Owner Ricky Stroup was infinitely patient with us, as after our initial meeting it took us over a year to hire his company to do this work. During that year, we had multiple conversations with him regarding the scope of our project, and he was as willing to contract the scope as to expand it. He wrote several proposals for us, so we could see the financial impacts of our different scope options. Our indecision on scope, and delay in scheduling, never caused any frustration or ill will on his part. Mr. Stroup was helpful, friendly, and patient throughout! His team installed everything in one day, and all who worked on our project were extremely courteous and professional. We have been very impressed with the quality of the work. Working with Gutter Glove of North Carolina was an enjoyable experience, and I recommend this company!"

Elizabeth H on October 2018

Award winning. Gutter Glove of NC LLC is the premium supplier of gutter protection system in the State of North Carolina. Additional contact names - Richard Stroup, Louis Sauer. Additional phone - (919) 696-8839. Award wining.

"Owner Ricky Stroup was infinitely patient with us, as after our initial meeting it took us over a year to hire his company to do this work. During that year, we had multiple conversations with him regarding the scope of our project, and he was as willing to contract the scope as to expand it. He wrote several proposals for us, so we could see the financial impacts of our different scope options. Our indecision on scope, and delay in scheduling, never caused any frustration or ill will on his part. Mr. Stroup was helpful, friendly, and patient throughout! His team installed everything in one day, and all who worked on our project were extremely courteous and professional. We have been very impressed with the quality of the work. Working with Gutter Glove of North Carolina was an enjoyable experience, and I recommend this company!"

Elizabeth H on October 2018

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H R Stairs & Rails

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H R Stairs & Rails

4.94(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Over the past 30 years, H R Stairs & Rails has completed more than two thousand stair and railing projects under the direction of master craftsman Hooshang Rashidi. We take pride in our work and strive to exceed our client's expectations. We are "Staircase and Railing Builders". Our craftsmanship & attention to detail positively impacts the delivery of H R Stairs & Rails finished products, from complex staircase designs to small stair repair and baluster replacement. By concentrating all our efforts on staircases and railings in the Washington DC Metropolitan area we are able to provide our clients with specialized expertise, allowing us to provide superior workmanship and service. We look forward to being your staircase contractor. Cost is determined by the job.

"I can only reiterate the many positive Angi reviews discussing the high standard of work produced by Mr. Rashidi and his assistant. Mr. Rashidi was able to begin work one week after providing an estimate and completed the job in four days after working steadily throughout that time. We are more than satisfied with the result and would highly recommend this company. Real craftsmanship at a reasonable price."

Ellen L on May 2022

Over the past 30 years, H R Stairs & Rails has completed more than two thousand stair and railing projects under the direction of master craftsman Hooshang Rashidi. We take pride in our work and strive to exceed our client's expectations. We are "Staircase and Railing Builders". Our craftsmanship & attention to detail positively impacts the delivery of H R Stairs & Rails finished products, from complex staircase designs to small stair repair and baluster replacement. By concentrating all our efforts on staircases and railings in the Washington DC Metropolitan area we are able to provide our clients with specialized expertise, allowing us to provide superior workmanship and service. We look forward to being your staircase contractor. Cost is determined by the job.

"I can only reiterate the many positive Angi reviews discussing the high standard of work produced by Mr. Rashidi and his assistant. Mr. Rashidi was able to begin work one week after providing an estimate and completed the job in four days after working steadily throughout that time. We are more than satisfied with the result and would highly recommend this company. Real craftsmanship at a reasonable price."

Ellen L on May 2022

Handy Works

4.52(
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Handy Works

4.52(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Handy Works is a one man operation dedicated to personal and profesional service. I use subcontractors only where my license will not apply but stay on site at all times. Va. license #2705131581 I am the owner and the only employee therefor can do work at very affordable rates to fit tight budgets.

Handy Works is a one man operation dedicated to personal and profesional service. I use subcontractors only where my license will not apply but stay on site at all times. Va. license #2705131581 I am the owner and the only employee therefor can do work at very affordable rates to fit tight budgets.

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Jim Hicks Home Improvement

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Jim Hicks Home Improvement

4.70(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Jim Hicks is a Gulf War Veteran and a longtime resident of Tidewater Virginia. He has been serving his neighbors in Hampton Roads with home improvement services for over 13 years. Jim has been recognized on a local and national level for his leadership in the home improvement industry. For all your remodling and design needs, Jim Hicks has the solution for you. Jim Hicks Remodel & Design is a Design/Build remodeling firm. The benefit here is that both the design and the construction teams are working in unison. Our Design Team will work with you to create what can be accomplished with your home’s actual structure, while our Production Team ensures that what is being designed is something that will actually work onsite as well as ensuring that the design is in alignment with your budget. With our Design/Build system costs are known far earlier in the process so that decisions can be made during the design of the project to conserve resources, and eliminate hidden costs. Also, consult Jim Hicks Home Improvement for all your roofing and siding needs. With over 10 years' experience in Hampton Roads, his team will be able to answer all your roofing and siding questions. Not sure if you need a new roof? Contact Jim Hicks Home Improvement for a consultation on whether you're in need of a new roof or simply a couple repairs. If you do indeed need a new roof, look to Jim Hicks Home Improvement for a no obligation, free quote.

