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Peter Forrest Painting Service

4.90(
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Peter Forrest Painting Service

4.90(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
2001 years of experience

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 the start to the 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.

"Pete did great quality work, communicated well, and provided great guidance on paint colors and ways to do things to make them look best and save use $. Highly recommend"

Curtis L on July 2024

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 the start to the 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.

"Pete did great quality work, communicated well, and provided great guidance on paint colors and ways to do things to make them look best and save use $. Highly recommend"

Curtis L on July 2024


Sidewinder Industries Handyman Services

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

Sidewinder Industries Handyman Services

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

"Hi there! We’re Sidewinder Handyman Services, proudly serving homeowners since 2025. Whether it’s a small repair, a big upgrade, or something in between, we’re here to make your projects simple, stress-free, and affordable. Our goal is to take the hassle out of home maintenance so you can focus on enjoying your space. Let’s get your to-do list done! Reach out today for your FREE quote and see how easy it can be to love your home again."

"Very good and honest work!"

Logan B on October 2025

"Hi there! We’re Sidewinder Handyman Services, proudly serving homeowners since 2025. Whether it’s a small repair, a big upgrade, or something in between, we’re here to make your projects simple, stress-free, and affordable. Our goal is to take the hassle out of home maintenance so you can focus on enjoying your space. Let’s get your to-do list done! Reach out today for your FREE quote and see how easy it can be to love your home again."

"Very good and honest work!"

Logan B on October 2025


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Barton's Perfection +, LLC

4.10(
5
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Barton's Perfection +, LLC

4.10(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2019 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 21 years of experience in the general contracting industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. Start that 2023 year off with perfection + Licensed & Insured! MOST IMPORTANTLY : We understand not every customer is looking for just good work. They're looking to find a go to. Someone who not only astounds them with their work but astounds them with transparency! Astounds them with glowing positive energy on the first encounter which grows a powerfully stout trust between individuals! Here is a link to our facebook page. Many reviews by trusted repeat customers and just another great way to get familiar with Barton's Perfection + LLC. Here is the link. https://www.facebook.com/BartonsPerfectionPlus/ Owner - CodyBarton 802 - 369 - 9656 Barton's Perfection + LLC

"We hired Cody to do some wallboard repair and to replace 4 interior Luan doors with 4 standard Masonite slabs in existing pre-hung door frames. The wall repair came out great, but the doors turned out to be well beyond his skill level. A carpenter friend had measured and delivered the doors to us, but he became too busy to do the work so we hired Cody. Surprisingly Cody claimed the standard doors were 1/8â too wide and too tall, and that both the width and height had to be trimmed. We questioned him but trusted his â expertiseâ and relented. He wound up cutting off so much of the width and height that we are left with visible gaps between the doors and the jambs. And because the barrel of the doorknobs did not reach the strike plates, he "fixed" his mistake by â doubled upâ two strike plates on each door so three catch - the fourth still doesn't. In short, he ruined $400 worth of doors, which have to be replaced â and installed â by a competent contractor. Cody refuses to discuss a solution, claiming that he warned us that trimming the doors would be problematic, and blaming us for telling him to cut the doors â all of which we vigorously deny. He was the one who suggested the â fix,â and we trusted he knew what he was doing. It wasnâ t until he was finished that we saw the horrific mistakes and that his workmanship was abysmal. Weâ ve never written a bad review but cannot recommend Bartonâ s Perfection if you need carpentry work. His work was far from â perfection.â"

Tom C on August 2024

With over 21 years of experience in the general contracting industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. Start that 2023 year off with perfection + Licensed & Insured! MOST IMPORTANTLY : We understand not every customer is looking for just good work. They're looking to find a go to. Someone who not only astounds them with their work but astounds them with transparency! Astounds them with glowing positive energy on the first encounter which grows a powerfully stout trust between individuals! Here is a link to our facebook page. Many reviews by trusted repeat customers and just another great way to get familiar with Barton's Perfection + LLC. Here is the link. https://www.facebook.com/BartonsPerfectionPlus/ Owner - CodyBarton 802 - 369 - 9656 Barton's Perfection + LLC

