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Tims Handyman Services

5.00(
28
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•Approved Pro

Tims Handyman Services

5.00(
28
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
103 local quotes requested

Hello I'm Tim, I've been working on a lot of projects over my lifetime and i aim to complete them to perfection. i grew up taking care of my grandparents home for them for many years from basic things around the house for grandma such as dusting and cleaning windows to extensive projects for grandpa ranging from mowing the lawn to installing a retaining wall to raise the lawn four feet to make it level. Along with other project with dad on the old farm house i grew up in, including new windows, new doors, new siding, new garage doors, new side walks and new concert steps. I've used the knowledge they have bestowed in me to fix up my new home. my current full time job requires me to pay attention to every little detail and I've gone from welder to metal fabrication supervisor in just two and a half years! i take extensive pride in my work and enjoyment of watching other people enjoy my completed work.

"It was amazing! I commented to my husband that we need more people like Tim doing this line of work. He was prompt, worked efficiently, and personable. When the job was complete it was as if we never had an air conditioner in our wall. Great job Tim!"

Tracy M on July 2025

Hello I'm Tim, I've been working on a lot of projects over my lifetime and i aim to complete them to perfection. i grew up taking care of my grandparents home for them for many years from basic things around the house for grandma such as dusting and cleaning windows to extensive projects for grandpa ranging from mowing the lawn to installing a retaining wall to raise the lawn four feet to make it level. Along with other project with dad on the old farm house i grew up in, including new windows, new doors, new siding, new garage doors, new side walks and new concert steps. I've used the knowledge they have bestowed in me to fix up my new home. my current full time job requires me to pay attention to every little detail and I've gone from welder to metal fabrication supervisor in just two and a half years! i take extensive pride in my work and enjoyment of watching other people enjoy my completed work.

"It was amazing! I commented to my husband that we need more people like Tim doing this line of work. He was prompt, worked efficiently, and personable. When the job was complete it was as if we never had an air conditioner in our wall. Great job Tim!"

Tracy M on July 2025

Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.84(
920
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.84(
920
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

J.C. Structural

PO Box 54
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J.C. Structural

PO Box 54
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45 years of experience

Small, private-owned construction business. Decades of experience on the work force. Accepting payments of any schedule, as to accomodate the customer. Written contracts are preferred for awards of $500 and up. Workmanship-guaranteed, in writing. Estimates and custom structural design, within reason, are generally free. Workmanship record is impeccable, with a 100% customer-satisfaction history.

Small, private-owned construction business. Decades of experience on the work force. Accepting payments of any schedule, as to accomodate the customer. Written contracts are preferred for awards of $500 and up. Workmanship-guaranteed, in writing. Estimates and custom structural design, within reason, are generally free. Workmanship record is impeccable, with a 100% customer-satisfaction history.

adirondack garage door

7436 East Rd
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adirondack garage door

7436 East Rd
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19 years of experience

We are a small business overhead garage door company with Quality doors,products and service.

We are a small business overhead garage door company with Quality doors,products and service.

Right Way Handman

11 Springdale Dr
4.44(
9
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Right Way Handman

11 Springdale Dr
4.44(
9
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Customers say: Quick response
27 years of experience

Ablan Home Enhancement

26126 Mustard Rd
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Ablan Home Enhancement

26126 Mustard Rd
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Free onsite estimate

Home Depot Inc - Ithaca

410 Elmira Rd
1.67(
3
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Home Depot Inc - Ithaca

410 Elmira Rd
1.67(
3
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Customers say: Terrific value

Store no - 6155.

Store no - 6155.

Austin Bros. Contracting

4 Roberts Ct
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Austin Bros. Contracting

4 Roberts Ct
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28 years of experience

Get The Right Guy The First Time The Registered Trade Mark That Was Produced By Our Customers,Literally I Had Customers Insist On Taking My Truck and Putting The Logo On The Truck,Only After Hearing,and I Quote"I Should Have Hire You Guys The First Time, Hundreds of Times I Then Agreed To Letting That Logo On My Truck,Now On The Other Trucks .In Short We Have Plenty Of References That In Itself Says Everything !

Get The Right Guy The First Time The Registered Trade Mark That Was Produced By Our Customers,Literally I Had Customers Insist On Taking My Truck and Putting The Logo On The Truck,Only After Hearing,and I Quote"I Should Have Hire You Guys The First Time, Hundreds of Times I Then Agreed To Letting That Logo On My Truck,Now On The Other Trucks .In Short We Have Plenty Of References That In Itself Says Everything !

SPH Services LLC

100 Stone Ridge Rd
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SPH Services LLC

100 Stone Ridge Rd
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15 years of experience

Handyman work, General Contracting services, with over 25 years experience. Fully insured. Our motto "No job too big, no job too small" We are a small husband and wife owned business, therefore able to offer competitive pricing while keeping the quality of work high. We have a dedicated well trained crew.

Handyman work, General Contracting services, with over 25 years experience. Fully insured. Our motto "No job too big, no job too small" We are a small husband and wife owned business, therefore able to offer competitive pricing while keeping the quality of work high. We have a dedicated well trained crew.

American Material Processing, Inc

PO Box 643
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American Material Processing, Inc

PO Box 643
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12 years of experience

We currently have 11 employees and growing. Offer 30 days payment terms.

We currently have 11 employees and growing. Offer 30 days payment terms.

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Carthage, NY

Wainscoting is decorative paneling that covers the lower part of a wall for style and protection. Beadboard is a type of wainscoting made of long vertical planks with small raised beads between each board. You’ll see it on walls and ceilings when homeowners want added depth and charm. Both options work indoors or outdoors; beadboard pieces lock together with tongue-and-groove joints, while similar styles, such as shiplap, rely on a square rabbet joint.

The best rule of thumb for wainscoting is to stop the panels at about one-third of the wall height. In a room with a nine-foot ceiling, that’s roughly three feet up. Sticking to this ratio keeps the room balanced, lets plenty of wall color show above the trim, and delivers a polished, timeless look.

Wainscoting can make a room look smaller if the room has low ceilings. The same rule applies to wainscoting as it does to painting any space: to make the room look larger and more open, paint it a light color, such as white or cream. Since beadboard incorporates vertical lines in the paneling, this style of wainscoting is ideal for those wanting to make a room appear larger than it is.

Technically, you can panel any room, but wainscoting shines in open areas, such as a foyer or a tall-ceilinged bathroom. Skip it in small rooms with low ceilings—panels can make tight spaces feel boxed in. Open-concept layouts without clear stopping points along the walls are also tricky, as the trim requires a distinct beginning and end.

Removing existing wall panels before installing wainscoting involves distinct demolition efforts. The cost to hire a professional for demo work is $1.50 per square foot. If the underlying drywall requires replacement after panel removal, an additional fee of $1.60 to $2.35 per square foot is incurred. Completing these tasks properly ensures a sturdy foundation and a flawless finish.

The Carthage, NY homeowners’ guide to wainscoting installations

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