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Avatar for Commonwealth Carpentry LLC
Commonwealth Carpentry LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Virginia Beach, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Highly recommend Commonwealth Carpentry. Every project has had a fair price, and easy to understand timeline for the work. We will be using Commonwealth Carpentry for some additional projects in the coming months!"
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Kitchen renovation
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+7

Response time4 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Master Painters
4.7(
671
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Serving Virginia Beach, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Everything went perfectly. They arrived on time. Took down blinds and draperies, laid down tarps, moved furniture and bookcases, spackled, puttied, sanded, painted, and put everything back in place before they left each evening for 3 days. They did such a good job, I got them to paint and repair the front porch before they left."
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Acoustic Ceiling Removal
Deck Stain
Painting Wall Prep
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+7

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Robert Luper
4.6(
59
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Serving Virginia Beach, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Workman was courteous , professional And efficient.Workmanship was excellent. Respected my property and made sure work area was clean before leaving. I would consider Luper Construction for any future projects."
 Vinyl Railings
Double Bead Paneling and Pine Ceiling
Cox Remodel
Bamboo Install
3 Rail Vinyl

+135

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Adonai Construction Services, LLC
4.9(
31
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Serving Virginia Beach, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Nicole and her crew did multiple projects on top of the shingle repairs, including building a whole new front porch for us. Her communication was excellent, the prices were reasonable, and all the work was completed on-time. Would highly recommend Adonai for any of your home repair and construction needs."
Drywall repair and Paint
Drywall repair and Paint
Exposed walls after mold remediation
Completed Drywall/Finish and Paint
Drywall repair and Paint

+24

Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Atlantic Weatherproof Systems, LLC
4.5(
178
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Serving Virginia Beach, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My son said that I paid too much to get a piece of siding put back on the house, however, they did tell me that the minimum was $350 to repair. Over all the tenant was very satisfied with the service and that's all that matters to me."
Chesapeake
Chesapeake, Va.
Fords Colony
Fords Colony
Chimney Cap

+45

Response time8 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Miguel Rodriguez
4.5(
114
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Serving Virginia Beach, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quality work

"Miguel came to replace an exterior door that had rot on the bottom. He replaced the entire door and frame with a new door within a couple hours. He made sure I was completely satisfied, even checked for leaks. He did such a great job that I called him back to help with my kitchen door. Price was fair, he was quick and efficient."
Response time5 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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D Design Woodworking
5.0(
16
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Serving Virginia Beach, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired D Design Woodworking to build a floor mirror utilizing an antique mirror from an English armoire. We discussed the design, the type of wood (maple) to be used and the stain color. I received the mirror yesterday and I couldnâ t be happier. The mirror looks great in the frame and Iâ m extremely impressed with the workmanship. The mirror is very substantial and the stain matches our new bedroom furniture perfectly. I cannot recommend D Design more highly."
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

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