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Sidewinder Industries Handyman Services
4.5(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Adam, from Sidewinder, was willing to come from a relatively far distance to do this job. He was able to efficiently evaluate the problem, and hire the appropriate parts to complete the project. I found him to be knowledgeable, easy to work with, reliable, and reasonably priced."
Repair and paint
Deck board install
Painting
Railing replacement
Clean and prep

+15

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Bowen Ridge Construction
4.6(
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Closet - Build

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

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

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Barton's Perfection +, LLC
3.4(
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For BusinessExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+3 more

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cody and company worked for us in the fall of 2019 getting the exterior of our new (but very old) house in shape before winter. Cody was extremely thorough in preparing the house for painting, and in repairing both, some damaged siding we were aware of, and other areas of rot that were more extensive then we knew. There was a lot to finish as the colder weather set in, but it was clear that Cody wanted to do things the right way without cutting corners. We selected a bolder variation on the previous color scheme, and the finished project looks fantastic. Cody was respectful, easy to communicate with, and fair and transparent in his pricing. We plan to work with him again on other projects in our home, including interior painting, and we recommend him and his crew without reservation."
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+77

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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New to Angi
Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace+6 more

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Hard worker punctual and dependable and willing to go above and beyond for all my customers I believe every problem has a solution.Its my job if their is a problem.l will find that solution and make sure my customer has a peace of mind when I leave their not only happy with the end result they know it's done right.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

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.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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