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Parsons Projects
5.0(
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Serving Donahue, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

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Emergency services offered

"This was more than putting a new deck & pergola on. We had a glass sunroom that they removed as well. I was so impressed with the care they took to not break any of the glass. Then came the beautiful new deck! They explained everything that they would be doing & gave me wonderful choices of materials. They even helped me put in a permanent flag pole in my yard! I could not be happier with how easy Kyle, Dave & Chris were to work with, the quality of the materials and how absolutely gorgeous our new deck and pergola are. I highly recommend them."
Decks & Porches Project
Decks & Porches Project
After
Completed Refurbishment
Decks & Porches Project

+66

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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R & B Remodeling
4.8(
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Serving Donahue, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Customers say: True professional

"The folks from R&B couldn't have been better. Friendly and professional. The work they did on our new deck far exceeded our expectations. Won't hesitate to call them fir other projects we have in mind."
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Next Gen Construction
4.7(
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Serving Donahue, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"Quit simply, the best! Fair price, cordial, and on time. In addition, he assisted with another project I needed done that day. Hired again to install a ceiling fan on a high ceiling. I will reach out time and time again for the assuredness of a job well done!"
Modern Bathroom Remodel
Modern Kitchen
Basement remodel
Basement remodel
Basement remodel

+8

Response time2 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Berger's Table Pad Factory
4.8(
1,345
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Serving Donahue, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After purchasing an Angie's List Deal, I received the measuring kit in the mail promptly. The template and instructions provided to draw my split table top and each of the leaves were easy to use and understand. I mailed the completed materials and received the table pads very quickly. The table splits in the middle to allow insertion of up to 3 additional leaves. The table also has 2 drop leaves. That's 7 pads. All fit perfectly. I have used them on the table for family parties (not every day) and they're durable and built to last. I keep them in the box they arrived in to protect them when not in use. These are a worthwhile investment."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Buford's Painting & Cleaning Services
4.9(
28
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Serving Donahue, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

"We were nothing but impressed from our first interaction with Ken and Linda Buford.  They returned our initial call immediately and even came out that night to assess the project's time and cost.  We received a written estimate and paint samples in very timely manner.  Once we scheduled the job, Ken and Linda worked as a team to prep and paint the area.  Their attention to detail was evident from the start of the work.  The work was extremely thorough and done quickly.  I would consider myself a "picky" client and they definitely exceeded my expectations. The edging and trim work were clean and the lines were impeccable. They use 2 coats of quality paint.  They cleaned up everything and left no messes. I appreciated that they listened carefully to what we wanted done, gave us some suggestions and delivered a beautiful end result.  There was nothing I would have had them do differently.  Anymore, I don't think you find many talented, true professionals, like Ken, who can deliver such stellar results.  I would recommend them beyond a shadow of a doubt.  In fact, because they did such a fantastic job, we are having them paint the outside of our house as well."
ceiling and walls
exterior
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rockin Roll Painting
5.0(
10
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Serving Donahue, IA and surrounding areas

Credit card accepted

"Joe did an outstanding job! He tackled a big job, in only 2 weeks! We had our upstairs living space + hallway, bathroom, stair banister and railings, and kitchen walls + trim, with the ceilings as well. Along with removing old wall paper throughout the house. We ended up adding the doors to be painted upstairs, with our bathroom vanity and kitchen cabinets. He had no problem adjusting to those additions. Not only was his work excellent, but him and his daughter were very nice and easy to get along with. Ypu can just tell he has a passion for his job, which is why his work is so awesome! His communication was also great! Would highly suggest for anyone looking for a change of fresh paint! We also plan to hire him again for some other home projects!"
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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.

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.

Bow windows need support because they are large and extend out from the exterior wall of the home. Bow windows may extend 1 foot to several feet from the outside of the home, so you’ll need to provide additional support to handle this weight. A window contractor will be able to provide the proper amount of support for your new bow window.

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