Hi I’m Taha, 24—a licensed General Contractor and Realtor with an engineering background. I’ve been in construction and real estate since 2016, tackling everything from small repairs to full home builds. Whether it’s a quick fix or a big project, I get the job done right—no shortcuts, just solid work at a fair price.
""Taha and his team did a bathroom remodel for us and did a fantastic job. Professional, efficient, and great attention to detail. Highly recommend!""
Rodger S on May 2025
Hi I’m Taha, 24—a licensed General Contractor and Realtor with an engineering background. I’ve been in construction and real estate since 2016, tackling everything from small repairs to full home builds. Whether it’s a quick fix or a big project, I get the job done right—no shortcuts, just solid work at a fair price.
""Taha and his team did a bathroom remodel for us and did a fantastic job. Professional, efficient, and great attention to detail. Highly recommend!""
Rodger S on May 2025
Skytop Timberworks 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 our 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. We specialize in deck builds, custom woodworking
"Skyler and his team were exceptional. Not only are they great human beings, their work was top notch and the pricing was extremely fair. Their attention to detail and workmanship is exquisite and they tackled our very big deck rebuild with confidence and excelled at the project. I wish I had more projects to hire them for!"
Annie A on May 2025
Skytop Timberworks 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 our 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. We specialize in deck builds, custom woodworking
"Skyler and his team were exceptional. Not only are they great human beings, their work was top notch and the pricing was extremely fair. Their attention to detail and workmanship is exquisite and they tackled our very big deck rebuild with confidence and excelled at the project. I wish I had more projects to hire them for!"
Annie A on May 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Much more than a complete siding job. Pergo flooring throughout the entire house, replacing 26 year old carpet. We had a new porch build with a roof fence built, another porch refurbished, inside work. After seeing the skill level we added more work we wanted to complete like tree removal, new security light, porch ceiling fan etc…we love our new oasis. Would recommend for any job big or small! "
Malinda G on April 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Much more than a complete siding job. Pergo flooring throughout the entire house, replacing 26 year old carpet. We had a new porch build with a roof fence built, another porch refurbished, inside work. After seeing the skill level we added more work we wanted to complete like tree removal, new security light, porch ceiling fan etc…we love our new oasis. Would recommend for any job big or small! "
Malinda G on April 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. Call us today!
"Dillon did an amazing job. Showed up on early and communicated with me great throughout the process"
Kyle J on May 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. Call us today!
"Dillon did an amazing job. Showed up on early and communicated with me great throughout the process"
Kyle J on May 2025
8 years
"The young men that came out to do the job were lovely. Very capable,efficient,timely,easy to deal with, and kept their word on all counts! Will definitely tell others about their good service !! I was very pleased."
Pamela G on May 2025
8 years
"The young men that came out to do the job were lovely. Very capable,efficient,timely,easy to deal with, and kept their word on all counts! Will definitely tell others about their good service !! I was very pleased."
Pamela G on May 2025
We are a local family owned and operated business. We have been in the business for over 10+ years. We are a NADCA (National Air Duct Cleaners Association) certified member. We specialize in Chimney Inspections ( Level I & II), cleanings, repairs, cap sales, woodstove insert cleanings, animal removal, dryer vent cleanings, & Air Duct Cleanings. Licensed and Insured!
"Customer service was great! He called before he came and he came early! Educated me on how to properly use my gas logs. Will definitely recommend and use them again."
Nicole P on May 2023
We are a local family owned and operated business. We have been in the business for over 10+ years. We are a NADCA (National Air Duct Cleaners Association) certified member. We specialize in Chimney Inspections ( Level I & II), cleanings, repairs, cap sales, woodstove insert cleanings, animal removal, dryer vent cleanings, & Air Duct Cleanings. Licensed and Insured!
"Customer service was great! He called before he came and he came early! Educated me on how to properly use my gas logs. Will definitely recommend and use them again."
Nicole P on May 2023
Our names are Zackary Umsted & Gary Tuomela your local owner operator construction partners driven by a passion for craftsmanship and a deep-rooted pride in my work. Specializing in framing, decking, windows, doors, siding, painting, metal and shingle roofing. We're dedicated to building more than just structures - building a stronger, more beautiful community, one project at a time. As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of creating spaces that bring families together and enhance the fabric of our neighborhoods. With every build, we pour our heart and soul into creating something that not only stands the test of time but also contributes to the legacy of our community. Construction rooted in family values and a commitment to building a brighter future. (828) 514-1054 (561) 254-0050
"Excellent! The Hidden Cove Construction crew was awesome. They did a fantastic job in a really difficult situation. The roof they replaced was underneath a large outdoor deck and there was little room to work. They were up and down multiple ladders for two straight days, working in tight spaces, and finished the job ahead of schedule. I highly recommend them. They are very diligent, dependable, and meticulous. I would hire them again anytime."
