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ANV Welding Services LLC
5.0(
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Ackley, IA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Colin does amazing work with wood and metal! It is absolutely beautiful! We wanted a custom piece built & Colin worked with us to get it made. It included epoxy running through the wood to look like a stream. We absolutely love it!! Colin is awesome to work with as well. A very talented young man. We highly recommend him and his amazing work!!"
Spray drone trailer deck
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Sentri Homes
2.9(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Ackley, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with Sentri Homes - their customer service was excellent. They sent a subcontractor to install some vinyl laminate in my bathroom and he ended up getting glue all over the carpet in our bedroom. The sub ended up ghosting both me and Sentri, leaving me stuck with a ruined carpet. Sentri stuck with me for over a month to get the carpet replaced with the identical original and to get the vinyl job 100% completed. The carpet was a Home Depot exclusive and Sentri handled everything with them. I will be using Sentri for a much bigger renovation I have coming up soon, because I know that they will make sure everything gets done right no matter what problems come up. The vinyl looks great too."
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Homemade Design
3.7(
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Ackley, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"I never contacted the provider or used this service in anyway. I have to
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Pennsylvania Master Bathroom
Boston Small Condo Kitchen
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
Solid Series
4.8(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+2 more

Serving Ackley, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This gentleman is professional, easy to talk to, good listener, very skilled, and got the job done, efficiently in a timely manner. The price is reasonable, and I no longer have the project on my to do list! Excellent experience."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Dave Navarro Construction
5.0(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+10 more

Serving Ackley, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"The workmanship was excellent. The work was completed within the time frame agreed upon as well as the price quoted. Everything was done very professionally from start to finish. I HIGHLY recommend Dave Navarro Construction for any interior remodeling. I will definitely use him again - without hesitation."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Downs Family Construction
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+1 more

Serving Ackley, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Following my frandfother's retirement, I had the privilege of collaborating with my fother for over 15 Years. My work encompsses new home construction and remodeling projects with NDC and NFC, alongside collaborations various non-profit renovations for senior citizens in Des Moines, enabling them to Undertake necessary repairs otherwise beyond their finacial means. Furthermore, my experiecnce includes community housing development, construting new homes and remodeling for low-income familes, and participaition in MICA's weatherization program in central Iowa, focusing on insulation, windows, and foundation sealing for low-income households.

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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

Many contractors prefer checks because they’re easy to track and have no associated fees. However, many also accept credit cards (though they might add a fee to cover their processing costs).

While the Arts and Crafts movement inspired many architectural elements, the primary styles from the time include Craftsman, Tudor Revivals, bungalows, and Mission homes. You'll see elements of these styles in homes, churches, museums, and schools—particularly Country Day schools from the era.

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Many modern homes have soffits, but older ones don’t, and you may be wondering why. Older homes have eaves that extend further beyond the home and help to circulate air, negating the need for a soffit. This style of building has faded away, therefore, modern homes need separate soffit installation. Modern soffits are more efficient than this older style and require less material to construct, saving homeowners money.

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