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Avatar for Lindholm's Carpentry & Home Repair LLC
Lindholm's Carpentry & Home Repair LLC
4.9(
136
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The father and son team of Scott & Chris Lindholm did an excellent job of installing our 8 windows and 1 storm door. Several window sills and frames had extensive rotting that required new framing to accommodate the new replacement windows. The Lindholm team had the experience and proper tools to accomplish the work in a timely fashion. They did an excellent job, were courteous and policed up the refuse generated from the demolition and hauled it away. We feel very confident in recommending them for any carpentry work you may need performed."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+98

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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609 RENOVATIONS LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"609 Renovations was very responsive to my request for an estimate of the job and showed up exactly when they confirmed they would. I was extremely satisfied with the quality of their work and happy with the price. I highly recommend using them!"
Custom cabinetry
Custom cabinetry
Custom cabinetry
Custom cabinetry
Custom cabinetry

+2

Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Merryfield Construction Group
4.5(
125
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very well. The salesman was very professional; not pushy and didn't sell his company by putting other companies down. The installer was on time, courteous, professional and completed the work neatly and quickly."
Mullica Hill
Checkerboard View
Master Bath Retreat
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+1

Recommended by95%of homeowners
ZZeo's Home Renovations
4.9(
114
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Offers commercial services

"Angel and all the members of each part of the crew (painting, installing, clean up) were outstanding! They were courteous and professional and I trusted in them from start to finish. Angel explained the whole process and helped me along the way. I am new to remodeling and did have help from my boyfriend but Angel had great ideas and is meticulous in his work. My boyfriend, who handled electrical, has been in the business for over 30 years and was also very impressed with the work and professionalism. I love my bathroom and am so excited to show my friends and family! I canâ t wait to get some work done on another bathroom and will without a doubt use ZZeo home renovations again! Iâ d highly recommend them, in fact my brother worked with ZZeo for a home rebuild and was so impressed which is how I found them! It was a pleasure dealing with Angel! He has great taste but doesnâ t pressure you and is very easy to talk to! Thank you very much guys."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Switchin' Kitchens & Baths LLC
4.3(
24
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff is a genuine craftsman. He takes a great deal of personal pride in the quality of his work, and it shows. He provided a *very* detailed estimate up-front, which impressed us. Jeff spent a great deal of time going over our plans with us, which included moving some walls and putting in a number of custom details. He made many helpful suggestions along the way; in fact, he is exceptionally good at coming up with pleasing solutions to unforseen challenges that arise.
The job did take longer than we originally expected, due to some problems with a subcontractor. Jeff was very apologetic about the delays, and took full responsibility for dealing with the subcontractor. He also did his best to work around the problems to minimize the delay. Jeff himself is very communicative: he shows up when he says that he will, and checks in with you regularly about issues that arise and with progress reports. Once the job started, he was on-site everyday, working, when there wasn't a delay forced by dependency on others.
We are extremely pleased with our new bathroom: it is both highly functional and very aesthetically pleasing. When working with Jeff, it was clear that he wanted us to be very pleased with the outcome, and we are. We would definitely hire Jeff again.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood stairs and railings installation and replacement projects in Cape May, NJ

Pressure-treated lumber is the most inexpensive deck railing material. It's a cost-effective option that offers a good balance of durability and affordability for budget-conscious homeowners. Pressure-treated wood meets essential safety standards while keeping upfront costs low. In contrast, vinyl, polyurethane, and composite materials tend to be more expensive but offer additional aesthetic and maintenance benefits.

To calculate how much deck railing you need, measure the length of all the edges of your deck where railings are required (excluding any openings or areas bordered by the house). Since precise measurements are crucial, it's a good idea to hire a professional. Contractors have the expertise to accurately measure and install your deck railings.

In most cases, safety standards require railings on steps with more than four risers, steps wider than 44 inches, and decks over 30 inches high, measured from the next level down.

Railings should also be between 34 and 38 inches tall. Regulations can vary based on your location, so it's important to check your local building codes or consult a local contractor. There are also rules about the size of the gaps between pickets and between the bottom of the railing and the deck.

Before installing a railing on your front porch, you'll need to check local permitting requirements. Local building authorities may have specific codes that require a permit—or, in some cases, no permit at all. Reviewing your city's guidelines and consulting a qualified professional will help ensure your project meets all legal and safety standards, preventing any unexpected issues during inspections.

Deciding whether to repair or replace your deck railings depends on the extent of the damage and whether you can match new materials to the old ones. If you have minor issues, repair might be an option. However, when it's challenging to match existing materials, replacing the railings can give your deck a fresh start and reset its lifespan. A decking expert can assess your railings and recommend the best course of action to improve safety and maintain a cohesive look.

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