Jim Hicks is a Gulf War Veteran and a longtime resident of Tidewater Virginia. He has been serving his neighbors in Hampton Roads with home improvement services for over 13 years. Jim has been recognized on a local and national level for his leadership in the home improvement industry. For all your remodling and design needs, Jim Hicks has the solution for you. Jim Hicks Remodel & Design is a Design/Build remodeling firm. The benefit here is that both the design and the construction teams are working in unison. Our Design Team will work with you to create what can be accomplished with your home’s actual structure, while our Production Team ensures that what is being designed is something that will actually work onsite as well as ensuring that the design is in alignment with your budget. With our Design/Build system costs are known far earlier in the process so that decisions can be made during the design of the project to conserve resources, and eliminate hidden costs. Also, consult Jim Hicks Home Improvement for all your roofing and siding needs. With over 10 years' experience in Hampton Roads, his team will be able to answer all your roofing and siding questions. Not sure if you need a new roof? Contact Jim Hicks Home Improvement for a consultation on whether you're in need of a new roof or simply a couple repairs. If you do indeed need a new roof, look to Jim Hicks Home Improvement for a no obligation, free quote.

C & R Custom Framing CLASS A Builders

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C & R Custom Framing CLASS A Builders

4.92(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We offer QUALITY custom building at a fair price. Honest and reliable help that provides a service to you in a decent timeframe with great communication. We offer a wide variety of home improvement services. We take pride in our quality craftsmanship on each and every job.

"Ray and his team did an awesome job replacing our deck! We collected three estimates from various companies and C&R’s estimate was by far the best value. We were very impressed by the quality of the work. They worked with the county to get the permits and inspections completed and were very efficient. We felt like we got a superb quality deck for much less than other Northern Virginia contractors were charging. I am glad we chose to go with this family-owned business. It felt like we got the product we wanted for a reasonable price and didn’t get “the run around” that larger contractors give you. Our neighbors have given us so many compliments on our new deck! Would definitely recommend them to others!"

Nicholas W on June 2023

We offer QUALITY custom building at a fair price. Honest and reliable help that provides a service to you in a decent timeframe with great communication. We offer a wide variety of home improvement services. We take pride in our quality craftsmanship on each and every job.

"Ray and his team did an awesome job replacing our deck! We collected three estimates from various companies and C&R’s estimate was by far the best value. We were very impressed by the quality of the work. They worked with the county to get the permits and inspections completed and were very efficient. We felt like we got a superb quality deck for much less than other Northern Virginia contractors were charging. I am glad we chose to go with this family-owned business. It felt like we got the product we wanted for a reasonable price and didn’t get “the run around” that larger contractors give you. Our neighbors have given us so many compliments on our new deck! Would definitely recommend them to others!"

Nicholas W on June 2023

HomePro Builders

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HomePro Builders

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

At HomePro Builders, we are a full service home improvement company, form a small addition to a full scale custom built house from the ground up. We provide the utmost quality and customer service at a affordable price today! You can rest assured at Home Pro Builders you will be in the best hands in the industry... Call today! For a free estimate

At HomePro Builders, we are a full service home improvement company, form a small addition to a full scale custom built house from the ground up. We provide the utmost quality and customer service at a affordable price today! You can rest assured at Home Pro Builders you will be in the best hands in the industry... Call today! For a free estimate

J & D Construction and Maintenance

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J & D Construction and Maintenance

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Local Small Construction Business with direct affiliates to House Cleaner and Electrician. Family Owned & Operated 3 Employees with ability to hire as needed for larger Jobs. Have and will Travel within and out of state, Liscensed and Insured.

Local Small Construction Business with direct affiliates to House Cleaner and Electrician. Family Owned & Operated 3 Employees with ability to hire as needed for larger Jobs. Have and will Travel within and out of state, Liscensed and Insured.

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

While most house creaking is expected to some extent and under normal conditions, it's not a good idea to ignore new noises. If other problems accompany the creakiness, like cement cracks, wobbly or loose stair components, or moving trimwork, it's time to look into the potential for foundation trouble or other structural problems.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Call a foundation repair pro to replace a rotted support beam. Your contractor will likely install temporary support to the area while replacing the beam with new wood or steel. Load-bearing elements of your home—such as the horizontal beams that run along your floors, walls, roof, and ceilings—should be inspected by a trained structural engineer. Call these experts the moment you detect rot, water damage, or foundation issues in your home. 

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