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Ridge Top Painting & Carpentry

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Ridge Top Painting & Carpentry

4.97(
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Super Service Award
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 years of experience

With over 21 years of professional contracting experience, I am here to address any or all of your painting interior and exterior, remodeling general, roofing, carpentry, building contractor, bathroom and kitchen remodel, walk in tile showers

"Jeff Lemire was awesome to work with! He showed up on time, the price was extremely reasonable, and he was very professional throughout the whole job. He kept us in the loop the entire time, was super responsive whenever we had a question, and clearly knows his stuff. Overall, it was a great experience and I’d definitely recommend Jeff to anyone looking for reliable, quality work."

Jen H on September 2025

With over 21 years of professional contracting experience, I am here to address any or all of your painting interior and exterior, remodeling general, roofing, carpentry, building contractor, bathroom and kitchen remodel, walk in tile showers

"Jeff Lemire was awesome to work with! He showed up on time, the price was extremely reasonable, and he was very professional throughout the whole job. He kept us in the loop the entire time, was super responsive whenever we had a question, and clearly knows his stuff. Overall, it was a great experience and I’d definitely recommend Jeff to anyone looking for reliable, quality work."

Jen H on September 2025


"I was very impressed working with this company. Communication was superb right off the bat. We went over the job in detail, and it was completed perfectly. The company is very professional and pays attention to every detail. The price was good too! They also cleaned the area thoroughly and my property looks exquisite. Hire this company with confidence. Thank you!"

John C on October 2025

Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy

"I was very impressed working with this company. Communication was superb right off the bat. We went over the job in detail, and it was completed perfectly. The company is very professional and pays attention to every detail. The price was good too! They also cleaned the area thoroughly and my property looks exquisite. Hire this company with confidence. Thank you!"

John C on October 2025


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Rokes Renovations

5.00(
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Rokes Renovations

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
40 years of experience

At Rokes Renovations, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality regardless of how large or small the job.

"Warren is a great guy. He went above and beyond to build the addition on our home."

Timothy E on November 2023

At Rokes Renovations, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality regardless of how large or small the job.

"Warren is a great guy. He went above and beyond to build the addition on our home."

Timothy E on November 2023


Bowen Ridge Construction

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Bowen Ridge Construction

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

We are a full service building and remodeling contractor. We have been in the construction industry for more than 20 years. We remodel all aspects of your home, Kitchens, Baths, living areas and so much more. We also will build new homes, decks, garages, and out buildings. Our ability to accurately price jobs, puts us in a league of our own. We have the Best People, Best Products, Best Results, Everytime. Come experience the differences.

"Joe and his team put a beautiful addition on to my house. He did a great job of communicating and worked with us on pricing throughout. I would recommend him without hesitation."

Jesse Y on May 2024

We are a full service building and remodeling contractor. We have been in the construction industry for more than 20 years. We remodel all aspects of your home, Kitchens, Baths, living areas and so much more. We also will build new homes, decks, garages, and out buildings. Our ability to accurately price jobs, puts us in a league of our own. We have the Best People, Best Products, Best Results, Everytime. Come experience the differences.

"Joe and his team put a beautiful addition on to my house. He did a great job of communicating and worked with us on pricing throughout. I would recommend him without hesitation."

Jesse Y on May 2024


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Keegan Burnham Construction

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Keegan Burnham Construction

5.00(
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Super Service Award
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"He was courteous, prompt and performed the repairs in a timing manner. Very satisfied with his work! I?d hire him again and highly recommend him!"

kim s on July 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"He was courteous, prompt and performed the repairs in a timing manner. Very satisfied with his work! I?d hire him again and highly recommend him!"

kim s on July 2025


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S.A.T. Handyman Services

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S.A.T. Handyman Services

4.67(
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Customers say: Quality work
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

S.A.T. Handyman Services is locally owned and operated with over 15 years of experience in all types of Home Repair and Furniture Assembly Services. We are a trustworthy company who likes to do the job right from the start and we go beyond the call of duty to please our clients. Please call or click for an estimate today

"Great job. Arrived when he said he would."

