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Tejada's Remodeling Inc
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Rochester, VT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tejada’s remodeling will go above and beyond to make sure you are happy with the services provided. They were flexible and worked around our schedule. I already have them scheduled for more work this month! They do it all! Thank you Tejada’s!!!"
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Exteriors & Renovations
4.4(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Rochester, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Thoroughly professional company, detailed explanation of the job they would do and they followed through on everything. Competitively priced and got my job done really fast. Can't ask for more than what they delivered. Highly, highly recommend!"
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Alden Painting
4.7(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Rochester, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"John and his team completed the work in a professional, timely, and efficient manner. Perfect job from top to bottom. John is a true gentlemen. True to his word, reliable and honest - with an excellent work ethic. In my opinion, hire him. You will be extremely pleased with his work product."
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Yes, professionals can install new frames, trim, and threshold adjustments for a complete finish.

By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

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