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"Very well they were very responsible and paid attention to detail - sought my opinion when needed"

DeeDee L on December 2022

Here at SKILLWERX CONSTRUCTION INC. we offer all your home needs. We specialize in: - KITCHEN/BATHROOM REMODELS - HOME ADDITIONS - INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING - DECKS - CONCRETE And so much more. Give us a call. Fernando S. 360-318-6438

"Very well they were very responsible and paid attention to detail - sought my opinion when needed"

DeeDee L on December 2022


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JCJ CONTRACTING LLC

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JCJ CONTRACTING LLC

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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
21 local quotes requested
2 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 start to 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.

"This company is excellent! Professional skilled workers, very detailed, on time to the day and hour and duration of the job! Goes above and beyond any expectations!! I highly recommend JCJ Contracting LLC for your projects! I will be calling them for other projects I may have in the future!!"

Kerry D on October 2025

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 start to 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.

"This company is excellent! Professional skilled workers, very detailed, on time to the day and hour and duration of the job! Goes above and beyond any expectations!! I highly recommend JCJ Contracting LLC for your projects! I will be calling them for other projects I may have in the future!!"

Kerry D on October 2025


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Sound Hart, LLC

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Sound Hart, LLC

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Customers say: Quality work
11 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

You've visualized the perfect design for your home over and over. Now it's time to make the dream a reality! Whether you're looking to create a more minimalist feel or a more stylistically-driven interior living space, Sound Hart Builders can get you there through our defined, turnkey, full-service remodeling process. We'll manage the project from A-Z, including sub contractors and material providers. Allowing you the freedom to keep up with your busy life. Sounds Hart Builders specialize in an all-in-one approach to home improvement: We coordinate all aspects of your project. We manage design. We handle the permitting process. We work closely with skilled professionals of every trade. We complete post-job cleanup. The vision you have for your home remodeling project can come to life faster and easier than you imagined. Sound Harts experienced professionals have spent 15 years helping Washingtonians turn their spaces into dream homes that reflect their personalities!

"They were awesome. Informative and efficient. Would definitely recommended. Thank you for a wonderful job you have done to the driveway."

Ton D on July 2025

You've visualized the perfect design for your home over and over. Now it's time to make the dream a reality! Whether you're looking to create a more minimalist feel or a more stylistically-driven interior living space, Sound Hart Builders can get you there through our defined, turnkey, full-service remodeling process. We'll manage the project from A-Z, including sub contractors and material providers. Allowing you the freedom to keep up with your busy life. Sounds Hart Builders specialize in an all-in-one approach to home improvement: We coordinate all aspects of your project. We manage design. We handle the permitting process. We work closely with skilled professionals of every trade. We complete post-job cleanup. The vision you have for your home remodeling project can come to life faster and easier than you imagined. Sound Harts experienced professionals have spent 15 years helping Washingtonians turn their spaces into dream homes that reflect their personalities!

"They were awesome. Informative and efficient. Would definitely recommended. Thank you for a wonderful job you have done to the driveway."

Ton D on July 2025


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25 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in cabinetry installation, custom closets, interior trim and decorative molding installation, built-in furniture, and a variety of related projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in cabinetry installation, custom closets, interior trim and decorative molding installation, built-in furniture, and a variety of related projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!


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Restoration Solutions 6 LLC

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Restoration Solutions 6 LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 local quotes requested

We are a family owned construction company based here in Arlington WA. We specialize in but are not limited to: Painting, Drywall, Flooring, Home Remodel, Masonry, Carpentry, Tile Work, Rot Repair, Decking and Siding to name a few. Our family owned and operated business is committed to providing reliable services at reasonable prices. We hope to hear from you soon.

"Friendly, competent and hardworking. Charged less than quoted after realizing the damage was not as serious as first suspected. Will hire again!"

David A on September 2025

We are a family owned construction company based here in Arlington WA. We specialize in but are not limited to: Painting, Drywall, Flooring, Home Remodel, Masonry, Carpentry, Tile Work, Rot Repair, Decking and Siding to name a few. Our family owned and operated business is committed to providing reliable services at reasonable prices. We hope to hear from you soon.

"Friendly, competent and hardworking. Charged less than quoted after realizing the damage was not as serious as first suspected. Will hire again!"

David A on September 2025



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Northmen Enterprises

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Northmen Enterprises

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to 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.

