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Deck Doctor
4.3(
60
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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

"Very easy with which to work. They were prompt, friendly, and did a fine job at the right price, with even a plan to return one more time for some touch-up work, after the original job (which was over two consecutive days). In addition, performed an extra small carpentry job on short notice (not on the deck),"
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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Cavalry Home Renovations and Repairs
4.6(
46
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Carlisle, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cavalry did a good job, fair price, door works as supposed to. Other company sent two men for estimate...I'm not paying for two. I'm happy with cavalry."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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

Approved

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%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Just The Handyman
5.0(
6
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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%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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

Approved

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(
8
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Carlisle, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

If the bowing basement wall is less than 2 inches, steel or carbon fiber straps are the best solution. For bowing that is more than 2 inches, wall anchors are the most effective. A contractor can help you decide the best method of repair for your home's foundation and also address the root cause of the trouble.

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