Ron N on May 2025
Our names are Zackary Umsted & Gary Tuomela your local owner operator construction partners driven by a passion for craftsmanship and a deep-rooted pride in my work. Specializing in framing, decking, windows, doors, siding, painting, metal and shingle roofing. We're dedicated to building more than just structures - building a stronger, more beautiful community, one project at a time. As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of creating spaces that bring families together and enhance the fabric of our neighborhoods. With every build, we pour our heart and soul into creating something that not only stands the test of time but also contributes to the legacy of our community. Construction rooted in family values and a commitment to building a brighter future. (828) 514-1054 (561) 254-0050
"Excellent! The Hidden Cove Construction crew was awesome. They did a fantastic job in a really difficult situation. The roof they replaced was underneath a large outdoor deck and there was little room to work. They were up and down multiple ladders for two straight days, working in tight spaces, and finished the job ahead of schedule. I highly recommend them. They are very diligent, dependable, and meticulous. I would hire them again anytime."
Ron N on May 2025
Mobile welding and fabrication company. We offer a full range of services. Such as container and trailer repair. We can preform all processes such as Mig, Tig, Stick, oxyfuel and many more. We can weld any weldable metals in the industry steel, aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and magnesium. Over 25 years of experience. Animal Fencing, Fencing, Fencing - Driveway Gates, Metal Fabrication & Restoration, Sheet Metal Repair, Welding
"Great! Great response & follow up, completion was timely."
Stacey W on March 2024
Mobile welding and fabrication company. We offer a full range of services. Such as container and trailer repair. We can preform all processes such as Mig, Tig, Stick, oxyfuel and many more. We can weld any weldable metals in the industry steel, aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and magnesium. Over 25 years of experience. Animal Fencing, Fencing, Fencing - Driveway Gates, Metal Fabrication & Restoration, Sheet Metal Repair, Welding
"Great! Great response & follow up, completion was timely."
Stacey W on March 2024
Contact us today for your free estimate! I build decks, I restore decks. Big or small I fix them all! With over 30 years experience ! 864 631 8768 ER Chimney Sweeps Lincolnton, NC 28092
"Fast and friendly service. I needed my deck repaired, and they did a beautiful job. Mr. Lavalle pressure washed my home exterior and put in new outside lighting, and trimmed the bushes in front of my house. I'm having more work done in August, and E R Chimney Sweeps will be doing that, too. Not only does my deck look beautiful, but I was charged a very low price."
Doris F on June 2024
Contact us today for your free estimate! I build decks, I restore decks. Big or small I fix them all! With over 30 years experience ! 864 631 8768 ER Chimney Sweeps Lincolnton, NC 28092
"Fast and friendly service. I needed my deck repaired, and they did a beautiful job. Mr. Lavalle pressure washed my home exterior and put in new outside lighting, and trimmed the bushes in front of my house. I'm having more work done in August, and E R Chimney Sweeps will be doing that, too. Not only does my deck look beautiful, but I was charged a very low price."
Doris F on June 2024
We are a small family business that specializes in all phases of construction and remodeling. Looking for reliable home services? Look no further! A Step Above Handyman Services LLC is a small family business specializing in construction and remodeling. With expertise in all phases of the process, we're here to make your home projects a breeze. Contact us today!
"The work they did was amazing. Showed up when they said and walked me threw every step and made sure I understood everything they was doing. Cleaned up at the end of each day. I would love them to do more work at my house. Very professional people."
Chrise R on May 2025
We are a small family business that specializes in all phases of construction and remodeling. Looking for reliable home services? Look no further! A Step Above Handyman Services LLC is a small family business specializing in construction and remodeling. With expertise in all phases of the process, we're here to make your home projects a breeze. Contact us today!
"The work they did was amazing. Showed up when they said and walked me threw every step and made sure I understood everything they was doing. Cleaned up at the end of each day. I would love them to do more work at my house. Very professional people."
Chrise R on May 2025
Professional contractors complete basement framing in three to five days, depending on the size and complexity of your space. Projects with simple, open layouts progress faster than those with multiple rooms and corners. DIY framers should expect the job to take significantly longer, potentially seven to 10 days or more, depending on experience level and available time. The timeline doesn't include other aspects of basement finishing like drywall installation, electrical work, or finishing touches, which extend the overall renovation schedule.
Most municipalities require building permits for basement framing projects. These permits cost between $1,200 and $2,000, ensuring your renovation meets local building codes for safety and structural integrity. Working without proper permits can result in penalties, forced removal of completed work, and complications when selling your home. Your local building department can provide specific information about permit requirements, inspection schedules, and any special considerations for basement renovations in your area.
For basement framing, use pressure-treated lumber for bottom plates (the horizontal boards that contact concrete floors) to prevent moisture damage and rot. Standard kiln-dried lumber is suitable for wall studs and top plates that don't directly contact concrete surfaces. The most common lumber dimension for basement wall framing is two-by-four, though some situations may call for two-by-six lumber to accommodate thicker insulation. Always check local building codes, as some jurisdictions have specific requirements for basement framing materials.
You can install drywall after framing is complete and inspected, but several important steps should happen first. Ensure any electrical, plumbing, or HVAC rough-ins are completed and inspected before closing up walls. Installing insulation between studs is highly recommended for temperature control and moisture management. Drywall installation adds an average of $3 to $4 per linear foot to your project, with painting costing an additional $2 to $6 per square foot. Address any moisture concerns before enclosing walls to prevent future damage and mold issues.