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Jimenez Service

5.00(
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Jimenez Service

5.00(
15
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

Jimenez Services LLC offers you a wide variety of services with the highest quality, price and guarantee. We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Handyman Services , painting services and hauling ; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"He went above and beyond. Very professional and very polite. I highly recommend his services. We even hired him for another project. That's how much we liked his work"

Chris C on September 2025

Jimenez Services LLC offers you a wide variety of services with the highest quality, price and guarantee. We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Handyman Services , painting services and hauling ; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"He went above and beyond. Very professional and very polite. I highly recommend his services. We even hired him for another project. That's how much we liked his work"

Chris C on September 2025


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PK Home Solutions LLC

4.45(
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PK Home Solutions LLC

4.45(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2024 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"I hired PK Home Solutions to replace four doors in the basement along with some trim work after some water damage occurred. They were great to work with, communicated well, and did an excellent job! I would absolutely recommend them and hire them again! "

Cory C on December 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"I hired PK Home Solutions to replace four doors in the basement along with some trim work after some water damage occurred. They were great to work with, communicated well, and did an excellent job! I would absolutely recommend them and hire them again! "

Cory C on December 2025


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Martin Home Improvement

5.00(
4
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Martin Home Improvement

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1977 years of experience

I am a locally owned and operated company with over 47 years of carpentry experience. I value honesty and integrity in all aspects of my business. I offer a variety of home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. I specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair. I pride myself on the quality of my workmanship as well as my commitment to outstanding results. I look forward to building lasting relationships with my clients! Licensed and insured.

"Bruce came in on pool house project that was started with very poor quality. Bruce had to redo many aspects of the house that the first contractor did. He fixed all of the previous errors and finished the project! It looks amazing!!!"

Joey B on October 2024

I am a locally owned and operated company with over 47 years of carpentry experience. I value honesty and integrity in all aspects of my business. I offer a variety of home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. I specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair. I pride myself on the quality of my workmanship as well as my commitment to outstanding results. I look forward to building lasting relationships with my clients! Licensed and insured.

"Bruce came in on pool house project that was started with very poor quality. Bruce had to redo many aspects of the house that the first contractor did. He fixed all of the previous errors and finished the project! It looks amazing!!!"

Joey B on October 2024


"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021


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Fisher Precious Metals

5.00(
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Fisher Precious Metals

5.00(
14
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Uncompromising quality and integrity in all of your precious metals purchases and sales. Specializing in gold & silver bullion. Avoid gold and silver retailers selling you their inventory at high premiums! We pay top prices for jewelry, sterling, diamonds and watches! Fisher Precious Metals is a national gold and silver dealer. Listed as a national dealer with the United States Mint, Fisher Precious Metals is a trusted resource for gold and silver coins and bars. Established in 1995, the firm works with individuals on all issues related to buying and selling physical precious metals, storage, security, estate liquidation and long-term exit strategies. John Fisher, the President, is an ICTA Board Member and is approved by the State of Florida to teach Continuing Education courses on precious metals investing to CFP's, CPA's, attorneys and insurance professionals. In addition, John is a frequent guest on various financial radio broadcast programs. Fisher Precious Metals is an A+ rated Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau.

"It went great! We found Fisher Precious Metals on Angie's List, and after googling them, we found they had very positive reviews across the web. Although it was a 45 minute drive from our home, we felt it might be worth it, and it was. We made an appointment with John via email, arrived at 11:00, and spent just over an hour in his office. He evaluated the sterling silver set we had to sell and gave us what we felt was a very fair price. He'd given us an estimate on the value of the gold coins via email, and although the price of gold had fluctuated since he'd provided the quote, the final price was very, very close to the initial quote. We were happy to learn that they will also buy jewelry, as I have a few pieces I haven't worn in a very long time. We were very pleased with the entire experience and will definitely return to their company when we have gold or silver to sell, and we're happy to recommend them to our friends. One thing to keep in mind is that sterling silver sets are basically worth the price of the silver itself. We knew that going in, so we were not disappointed and, in fact, the price we received was a little higher than we'd expected."

Laura C on February 2018

Uncompromising quality and integrity in all of your precious metals purchases and sales. Specializing in gold & silver bullion. Avoid gold and silver retailers selling you their inventory at high premiums! We pay top prices for jewelry, sterling, diamonds and watches! Fisher Precious Metals is a national gold and silver dealer. Listed as a national dealer with the United States Mint, Fisher Precious Metals is a trusted resource for gold and silver coins and bars. Established in 1995, the firm works with individuals on all issues related to buying and selling physical precious metals, storage, security, estate liquidation and long-term exit strategies. John Fisher, the President, is an ICTA Board Member and is approved by the State of Florida to teach Continuing Education courses on precious metals investing to CFP's, CPA's, attorneys and insurance professionals. In addition, John is a frequent guest on various financial radio broadcast programs. Fisher Precious Metals is an A+ rated Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau.