"We hired Cody to do some wallboard repair and to replace 4 interior Luan doors with 4 standard Masonite slabs in existing pre-hung door frames. The wall repair came out great, but the doors turned out to be well beyond his skill level. A carpenter friend had measured and delivered the doors to us, but he became too busy to do the work so we hired Cody. Surprisingly Cody claimed the standard doors were 1/8â too wide and too tall, and that both the width and height had to be trimmed. We questioned him but trusted his â expertiseâ and relented. He wound up cutting off so much of the width and height that we are left with visible gaps between the doors and the jambs. And because the barrel of the doorknobs did not reach the strike plates, he "fixed" his mistake by â doubled upâ two strike plates on each door so three catch - the fourth still doesn't. In short, he ruined $400 worth of doors, which have to be replaced â and installed â by a competent contractor. Cody refuses to discuss a solution, claiming that he warned us that trimming the doors would be problematic, and blaming us for telling him to cut the doors â all of which we vigorously deny. He was the one who suggested the â fix,â and we trusted he knew what he was doing. It wasnâ t until he was finished that we saw the horrific mistakes and that his workmanship was abysmal. Weâ ve never written a bad review but cannot recommend Bartonâ s Perfection if you need carpentry work. His work was far from â perfection.â"

Tom C on August 2024


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Northeast Home Services

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Northeast Home Services

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
2020 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a family, locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction.

We are a family, locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction.


"Glenn was great to work with. He first painted 2 rooms. One had very high ceilings and was a very dark color. He was very fast with both rooms. Then he sanded and refinished wood floors on 2 levels. I wish I had before pictures. The floors had been nearly destroyed by the previous owners dogs. I didn't have too much hope for them, but they look nearly new. Glenn kept us updated with his progress, left the house very clean, and the floors look great. We plan on hiring him again for future projects."

Maria m on February 2021

This business provides an all around home maintenance. We provide a 5% discount for Veterans.

"Glenn was great to work with. He first painted 2 rooms. One had very high ceilings and was a very dark color. He was very fast with both rooms. Then he sanded and refinished wood floors on 2 levels. I wish I had before pictures. The floors had been nearly destroyed by the previous owners dogs. I didn't have too much hope for them, but they look nearly new. Glenn kept us updated with his progress, left the house very clean, and the floors look great. We plan on hiring him again for future projects."

Maria m on February 2021



Husband for a Day

4.73(
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Husband for a Day

4.73(
15
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Husband for the Day has been serving the Upper Valley and beyond for 19+ years. We pride ourselves with exquisite work, personal care and we work with the customer in all aspects. We do everything from hanging a simple curtain blind to a whole house remodel. We act as a general contractor. Fully insured to two million dollars liability and we have the EPA Lead Certification. We provide the highest quality sub contractors, who are experts in their field. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional DBA - Gregg Peterson.

"Complete creep. Showed up late, hung a few pictures. Made the comment he was headed to the bedroom and see what happens in there. I didnt take it in a derogatory manner but when he asked me to come in to check something he slapped my ***. Thats when he was asked to leave. At 3:15 and he told me to pay him until 5pm. Then he stAlked me. I involved the police."

Bonnie G on January 2021

Husband for the Day has been serving the Upper Valley and beyond for 19+ years. We pride ourselves with exquisite work, personal care and we work with the customer in all aspects. We do everything from hanging a simple curtain blind to a whole house remodel. We act as a general contractor. Fully insured to two million dollars liability and we have the EPA Lead Certification. We provide the highest quality sub contractors, who are experts in their field. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional DBA - Gregg Peterson.

