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Q: What are the different types of porches?

• <div><p>Several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-porch.htm">types of porches</a> are available to meet your needs and style preferences. Some common porch types include:</p><ul><li><p><b>Porticos</b> are essentially a roof over a walkway leading to the home's front entrance. </p></li><li><p><b>Sunrooms </b>are closed-in porches that are an extension of the house with glass or plastic panels that allow optimal sunlight. </p></li><li><p><b>Wraparound porches</b> extend around the entire home, or at least the front and one side, and offer multiple entrances to the house.</p></li><li><p><b>Back porches </b>are an extension of the home&rsquo;s floor into the outdoors. These offer more protection and privacy than a deck.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Are log cabins difficult to maintain?

• <div><p>Log cabins are relatively difficult to maintain compared to a traditional house. That&rsquo;s because log cabins require regular upkeep and care that can include refinishing and corncob blasting, a process similar to sandblasting that shoots ground-up corncob with compressed air.</p></div>

Q: What are the alternatives to soffits?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/soffit-vs-fascia.htm">Fascia and soffits differ</a> in their location and design, but fascia vents are the most popular alternative to soffits. These are a bit more hidden than soffits, but depending on the structure of your roof, they can cost more to install and maintain. They are also installed around the entire roof, whereas soffits can be placed only where you need them or, if the aesthetics bother you, somewhere out of sight. </p></div>

Q: Can you leave a gazebo up permanently?

• <div><p>Yes, many gazebos are permanent structures built onto the land. However, if you have a portable gazebo that isn&rsquo;t secured to the ground, you&rsquo;ll want to check the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions to understand when to put it away. Generally speaking, when it&rsquo;s particularly windy or wet outside, you should take down your temporary gazebo.</p></div>

Q: What is the purpose of a gazebo?

• <div><p>The main purpose of a gazebo is to provide a covered space for people to gather comfortably. They&rsquo;re an excellent place for summertime get-togethers because the roof protects you and your guests from the sun. However, gazebos can also serve as a design feature, adding a bit of charm to a backyard or garden.</p></div>

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Last update on April 17, 2024

Reviewed in April 2024
Thes guys were great. I got 5 quotes and these guys were priced competitively, did everything they said and even did extra work including all new lead flashing ariund chimney and added rain guards over the doors after the fact. This roof is now guaranteed for 30 years in writing and transferable!
Clear Choice Home Improvements, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Showed up on time and finished the project. I was glad to get that tree down. Pleasant and answered all my questions. Cost was affordable and I was pleased with the results.
Vermont Outdoor People
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Reviewed in August 2023
Stephen and his crew have been taking care of our property for the last 12 years. His team is professional and prompt and always willing to adjust to our needs. In addition to weekly service they have helped us with several landscaping projects, from building a blue stone patio for our fire pit...
Post Road Landscape Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2022
Greg Dulac is an excellent carpenter and home remodeler. His work is thorough and creative. He has done multiple projects for us including a porch floor replacement, laundry room door replacement and design, and other structural work. He is a pleasure to work with.
Precision Building & Remodeling
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Reviewed in December 2022
Greg Dulac is an excellent carpenter. He has done multiple projects for us at our Vermont home, including replacement of a porch, replacement of interior doors, painting, and exterior molding and structural member replacement. His work has been thorough and on time. He has terrific ideas about...
Precision Building Enterpises
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Reviewed in October 2022
It went great super nice people and they where quick to get there and get the job done efficient amazing work.
Hybrid epoxy floors
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Reviewed in September 2022
They did a great job! Always showed up when they were supposed to and I never had any issues with them at all.
Murcat PM LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
Mark and Caleb did a fantastic job cutting down the trees and stacking the wood in neat piles. They cleaned up all the branches and debris. Mark is the trapeze artist who climbs to the top of the trees to cut them in sections, being precisely careful as to where it lands so as to not harm...
Accelerated Property Management, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
They did exceptional quality work, excellent customer service, I would definitely recommend their service.
Hillside Builders, LLC - Home Facebook
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Reviewed in February 2021
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...
Simply Colors LLC
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Peter Forrest Painting Service

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Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I concur with Steve L. in North Clarendon,Vt. Peter was precise, careful and thoroughâ ¦and honest. He set up his â working stationâ and kept everything neat and cleanâ ¦He did a complete overhaul of the outside of my houseâ ¦replacing the rotten wood and painting the new wood."

+11

Response time8 hrs

Response rate93%

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Fitzpatrick Home Inspection

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Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Joe Fitzpatrick did an amazing job. The price was extremely reasonable. He refinished and repaired wood floors in three rooms. They look incredible now!"

+88

Response time11 hrs

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Recommended by78%of homeowners

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

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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%

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Sidewinder Industries Handyman Services

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Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Sidewinder Industries was very knowledgeable, accessible, and helpful. Sidewinder Industries went out of its way to help and support. Thank you"

+15

Response time6 hrs

Response rate100%

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

I'm currently looking for some fill in work for this winter. I'm a very capable carpenter/painter. I have full time work Monday through Friday, but have some availability on weekends.

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They finished the job in record time and did an excellent job. The painter was courteous and competent, and did his job beautifully."

Response time2 days

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Recommended by50%of homeowners

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Barton's Perfection +, LLC

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Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The most careful, neat, accommodating, organized, and qualified painter we ve experienced in our 6 decades of hiring painters. The work was of the highest standard."

+77

Response time5 hrs

Recommended by80%of homeowners

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Adam and his team did an amazing job on completing a backyard fence for my family. He was hardworking and detailed with the work. Kept me updated through every step of the way from the permit process, ordering materials and check-ins as the build was happening. Our fence is great! He also completed a custom railing and gate to attach to our existing deck. Will definitely be using we do it all again for future projects."

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Total Coverage Painting

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Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

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I have twenty five plus years of painting experience along with drywall and taping repairs. i have many repeat customers and I take pride in my work. I do all the necessary prep work and written estimates for everything that will be done .\n

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Cully Thurston Painting

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Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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Emergency services offered

"Cully and Selena did a great job at a fair and competitive price. Very happy with their work"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Gazebos questions, answered by experts

Several types of porches are available to meet your needs and style preferences. Some common porch types include:

Porticos are essentially a roof over a walkway leading to the home's front entrance.
Sunrooms are closed-in porches that are an extension of the house with glass or plastic panels that allow optimal sunlight.
Wraparound porches extend around the entire home, or at least the front and one side, and offer multiple entrances to the house.
Back porches are an extension of the home’s floor into the outdoors. These offer more protection and privacy than a deck.

Log cabins are relatively difficult to maintain compared to a traditional house. That’s because log cabins require regular upkeep and care that can include refinishing and corncob blasting, a process similar to sandblasting that shoots ground-up corncob with compressed air.

Fascia and soffits differ in their location and design, but fascia vents are the most popular alternative to soffits. These are a bit more hidden than soffits, but depending on the structure of your roof, they can cost more to install and maintain. They are also installed around the entire roof, whereas soffits can be placed only where you need them or, if the aesthetics bother you, somewhere out of sight.

Yes, many gazebos are permanent structures built onto the land. However, if you have a portable gazebo that isn’t secured to the ground, you’ll want to check the manufacturer’s instructions to understand when to put it away. Generally speaking, when it’s particularly windy or wet outside, you should take down your temporary gazebo.

The main purpose of a gazebo is to provide a covered space for people to gather comfortably. They’re an excellent place for summertime get-togethers because the roof protects you and your guests from the sun. However, gazebos can also serve as a design feature, adding a bit of charm to a backyard or garden.

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