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Avatar for Vermonty Demolition & Construction LLC
Vermonty Demolition & Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Westford, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We found Vermonty by word of mouth and glad we listened. Outstanding demo job, clean, organized, and efficient. They worked smart and hard and handled a variety of obstacles in our old building, electrical, plumbing, and general construction related work. Would 10/10 recommend and hire again. Also- excellent communication throughout the job, young guys like this with old school work ethic and quality are hard to come by."
Diggin’
Siding removal
Siding removal
Road shoulder repair
Barn roof painting

+5

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Empirical Renovations LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Westford, VT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Empirical Renovations was great to work with. I highly recommend this company. They started on the agreed upon day to build a fence for our large yard and finished on time. They did an excellent job at a fair price."
Hand Dug Deck Footings
Interior Painting
Room #5
Garage Roof
Kitchen ceiling repair

+70

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Northern Oakes Property Management LLC
4.4(
7
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Serving Westford, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used Northern Oaks property management for several projects on our home. Dakota was knowledgeable took his time and even recommended somebody else for one project we had that he wasn’t comfortable doing. Really appreciated His knowledge and honesty would absolutely recommend Northern Oaks to any of my friends looking for stuff done around their homes."
Deck/Ramp build for a local restaurant
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Handyman Services Project
Deck/Ramp build for a local restaurant

+38

Response time5 days
Response rate91%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Tejada's Remodeling Inc
Tejada's Remodeling Inc
4.7(
31
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Serving Westford, VT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tejada's Remodeling did a wonderful job removing a sleeper sofa! Very prompt, prepared, courteous, knowledgeable, efficient, and reasonable! Highly recommend."
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+6

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Guayacan Home Improvement LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Westford, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I just want to give a big shoutout to [Company or person’s name] for the amazing job they did! They were super easy to work with—punctual, professional, and paid great attention to detail. The results honestly blew me away.🤗 I highly recommend them to any homeowner looking for quality work and a smooth experience. I’ll definitely be calling them again for future projects!"
Response time1 day
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Metal stud framing parts include the studs themselves, upper and lower tracks that act as top and bottom wall plates, various angle fasteners and clips, screws for fastening pieces togeher, metal straps, c-channel supports, and thicker steel supporting structures. Roof framing metal components include pre-fabricated trusses, heavy-gauge stud pieces, and various plates and fasteners.

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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