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Arkansas Wood Doors
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We love our cabinets! They look fantastic while remaining affordable. The friendly staff at AWD helped us from start to finish. They are very knowledgeable and gave us advice and tips when needed. They were receptive and patient with our ever-changing needs. Once we finalized our purchase, we received our cabinets within two weeks! The cabinets are very sturdy and the color is beautiful. The hinges and hardware are high quality. We are extremely pleased with AWD and would recommend them to any friends or family looking for good cabinets at a fair price."
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Top Notch Renovations Facebook
4.6(
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Amazing customer service and work! They remodeled my house from the floors to the roof. It was done in a timely manner and took less time then was estimated and just overall completely amazing I highly recommend using this company!"
Response time3 hrs
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BRIAN DRAKE FINISH CARPENTRY & HANDYMAN SERVICES LLC
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brian's craftsmanship was second to none. He was quiet, clean, respectful, knowledgeable, punctual. He is the whole package. He replaced and exterior door on our house and we couldn't be happier. We will definitely be hiring Brian to do more projects in the future!!!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Sentri Homes
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yes I got the job and Homeowner was Happy and I the best was the office Material and everything I needed was Tristen Did Fabulous Job would work with on any project Thank you Tristen awesome Job"
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Diamond Path Investments
4.5(
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was impressed with the quick response I received fro Johnny with Diamond Path Investments. While I did not end up hiring them for my current project, I will consider them for future projects."
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Cabinet Making questions, answered by experts

When it comes to kitchen cabinets, most homeowners opt for stock cabinetry. Not only is stock cabinetry more affordable than custom or semi-custom options, but it’s also typically readily available for a quick installation. RTA cabinets are popular types of kitchen cabinets as well, but often aren’t as durable and can be difficult to build.

Yes, you can find inset cabinets that come in the same standard sizes as other types of kitchen cabinets. Or, as is the case with any type of cabinet, you can order custom inset cabinets in any dimensions you want. That said, inset cabinets sometimes have less storage space compared to frameless ones. 

You can stack upper kitchen cabinets, but they may not fit neatly. Because upper kitchen cabinets are typically available in these standard sizes—12, 15, 18, 24, 30, 36, and 42 inches—you can stack various-sized upper cabinets. But, depending on your ceiling height, these standard sizes may not work together. That’s why smaller stacked cabinets are a much more stylish and economical choice.

While most kitchen island installations do not require a permit, some situations do. Any major kitchen renovation will require one, and depending on your municipality, you might also need one if you install new plumbing or electrical work. 

Your kitchen island installation pro will be able to determine if you need a permit for your job, which can run you between $460 and $2,900, depending on the permits required.

There are several ways to save money and keep costs down when building an outdoor kitchen. Building on an existing patio can reduce the cost of a new foundation, especially if it's close to the house. You can also save on utility line installation by opting out of a sink and using a built-in propane or charcoal grill. If you have the skills, tackling parts of the project yourself—like building or finishing cabinets, installing fixtures, and constructing seating—can lead to significant savings. Reusing appliances you already have is another great way to cut costs. Finally, consider starting small with just the essential components and adding more features over time as your budget allows.

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