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Avatar for Henson Home Services, LLC
Henson Home Services, LLC
4.4(
36
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luke returned our phone call and came right away. My husband is a retired Senior that I knew needed help so it was nice Luke could help him with what he needed done. My husband was impressed with Luke and Luke did a wonderful job we have some more stuff around this house that he could be helping to do and as soon as my husband gets done with the project he's working on we will be calling Luke again to help us, please tell Luke we said thank you for helping us when we needed help and thank you home advisor."
Deck Stain In Progress
Deck Stain
Deck Stain After
Deck Stain
Yard Clean

+8

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Modern Edge Construction, LLC
4.4(
49
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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

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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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

"Dylan helped cut out a wall on my mobile home where some pipes have been leaking. He fixed the leaks and replaced the wall. He also helped me install a new bathroom sink with adjustment to the current piping system. He provided reliable, efficient, and affordable high quality work that is greatly appreciated. Dylan is a very personable contractor who I look forward to working with in the future."
Response time9 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for LEGACY CONSTRUCTION & HAULING, LLC
LEGACY CONSTRUCTION & HAULING, LLC
4.9(
8
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had him come over to quote me a cost and tell everything I needed done. Told me how long it would take and the price was right, hired him on the spot, took a half hour and he was done. Very professional. Will hire again. Definitely 5 stars."
North Liberty new home
North Liberty new home
North Liberty new home
North Liberty new home
North Liberty new home

+13

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

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.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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