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Kennison Construction LLC
4.1(
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Serving Calais, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have hired these guys to come back and do more work at my home. They are very knowledgeable and easy to work with. Phone calls or texts to Matt were answered in a very timely manor which I appreciated very much. Matt is local and is experienced with Vermont old homes. Repairs are complete and the cost is very reasonable. I have already recommended him to my family and friends. Thanks to Emilio and Trevor for great on-site work. You both are competent, considerate, and keep a clean safe work zone. Iâ m very happy with the job well done."
Bathroom remodel
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Exteriors & Renovations
4.4(
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Serving Calais, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Manny and his crew were on time they were print they had took off old roof put on a whole new roof in one day plus fixed my porch roof at no additional cost they cleaned up all the mess which was well done Manny had everything right in order from the dumpster being delivered to getting the shingles he kept me posted at all times he gave me a price and stuck with the price even when he did extra work on my porch roof Manny gave me a really great price and his work and workers were excellent thank u Manny ! Yur hard workers thank u again and thank u Angie !"
Another beautiful new standing seam metal
New standing seam metal
New standing seam metal
Another beautiful standing seam metal
Response time1 day
92 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Vermont Precision Contracting
4.9(
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Serving Calais, VT and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"He did a great job and I am planning on hiring him again. He was excellent with communication, honest, very professional, and the quality of work was very good. I would highly recommend them."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Josh's Handyman Service
4.0(
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Serving Calais, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh was just amazing! Knowledgeable, skilled and patient. He picked up where a previous contractor abandoned us. Fixed what was incorrect and completed the job. He delivered what he promised. Highly recommend!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Bathroom remodel
Kitchen remodel
Adding supports and blocking

+94

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Unfinished 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.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

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. 

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.

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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