Is an entryway a mudroom?

• <div><p>While you may hear entryways referred to as <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/should-i-add-mudroom-my-house.htm">mudrooms</a>, there are some differences. Entryways are often the entrance point to the house from a guest’s perspective, which is why they’re off the front door. Mudrooms are less formal entrances that are more for the people living in the home, which is why mudrooms are often attached to garages or the side or rear of the house. Entryways are also more formally decorated, while mudrooms are often all about utility.</p></div>

Do I need a building permit for a closet?

• <div><p>You may need a building permit to add a closet, depending on the size and kind of work required to install it. The most likely scenario requiring a permit involves changing the structure of the house and performing electrical work for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/bright-ideas-closet-lighting.htm">closet lighting</a>. A permit can cost between $100 and $450. If you’re installing a smaller reach-in closet, a permit may not be required, but always check with your local municipality and consult a closet designer or builder.</p></div>

How should I secure DIY home office built-ins to the wall?

• <div><p>When you are securing your DIY home office built-ins to the wall, you should start by<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-find-stud-in-wall.htm"> locating the wall studs</a>. You'll then want to use long screws to attach the cabinets, shelves, and bookcases directly to the wall studs. Your built-ins will be far too heavy to attach to the drywall alone by using anchors.</p></div>

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Q: How long does packing/unpacking take?

• <div><p>Most packing services take 4-12 hours, while unpacking may take 1-2 days, depending on volume.</p></div>

Q: What are some common features and upgrades for custom closets?

• <div><p>Some features and upgrades you can add (some of which increase the closet&rsquo;s value) are: modular shelving, motion-activated lighting, climate control, custom lighting, cigar humidors, revolving shoe racks, jewelry shelves, custom woodwork, and built-in laundry hampers. While only truly luxury closets have all of these, many custom closets have at least one special feature listed above. </p></div>

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Tejada's Remodeling Inc

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"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

The Handyman Company

The Handyman Company

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26 years of experience

Need Help? if its broken, cracked, or rotted we can fix it. Offering homeowner, landlord and business maintenance, and repair services. From foundation to roof we can help. Roof repair, window and door installations, tile, hardwood, laminate flooring, kitchen & bath remodeling, foundation crack repair, basement waterproofing, drywall repair, assembly service, TV mounting service and so much more

"This company is fantastic. They went above and beyond what was required for a small project that I didn't have the time to do myself. It's so difficult to find good people to do these jobs, so I was really grateful for the fast, reliable, and high quality service. I would hire them again in a heart beat. They got right back to me when I initially made the request for service, and even though they said they were busy, they went out of their way to accommodate my request in a short span of time. They also communicated consistently and reliably when I messaged them about the project. This company gets my highest endorsement."

Lucy S on April 2021

"This company is fantastic. They went above and beyond what was required for a small project that I didn't have the time to do myself. It's so difficult to find good people to do these jobs, so I was really grateful for the fast, reliable, and high quality service. I would hire them again in a heart beat. They got right back to me when I initially made the request for service, and even though they said they were busy, they went out of their way to accommodate my request in a short span of time. They also communicated consistently and reliably when I messaged them about the project. This company gets my highest endorsement."

Lucy S on April 2021

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Paul Kobyluch Craftsman

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40 years of experience

Paul Kobyluch has been a leader in cabinetry and woodworking in Salem, NY, since 1985. A Graduate of Cooper Union College in Design and Fine Art, Paul designs and creates functional art for homes and business in the New England and New York City Areas including but not limited to Saratoga Springs, Manchester and Albany. He has been showcased in Better Homes and Gardens in both January 2002 and 2003 editions. Every piece is designed around your needs and personal goals providing professional, top quality work at a competative price.

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EFX Cleaning Services

Cleveland Avenue

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EFX Cleaning Services

Cleveland Avenue

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20 years of experience

Professional commercial and residential cleaning services for Southern VT and surrounding areas.

Beaudette Carpentry

455 Tunnel Street

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Beaudette Carpentry

455 Tunnel Street

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25 years of experience

Beaudette Carpentry is a full-service company specializing in finish carpentry, framing, roofing and more. Our company brings many years of building experience and we insure successful projects by working closely with our clients and a carefully chosen group of subcontractors and suppliers. Beaudette Carpentry welcomes and encourages client participation at every step of the way. Carpentry with a conscience!

Stowe Craft and Design

55 Mountain RD

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Stowe Craft and Design

55 Mountain RD

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28 years of experience

We are an interior design center and gallery. We work with area contractors and builders as well as source for destinations projects. ASID interior designer and a crafts-woman, business owner and designer support our gallery.

Rhodes builders & professional home services

60 Tori Lane Po Box 4061

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Rhodes builders & professional home services

60 Tori Lane Po Box 4061

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rhodes builders & professional home services has been serving southern vt eastern ny and north western mass for the last 40 years started by harold rhodes now owned by peter rhodes we have built restored or maintained homes for over 40 years there are no jobs too small. we want help you with all your home needs building remodeling handyman services yard clean ups and much much more if we cant do the job we know who can give us a call

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Maple Snow Woodworks

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Maple Snow Woodworks is a solely owned company that can handle any construction job that you may need. From new construction or remodeling to custom furniture we do it all.

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Closets questions, answered by experts

While you may hear entryways referred to as mudrooms, there are some differences. Entryways are often the entrance point to the house from a guest’s perspective, which is why they’re off the front door. Mudrooms are less formal entrances that are more for the people living in the home, which is why mudrooms are often attached to garages or the side or rear of the house. Entryways are also more formally decorated, while mudrooms are often all about utility.

You may need a building permit to add a closet, depending on the size and kind of work required to install it. The most likely scenario requiring a permit involves changing the structure of the house and performing electrical work for closet lighting. A permit can cost between $100 and $450. If you’re installing a smaller reach-in closet, a permit may not be required, but always check with your local municipality and consult a closet designer or builder.

Most packing services take 4-12 hours, while unpacking may take 1-2 days, depending on volume.

Some features and upgrades you can add (some of which increase the closet’s value) are: modular shelving, motion-activated lighting, climate control, custom lighting, cigar humidors, revolving shoe racks, jewelry shelves, custom woodwork, and built-in laundry hampers. While only truly luxury closets have all of these, many custom closets have at least one special feature listed above.

When you are securing your DIY home office built-ins to the wall, you should start by locating the wall studs. You'll then want to use long screws to attach the cabinets, shelves, and bookcases directly to the wall studs. Your built-ins will be far too heavy to attach to the drywall alone by using anchors.

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