Joy K on August 2024

S.A.T. Handyman Services is locally owned and operated with over 15 years of experience in all types of Home Repair and Furniture Assembly Services. We are a trustworthy company who likes to do the job right from the start and we go beyond the call of duty to please our clients. Please call or click for an estimate today

"Great job. Arrived when he said he would."

Joy K on August 2024


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ACG Construction Group LLC

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ACG Construction Group LLC

4.67(
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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

ACG Construction Group is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. With services to fit any budget.

"ACG did a brand new roof for me. Insurance gave me three weeks to get it finished and they completed it efficiently and well before the deadline. Very communicative, responsive & professional. Job looks great, absolutely would recommend using ACG. "

Evan R on November 2025

ACG Construction Group is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. With services to fit any budget.

"ACG did a brand new roof for me. Insurance gave me three weeks to get it finished and they completed it efficiently and well before the deadline. Very communicative, responsive & professional. Job looks great, absolutely would recommend using ACG. "

Evan R on November 2025


Brown Dog Builders

5.00(
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Brown Dog Builders

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

Welcome to Brown Dog Builders! We are a custom home building and remodeling company focused on lifestyle upgrades to primary and second homes in southern Vermont. We take pride in the quality of our work and customer satisfaction. Reach out to us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"We hired Brian Spear to gut and renovate our coop at Birch Hill. Brian offered great insight with design concepts, took initiative and did an outstanding job on the project with the help of his intelligent, kind and skilled team that reflect his true intentions. Everything they did, they did well. The only improvement for all our sakes would have been to get a clear idea of overall cost in a contract but itâ  s clearly a hard time to do that with material costs, labor costs etc. We are in the home stretch now and have a short check list for Brian. He may not be back soon, but we know he will return when he can. Brian is a super guy and keeps on smiling. Thank you Brown Dog!"

Sarah E on September 2023

Welcome to Brown Dog Builders! We are a custom home building and remodeling company focused on lifestyle upgrades to primary and second homes in southern Vermont. We take pride in the quality of our work and customer satisfaction. Reach out to us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"We hired Brian Spear to gut and renovate our coop at Birch Hill. Brian offered great insight with design concepts, took initiative and did an outstanding job on the project with the help of his intelligent, kind and skilled team that reflect his true intentions. Everything they did, they did well. The only improvement for all our sakes would have been to get a clear idea of overall cost in a contract but itâ  s clearly a hard time to do that with material costs, labor costs etc. We are in the home stretch now and have a short check list for Brian. He may not be back soon, but we know he will return when he can. Brian is a super guy and keeps on smiling. Thank you Brown Dog!"

Sarah E on September 2023


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EAM LLC

5.00(
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EAM LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with.  Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"Great job. Very quickly and expertly took care of deck support issues that I had. Very reasonable pricing and cost. Highly recommend."

Brian B on June 2025

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with.  Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"Great job. Very quickly and expertly took care of deck support issues that I had. Very reasonable pricing and cost. Highly recommend."

Brian B on June 2025


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Christopher's Handyman

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Christopher's Handyman

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

Christopher's Handyman is the premier handyman company of the Windam area. With more than a decade of experience working on all kinds of repairs projects. Christopher's Handyman is unrivaled in their commitment to customer service and will always offer the most competitive pricing. Give Christopher's Handyman a call today and get the best work for you dollar! Estimates will cost a minimum of $100.00.

"Christopher is doing a nice job repairing some water damage in my kitchen and refinishing my hard wood floors. I have a few more projects that I will be doing in the near future and will not hesitate calling Chris for these as well."

Carol M on September 2021

Christopher's Handyman is the premier handyman company of the Windam area. With more than a decade of experience working on all kinds of repairs projects. Christopher's Handyman is unrivaled in their commitment to customer service and will always offer the most competitive pricing. Give Christopher's Handyman a call today and get the best work for you dollar! Estimates will cost a minimum of $100.00.

"Christopher is doing a nice job repairing some water damage in my kitchen and refinishing my hard wood floors. I have a few more projects that I will be doing in the near future and will not hesitate calling Chris for these as well."

Carol M on September 2021

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

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