"Complete creep. Showed up late, hung a few pictures. Made the comment he was headed to the bedroom and see what happens in there. I didnt take it in a derogatory manner but when he asked me to come in to check something he slapped my ***. Thats when he was asked to leave. At 3:15 and he told me to pay him until 5pm. Then he stAlked me. I involved the police."

Bonnie G on January 2021



Advanced Maintenance and Finishing

4.83(
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Advanced Maintenance and Finishing

4.83(
6
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

PROVIDING HOME REPAIR, FINISHING, AND WEATHERIZATION SERVICES TO LUDLOW AND SURROUNDING TOWNS FOR OVER A DECADE, AMI HAS DEVELOPED AN UNMATCHED REPUTATION FOR PROFESSIONALISM, RELIABILITY, AND QUALITY. WITH OVER 40 YEARS OF COMBINED EXPERIENCE, AND OUR COMPLETE ARSENAL OF TOOLS, WE CAN HANDLE NEARLY ANY PROJECT FROM BASEMENT TO ROOFTOP. OUR TEAM OF HIGHLY TRAINED, LOCAL, FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES WILL GIVE YOU PEACE OF MIND IN KNOWING THAT YOUR PROJECT WILL BE HANDLED WITH THE RESPECT AND CARE IT DESERVES.

PROVIDING HOME REPAIR, FINISHING, AND WEATHERIZATION SERVICES TO LUDLOW AND SURROUNDING TOWNS FOR OVER A DECADE, AMI HAS DEVELOPED AN UNMATCHED REPUTATION FOR PROFESSIONALISM, RELIABILITY, AND QUALITY. WITH OVER 40 YEARS OF COMBINED EXPERIENCE, AND OUR COMPLETE ARSENAL OF TOOLS, WE CAN HANDLE NEARLY ANY PROJECT FROM BASEMENT TO ROOFTOP. OUR TEAM OF HIGHLY TRAINED, LOCAL, FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES WILL GIVE YOU PEACE OF MIND IN KNOWING THAT YOUR PROJECT WILL BE HANDLED WITH THE RESPECT AND CARE IT DESERVES.


Inland Building Co.

5.00(
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Inland Building Co.

5.00(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Inland Building is a two man operation. We bring in subcontracted help as the size of the job requires. We charge out at 45.00 dollars per hour and normally like to work on a time and materials basis. Materials and subcontractors provided by us are marked up 20% for profit and overhead costs. We are fully insured and stand behind our work.

"Great! Four days work, they removed and replaced the deck flooring as well as wood supports. Happy with results!"

Peter J on June 2018

Inland Building is a two man operation. We bring in subcontracted help as the size of the job requires. We charge out at 45.00 dollars per hour and normally like to work on a time and materials basis. Materials and subcontractors provided by us are marked up 20% for profit and overhead costs. We are fully insured and stand behind our work.

"Great! Four days work, they removed and replaced the deck flooring as well as wood supports. Happy with results!"

Peter J on June 2018

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Spindles on a deck may also be called balusters or pickets. While not as important to the structural support of the deck as the rail posts, they play a critical role in ensuring the deck is safe to use by closing in large gaps in the railing. For this reason, balusters must be no more than 4 inches away from one another.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

Building codes typically require handrails if your porch is 30” or more off the ground. However, it's important to check your local regulations and building codes to make sure, as this can differ depending on your location. When in doubt, check with a local porch handrail pro, who will know the local codes and be able to get permits if any are required.

If you used regular jointing sand, you can typically walk on the repaired area right away. If you used polymeric sand, wait at least 24 hours before walking on it and 48 to 72 hours before driving over it, depending on the weather. Polymeric sand needs time to fully cure and lock the pavers in place.

While the terms deck and porch are often used interchangeably, they are two distinct home features. Porches offer a roof that protects from the elements when coming and going from the house. Generally, porches are on the front of your home. On the other hand, decks are generally built in the backyard of a home and offer no roof or protection from the elements, like rain or snow. Porches typically require less maintenance and upkeep thanks to the roof, but both features require regular cleaning and repairs to maintain good condition.

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