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J's Handyman Pros LLC
4.6(
28
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Clive, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Deck Doctor
4.3(
60
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Clive, 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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B & B Elite
5.0(
8
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Clive, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had a hole in our roof from a storm. They patched the hole and then reroofed. Outstanding work. Boyd knows his business! I appreciated his insight into what needed to be done and the best way to get it done. Reliable, trustworthy, experienced. Thankful and appreciative of a job very well done!"
New Home - 2016
Great room
Master shower
Master Bath
Master vanity and counter top

+30

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Just The Handyman
5.0(
6
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Clive, 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%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Reimagined, LLC
4.6(
22
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Clive, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wanted some updates done (new/updated lighting, new backsplash, painting) in the kitchen so on my initial visit with Nate, he made some suggestions which I hadnâ t thought of or thought it would be possible to do. He doesnâ t cut corners and treats the job like he was working on his own house. He has the knowledge, expertise and experience and did a fantastic job to help update our 1980â s kitchen."
Basement Bar
Basement Bar
Basement Bar
Basement Bar
Basement Bar

+448

Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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McGreal Brothers, LLC
5.0(
5
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Carpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Clive, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The brothers were very professional. They were easy to work with, listened, asked the right questions, made sure all permitting details were taken care of, and then took my design ideas (as well as my old deck-removal was included in the estimate) and made my vision happen under budget. I couldn't be happier with my new deck! Communication during the project was overall very good. They showed up as promised every day, came prepared, dealt with the mud on the hill they were working on, cleaned up, and even apologized for the muddy mess due to 4" of rain that week!! From bid acceptance to completion was about two weeks, but only due to the rain and an inspection delay. I plan to hire them again for a project or two next year, and highly recommend McGreal Brothers LLC."
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+35

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

While carpenters and woodworkers perform similar tasks, their focus differs. A carpenter is typically responsible for the structural woodwork involved in construction, such as framing, installing sheathing, hanging kitchen cabinets, and installing trusses. In contrast, a woodworker handles more intricate and custom projects, like building custom furniture, installing wainscoting, and creating detailed interior trim and moldings. Based on these definitions, many woodworkers can perform the tasks of a carpenter, but it's always best to discuss your specific project with a professional to ensure they have the necessary skills.

While you may have heard people use millwork and carpentry interchangeably, they aren’t the same. Millwork is a type of carpentry, which means that carpentry isn’t always millwork. You can tell millwork apart from other types of carpentry because it’s manufactured at a mill. Notably, casework is also confused with millwork. Casework is different because it refers to boxes like cabinets and bookshelves.

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