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Oronoque Home Improvement LLC

4.63(
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Oronoque Home Improvement LLC

4.63(
78
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
220 local quotes requested
45 years of experience

Your home is the most important investment of your life. It is our job to protect that investment through our extensive experience, addressing all your needs to maintain the value of your home. Together with our outstanding staff, we provide quality home improvement services to the area. We encourage a lasting relationship with our customers, as our satisfied customers are our best advertisement. We offer no obligation estimates dealing directly with the owner. With your estimate you will receive local references and our certificate of insurance. We would be happy to consult with you regarding every aspect of your project. Certified Lead Renovator. Additional phone number: 1-866-775-1920

"We recently had a fantastic experience with Jim / OHI. They built us a beautiful new deck and installed a patio door, and the workmanship was excellent from start to finish. When we ran into unexpected building and zoning issues with the town, they were incredibly flexible and worked with us to adjust the project. Instead of the larger deck we originally planned, they created a stunning patio in that space, which turned out even better than we imagined. The crew was professional, reliable, and detail-oriented, and the results have transformed our backyard. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend OHI to anyone considering a deck or patio project."

Tom B on September 2025

Your home is the most important investment of your life. It is our job to protect that investment through our extensive experience, addressing all your needs to maintain the value of your home. Together with our outstanding staff, we provide quality home improvement services to the area. We encourage a lasting relationship with our customers, as our satisfied customers are our best advertisement. We offer no obligation estimates dealing directly with the owner. With your estimate you will receive local references and our certificate of insurance. We would be happy to consult with you regarding every aspect of your project. Certified Lead Renovator. Additional phone number: 1-866-775-1920

"We recently had a fantastic experience with Jim / OHI. They built us a beautiful new deck and installed a patio door, and the workmanship was excellent from start to finish. When we ran into unexpected building and zoning issues with the town, they were incredibly flexible and worked with us to adjust the project. Instead of the larger deck we originally planned, they created a stunning patio in that space, which turned out even better than we imagined. The crew was professional, reliable, and detail-oriented, and the results have transformed our backyard. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend OHI to anyone considering a deck or patio project."

Tom B on September 2025

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Raheem McCallum

5.00(
3
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Raheem McCallum

5.00(
3
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1940 local quotes requested

Plumbing Assembly Networking Smart home Some electrical Mounting Gazebos Outdoor structures Repairs playsets organization moving heavy lifting faucet replacement sinks toilets leaking handles Feel free to reach out and let's get that project done

"Raheem was pleasant and knowledgeable. He got all my projects for the day done in a timely fashion and without any issues. I will definitely use him again!"

Nicole G on November 2025

Plumbing Assembly Networking Smart home Some electrical Mounting Gazebos Outdoor structures Repairs playsets organization moving heavy lifting faucet replacement sinks toilets leaking handles Feel free to reach out and let's get that project done

"Raheem was pleasant and knowledgeable. He got all my projects for the day done in a timely fashion and without any issues. I will definitely use him again!"

Nicole G on November 2025

Stamford Pro Services LLC

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Stamford Pro Services LLC

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Stamford Pro Services has been in business for over 2 years and is still growing. Being a family orientated company we provided professional services at an affordable rate. Through experience, We will be safe and damage-free. We mastered the ability to organize storage facilities and can accommodate all your packing. We are well-trained for all long distance services. Find us on moving help for all moving services. We offer our services in New York & New Jersey. All State to State Moves and more. Call Us Today For a Free Quote.

Stamford Pro Services has been in business for over 2 years and is still growing. Being a family orientated company we provided professional services at an affordable rate. Through experience, We will be safe and damage-free. We mastered the ability to organize storage facilities and can accommodate all your packing. We are well-trained for all long distance services. Find us on moving help for all moving services. We offer our services in New York & New Jersey. All State to State Moves and more. Call Us Today For a Free Quote.

A Just Improvement LLC

4.94(
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A Just Improvement LLC

4.94(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

A Just Improvement LLC is a dynamic and results-focused local business with solid qualifications in overall Home Carpentry & General Improvements. We are a Customer Service oriented Company with the Customer's satisfaction being our number one priority. Currently accepting BTC and ETH payments !!

"Justin did a great job at our home. The demolition work was a big job followed by preparing the new floor, installing and grouting new tile and adjusting several doorways. Justin was always on time and always prepared for the day's work. He was very clear what work would be completed each day and always kept our interests in mind to make sure we were as comfortable as possible living in our home while he was working. We now have a reliable contractor we can reach out to anytime we need work completed."

Walt S on August 2018

A Just Improvement LLC is a dynamic and results-focused local business with solid qualifications in overall Home Carpentry & General Improvements. We are a Customer Service oriented Company with the Customer's satisfaction being our number one priority. Currently accepting BTC and ETH payments !!

"Justin did a great job at our home. The demolition work was a big job followed by preparing the new floor, installing and grouting new tile and adjusting several doorways. Justin was always on time and always prepared for the day's work. He was very clear what work would be completed each day and always kept our interests in mind to make sure we were as comfortable as possible living in our home while he was working. We now have a reliable contractor we can reach out to anytime we need work completed."

Walt S on August 2018

Just Call Home Improvement LLC

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Just Call Home Improvement LLC

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29 years of experience

Experienced Painting

Experienced Painting

Reicher & Sons Builders, Remodeling

5.00(
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Reicher & Sons Builders, Remodeling

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
45 years of experience

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Builders.

REALITY KITCHENS

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REALITY KITCHENS

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Bill's Home Care Professionals

3.67(
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Bill's Home Care Professionals

3.67(
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Customers say: Terrific value

Geo's Handyman/Landscaping Services

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Geo's Handyman/Landscaping Services

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15 years of experience

I am a handyman and I have professionals in all fields available to attend you. You name it we can do it. We can match or beat all prices and we can get you a appointment quick. Satisfaction guaranteed. We take all payments and we also can work something out if you are unable to pay all at once.

I am a handyman and I have professionals in all fields available to attend you. You name it we can do it. We can match or beat all prices and we can get you a appointment quick. Satisfaction guaranteed. We take all payments and we also can work something out if you are unable to pay all at once.

John Mangus Remodeling

5.00(
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John Mangus Remodeling

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

A local remodeling company around since 1980

A local remodeling company around since 1980

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Hamden, CT

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.

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