"It went great! We found Fisher Precious Metals on Angie's List, and after googling them, we found they had very positive reviews across the web. Although it was a 45 minute drive from our home, we felt it might be worth it, and it was. We made an appointment with John via email, arrived at 11:00, and spent just over an hour in his office. He evaluated the sterling silver set we had to sell and gave us what we felt was a very fair price. He'd given us an estimate on the value of the gold coins via email, and although the price of gold had fluctuated since he'd provided the quote, the final price was very, very close to the initial quote. We were happy to learn that they will also buy jewelry, as I have a few pieces I haven't worn in a very long time. We were very pleased with the entire experience and will definitely return to their company when we have gold or silver to sell, and we're happy to recommend them to our friends. One thing to keep in mind is that sterling silver sets are basically worth the price of the silver itself. We knew that going in, so we were not disappointed and, in fact, the price we received was a little higher than we'd expected."

Laura C on February 2018


"They had done a good job on my skylight. So I hired them to replace my grandsons roof. Showed up immediately. Started the job a day or two later. Finished it in a day and a half. Reasonable rate. Another excellent job. .Thank you, EC ROOFING ."

Paula G on December 2020

"They had done a good job on my skylight. So I hired them to replace my grandsons roof. Showed up immediately. Started the job a day or two later. Finished it in a day and a half. Reasonable rate. Another excellent job. .Thank you, EC ROOFING ."

Paula G on December 2020


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Zanella Construction

4.95(
19
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Zanella Construction

4.95(
19
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned and operated business since 2001. We take pride in our work and making sure our customers have a great experience transforming their home. Our tagline “Dream concepts become Quality creations” completely represents what’s important to us. Dreaming and quality of living. We absolutely love dreaming and exploring ideas of how to make life more comfortable and creative. Our mission is to help make your dreams a reality with precision and quality everytime. I believe our dwelling spaces should reflect ourselves and we can help you with the details. We look forward to bringing your ideas to life. We specialize in the installation of Hardwood flooring, Custom carpentry, LVT/luxury Vinyl planks, Tile floors, Heated tile floors, Custom walk-in showers, Tub surrounds, Fireplaces, Backsplashes, Accent walls, Kitchen cabinets & bathroom vanities, Custom built-ins & lockers, Stair systems, Interior & exterior doors, Windows, Framing, Roofing & siding, Barn doors, Decks, Painting & staining, Finished basements, Kitchen & bathroom renovations.

"Renae and Brent Did an excellent job on my LPV flooring and the tile installation in my bathroom. They kept in communication with me, did great work and cleaned up everything when they were finished. I would hire them again and recommend highly recommend them."

Sherry C on July 2020

Family owned and operated business since 2001. We take pride in our work and making sure our customers have a great experience transforming their home. Our tagline “Dream concepts become Quality creations” completely represents what’s important to us. Dreaming and quality of living. We absolutely love dreaming and exploring ideas of how to make life more comfortable and creative. Our mission is to help make your dreams a reality with precision and quality everytime. I believe our dwelling spaces should reflect ourselves and we can help you with the details. We look forward to bringing your ideas to life. We specialize in the installation of Hardwood flooring, Custom carpentry, LVT/luxury Vinyl planks, Tile floors, Heated tile floors, Custom walk-in showers, Tub surrounds, Fireplaces, Backsplashes, Accent walls, Kitchen cabinets & bathroom vanities, Custom built-ins & lockers, Stair systems, Interior & exterior doors, Windows, Framing, Roofing & siding, Barn doors, Decks, Painting & staining, Finished basements, Kitchen & bathroom renovations.

"Renae and Brent Did an excellent job on my LPV flooring and the tile installation in my bathroom. They kept in communication with me, did great work and cleaned up everything when they were finished. I would hire them again and recommend highly recommend them."

Sherry C on July 2020


Nu-Life Cabinets

4.64(
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Nu-Life Cabinets

4.64(
11
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Thank you for considering Nu-Life Cabinets. We offer service to the residents of Blakesburg and surrounding towns. Our goal is to meet your service needs with the highest quality service in cabinet refacing, new cabinets/counter tops to floors and tiles. Please call us today for more information.

Thank you for considering Nu-Life Cabinets. We offer service to the residents of Blakesburg and surrounding towns. Our goal is to meet your service needs with the highest quality service in cabinet refacing, new cabinets/counter tops to floors and tiles. Please call us today for more information.


Family-owned & operated since 1977. We are a full-service remodeling company specializing in Curb Appeal.


The Schebler Co

4.80(
5
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The Schebler Co

4.80(
5
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since 1895, Schebler has been making Quad Cities homes and businesses more comfortable. Today, our heating and cooling systems can be found in spaces as large as the iWireless Center and in many homes throughout the Quad Cities area.

Since 1895, Schebler has been making Quad Cities homes and businesses more comfortable. Today, our heating and cooling systems can be found in spaces as large as the iWireless Center and in many homes throughout the Quad Cities area.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

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.

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

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