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Gordon Construction
5.0(
26
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Offers commercial services

At Gordon Construction, we take pride in transforming houses into homes with expert craftsmanship and a personal touch. Specializing in siding, decks, repairs, and roofs, we are dedicated to providing high-quality services that families can rely on. As a family-friendly business, your satisfaction and trust are at the heart of what we do. Let us help make your home safer, stronger, and more beautiful for years to come!

Deck and Porch Builds
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Clarke House Solutions
5.0(
9
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clarke Home Solutions exceeded our expectations, providing excellent services at an affordable price. Our service provider explained his process, welcomed questions and was happy to consult with us on additional projects. We found him to be earnest, efficient and to care about satisfying us as customers. We’re very pleased that we found Clarke Home Solutions!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Modern Edge Construction, LLC
4.3(
50
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Closet - Build

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Responded promptly to my request. Assured me that he would get my job done right. My previous contractor messed things up and he was able to fix my problem. In and out same day. Would definitely recommend for work that needs to be done."
Addition/Home Renovation
Addition/Home Renovation
Addition/Home Renovation
Addition/Home Renovation
Addition/Home Renovation

+48

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Northland Handyman Services
5.0(
8
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Northland handyman services was the first to reach out to me about my project. They made it extremely easy for me to brief them on the project at hand and gave clear estimates around the work they could do and when. They came to scope the job right away, gave honest guidance and feedback around what was realistic based on my budget, and sent a quote and contract that same day. A day later, they were able to come and complete the job — exceeding my expectations. They excel at communications, timeliness and quality. I’d recommend them to anyone."
Patio Railing
Patio Railing
Patio Railing
Front Door Installation
Front Door Installation

+2

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Moyer Construction
5.0(
6
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dustin is great! Helped me figure out what I wanted, found ways to save me money, and exceeded our expectations with the final product (I didn't know our house could look this good). I'd recommend him to anyone."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

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.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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