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Last update on October 19, 2025

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Avatar for Paul Kobyluch Craftsman
Paul Kobyluch Craftsman
4.8(
26
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Serving Chester, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Paul was amazing - truly exceeded our expectations for the built ins around our fireplace that he helped design. They have changed the whole room, we could not be happier!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fitzpatrick Home Inspection
4.5(
25
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Serving Chester, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Michael is a fantastic builder, very personable, informative and I value his opinion. Overall I will recommend Michael to anyone who needs building needs and I will continue to use him for future building needs."
wanescoting
wall repair and paint
deck repair
deck repair
pressure washing

+88

Response time11 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc
4.7(
31
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Serving Chester, VT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These guys did a remarkable job. They put in a full days work to make a pool deck that had long been neglected look like new again! I highly recommend them to anyone that needs power washing. They did not miss a spot! Really nice guys, hard workers, very respectful!"
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+6

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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LGRYAN CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
7
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Serving Chester, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great workers. Everything was done perfectly. The guys were friendly and professional. Very reasonably priced. Very respectful of my house. Cleaned up afterwords and took the trash with them. Very happy with the work and will definitely hire them for any future projects. Highly recommend."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S.A.T. Handyman Services
4.7(
9
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Serving Chester, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Spiros was awesome! He put together my fiancée’s bed frame as well as fixed her closet!!!"
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+3

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Bowen Ridge Construction
5.0(
7
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Serving Chester, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fantastic! Bowen Ridge Construction has a great team! They know how to get the job done! They get right to the task and do an amazing job. We were amazed as to how much they were able to accomplish in the time frame that they had! Quality work. Highly recommend! Can’t wait for them to be back for our next renovations!"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+106

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sidewinder Industries Handyman Services
4.5(
8
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Serving Chester, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Very flexible with scheduling, attentive to what I wanted, paid attention to details, and communicated effectively."
Repair and paint
Deck board install
Painting
Railing replacement
Clean and prep

+15

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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EAM LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Chester, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job. Very quickly and expertly took care of deck support issues that I had. Very reasonable pricing and cost. Highly recommend."
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Christopher's Handyman
5.0(
2
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Serving Chester, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"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."
Bathroom Renovation
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Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation

+22

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

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.

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