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Deck Doctor
4.3(
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Carlisle, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am extremely pleased with the repair of my 45-year old deck and steep wooden staircase from Ted Brown, the Deck Doctor. Ted was quickly responsive in getting me a reasonable work estimate. He began the work quickly, replacing damaged wood while maintaining original deck to keep my costs down where feasible. He was honest, personable and helpfully communicative. He and his assistant worked quickly and provided a thorough clean up each day. I highly recommend him."
Custom Log Home
Barn remodel including sides/doors
New deck with basket style railing system
Basket style railing system
small, simple wood porch

+35

Response time4 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Cavalry Home Renovations and Repairs
4.6(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Carlisle, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very creative about repairs. Made siding look like it belonged there all along. Goes extra mile. Very polite and personable. Will use again."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J's Handyman Pros LLC
4.6(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Carlisle, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

"Josh Babcock did excellent work. He communicated well with me, was very easy to work with,and was quite thorough. I had a big shed and he found out it was too bad to repair so we decided to take it and all the huge shrubs around it totally down and he built a new one to my liking . He also did well on several small indoor projects. I would definitely hire him again. And each day- he always cleaned up the construction messes! That’s not something some construction people do."
Basement wall fix
Basement wall fix
Basement wall fix
Basement wall fix
Flooring

+22

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TruBlue Home Service Ally of East Des Moines
4.9(
11
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Carlisle, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ryan, Frank and Dan are great workers. I will hire True Blue again!! Carpenter work was exceptional 👌"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
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Just The Handyman
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Carlisle, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh did an amazing job with my new deck project. The demolition and disposal of the old deck and construction of the new deck was top notch. He is very reliable, works quickly, and communicates well."
deck
deck
deck
deck
deck and pergola

+33

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
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LNE Property Preservation
4.5(
21
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Carlisle, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quick turn around time. Estimate before starting job was accurate with no increases for minor adjustments that had to be made."
dog house
dog house
old door
Doors
deck

+35

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Home Hero Handyman
4.8(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Carlisle, IA and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

"He came immediately. Unfortunately, we noticed a structural problem that we need to fix before we can hire him to do the exterior work. I called him and hope to use him in the Spring when this problem is remedied."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

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.

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

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