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Pickett Building Materials
6459 State Highway 23
Oneonta, NY 13820
(607) 432-8391
Fax (607) 433-6284

Hours
Monday - Friday
7:00am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday Closed

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What You Need to Know about Buying Replacement Windows

So you’ve decided to take the plunge and replace your old windows. Doing so is one of the best investments you can make for your home --not only for the...

Different Types of Mortar and Their Uses

When it comes to masonry construction, choosing the right type of mortar is crucial for the success and durability of your project. Different types of mortar...

How to Install Deck Railing Posts

Sturdy posts are crucial for a safe, secure deck. Installing posts properly does not have to be difficult, but it does have to be done carefully to ensure a...

What to Consider When Finishing a Basement

A finished basement can be a valuable addition to home space, but it can also be an overwhelming project to transform a bare basement into a cohesive part of...

Things to Consider Before Starting Your Deck Project

Building your own deck can be a rewarding experience for any handyman or homeowner. If you are looking to build a deck for your home, then here a few things to...

Advantages of Storm Doors

A storm door can stop the harsh natural elements of the weather from damaging your main door and save you money on your energy bills. Storm doors are not...

Decking Material Considerations

A deck can be a great addition to any home, offering an outdoor space for relaxation, entertaining, and enjoyment. But when it comes to choosing the right...

Pneumatic Nailer Safety

One of the most dangerous tools that someone could easily use improperly is the pneumatic nail gun. If used correctly, the pneumatic nail gun is a great tool...

Choosing Interior Paint Colors

So you’ve just renovated your house. Or, you've just moved in! But something is missing. That something is color—the homeowner’s secret weapon. Color can be...

Remodeling Ideas for Winter

Now that all of the excitement of the holidays has passed, are you starting to feel the winter doldrums creeping in? There’s nothing like that feeling of...

Guide to Drywall

Drywall is an amazingly versatile material, from simple walls to elaborate ornamentation. The more you know about drywall, the better you can appreciate its...

Know Where Your Lumber Comes From

If you want to know more about the lumber that you purchase, your search doesn’t have to stop with the lumber store. Did you ever wonder what that stamp on the...

DIY Home Projects Before Holiday Company

Whether you are planning a casual party, a large formal dinner, a festive gathering, or a combination of all three during the holidays, it can be helpful to...

Best Projects to Finish Before Winter

As winter approaches, it is a good time to finish a variety of home projects, both indoors and outdoors. Not only will these projects help make your home more...

End of Season Checklist for your Deck or Patio

It’s been a great summer and you’ve been enjoying your patio or deck as much as humanly possible, right? Well, remember early this spring when you opened up...

How and Where to use Expanding Foam Insulation

Expanding foam is one of those products that fall squarely in the duct tape, bailing twine and WD-40 category. It has a list of uses that’s a mile long and is...

What to Look For: Inspecting your Insulation and Weather Stripping

As the cold weather approaches and your furnace begins its annual duties, we often think of ways to make our homes more energy efficient. One thing that can...

How to Fix Spalling Concrete

Spalling concrete is more than just an unsightly surface, it can cause real problems for any concrete structure. Fortunately, spalling can be easy to fix...

Repainting Your Home: Tips for the DIYer

If your home’s paint is beginning to peel and crack, it may be getting difficult to avoid the age old question: Should I hire a painter or do it myself?That...

July 4th Weekend Projects

Every homeowner wants their home to look its best, and there are plenty of easy, effective projects you can tackle over a summer weekend to spruce up your home...

DIY Tips for Repairing a Cracked Basement Wall

If you find excessive dampness your basement, the likely culprit could be a crack in your basement wall. When you consider that your basement walls hold up...

Think Spring! Getting Your Lawn In Shape

As you’re looking out your window, coffee cup in hand and all you see is snow I can understand that it must be hard to think about spring and your lawn. Yet,...

When to Know If It’s Time for Siding Replacement

Siding is an essential part of a building’s structure, providing both protection from the elements as well as aesthetic appeal. As siding ages and becomes worn...

Contractor Tips: Go Green with your Remodel

If you’re planning to tackle a remodeling project, keep in mind that it’s an excellent opportunity to make use of all of the green options available today....

How Contractors Keep Up With Construction Industry Trends

The construction industry is constantly evolving and trends can seem to come and go very quickly. When it can take months or years to plan, build and finish a...

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