"Northmen Enterprise responded promptly and with the upmost professionalism throughout our project. Stefan works efficiently and provides pragmatic explanation when home owner input is necessary. The cabinet and crown molding work was excellent. I highly recommend Northmen Enterprises."

Jake L on January 2021

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to 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.

"Northmen Enterprise responded promptly and with the upmost professionalism throughout our project. Stefan works efficiently and provides pragmatic explanation when home owner input is necessary. The cabinet and crown molding work was excellent. I highly recommend Northmen Enterprises."

Jake L on January 2021


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Burlingame Contracting

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Burlingame Contracting

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 local quotes requested

We are a local Whatcom County family run business who specializes in residential remodels and additions. No project is too big or too small. We can do anything from siding, decks, fences, to bathroom and kitchen remodels. We also do ADU's DADU's and can help facilitate the permitting process.

"Paul Burlingame (and team) constructed a basement garage and attached ADU on the side of our 100 year old house - no small feat at all. Initially we were a little guarded because of all the horror stories you hear about shiesty contractors, but our experience with Paul has been nothing but positive throughout the entire build. He has a keen attention to detail and values good quality work. For example, there were a couple crucial details that were not described by our engineer, and Paul worked hard to determine the right course of action. In the end, what he came up with was better than we could have imagined. Not only is he personable and a knowledgeable contractor, he has an eye for aesthetic which was a delight as we discussed design options, from trim details to pergola hardware. In the end, Paul and his team built us a stunning 800 sf 2 story ADU and 400 sf basement garage, that feels spacious and contemporary while beautifully tying together with the exterior of our existing 1920s Tudor Revival home. I can not recommend Burlingame Contracting enough! Thank you Paul!!"

Claire C on December 2022

We are a local Whatcom County family run business who specializes in residential remodels and additions. No project is too big or too small. We can do anything from siding, decks, fences, to bathroom and kitchen remodels. We also do ADU's DADU's and can help facilitate the permitting process.

"Paul Burlingame (and team) constructed a basement garage and attached ADU on the side of our 100 year old house - no small feat at all. Initially we were a little guarded because of all the horror stories you hear about shiesty contractors, but our experience with Paul has been nothing but positive throughout the entire build. He has a keen attention to detail and values good quality work. For example, there were a couple crucial details that were not described by our engineer, and Paul worked hard to determine the right course of action. In the end, what he came up with was better than we could have imagined. Not only is he personable and a knowledgeable contractor, he has an eye for aesthetic which was a delight as we discussed design options, from trim details to pergola hardware. In the end, Paul and his team built us a stunning 800 sf 2 story ADU and 400 sf basement garage, that feels spacious and contemporary while beautifully tying together with the exterior of our existing 1920s Tudor Revival home. I can not recommend Burlingame Contracting enough! Thank you Paul!!"

Claire C on December 2022


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Emerybuilders, LLC

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Emerybuilders, LLC

4.94(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
57 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

Emerybuilders, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Very good experience!!"

Kobus E on November 2025

Emerybuilders, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Very good experience!!"

Kobus E on November 2025


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Rubens Landscape Asphalt

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Rubens Landscape Asphalt

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
26 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

Rubens Landscape & Asphalt, Inc, has been in business since 2008 and has over 20+ years of experience! We specialize in all your Residential & Commercial Improvement project needs, and guarantee you a job well done! We expertly provide a wide range of services, you name it we are you professionals! We strive to exceed the building owner's expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way you want it. We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to every critical detail. Proudly serving Ferndale, WA & surrounding areas. Free estimates. Call today and be treated with the utmost Courtesy and Respect!

"Rubens did an excellent job. They were able to start a couple of days earlier than the original date. They completely removed the old driveway and installed a new asphalt driveway that was several feet wider than the original. We are very pleased and would definitely recommend Rubens Landscape & Asphalt."

Elmo T on July 2025

Rubens Landscape & Asphalt, Inc, has been in business since 2008 and has over 20+ years of experience! We specialize in all your Residential & Commercial Improvement project needs, and guarantee you a job well done! We expertly provide a wide range of services, you name it we are you professionals! We strive to exceed the building owner's expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way you want it. We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to every critical detail. Proudly serving Ferndale, WA & surrounding areas. Free estimates. Call today and be treated with the utmost Courtesy and Respect!

"Rubens did an excellent job. They were able to start a couple of days earlier than the original date. They completely removed the old driveway and installed a new asphalt driveway that was several feet wider than the original. We are very pleased and would definitely recommend Rubens Landscape & Asphalt."

Elmo T on July 2025

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

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.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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