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Crarys Carpentry

121 6th Street
5.00(
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Crarys Carpentry

121 6th Street
5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

Crary's Carpentry, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. 6 years of accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Very fast and had the job done so fast."

Brennen S on August 2023

Crary's Carpentry, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. 6 years of accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Very fast and had the job done so fast."

Brennen S on August 2023

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Driftless Irrigation & Lighting, LLC

300 9th St
New on AngiNew on Angi
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Driftless Irrigation & Lighting, LLC

300 9th St
New on AngiNew on Angi
•Approved Pro
33 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

Driftless Irrigation & Lighting LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Driftless Irrigation & Lighting LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

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Next Gen Construction

20996 N Brady St #3
4.71(
14
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Next Gen Construction

20996 N Brady St #3
4.71(
14
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
50 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

At Eastern Iowa HandE Man, we pride ourselves on being your trusted partner for all handyman and home improvement needs. Our team is dedicated to delivering top-quality craftsmanship, reliable service, and exceptional attention to detail on every project. Whether it’s a small repair, a complete renovation, or custom improvements, we tackle each job with the same level of care and professionalism. Our mission is to help you enhance your living space, increase your home's value, and make your vision a reality. Let us take the stress out of home maintenance and improvement—we’re here to make your home work for you.

"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!"

Christina W on April 2025

At Eastern Iowa HandE Man, we pride ourselves on being your trusted partner for all handyman and home improvement needs. Our team is dedicated to delivering top-quality craftsmanship, reliable service, and exceptional attention to detail on every project. Whether it’s a small repair, a complete renovation, or custom improvements, we tackle each job with the same level of care and professionalism. Our mission is to help you enhance your living space, increase your home's value, and make your vision a reality. Let us take the stress out of home maintenance and improvement—we’re here to make your home work for you.

"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!"

Christina W on April 2025

K&M Exteriors LLC

3045 200th Trl
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K&M Exteriors LLC

3045 200th Trl
No reviews yet
2 years of experience

The company provides various exterior contracting solutions to meet the needs of every customer. We specialize in decks, porches, fences, outside fireplaces, brick lain walkways, septic tanks, residential utility service repair, environmental remediation, hazmat clean up and much more!

The company provides various exterior contracting solutions to meet the needs of every customer. We specialize in decks, porches, fences, outside fireplaces, brick lain walkways, septic tanks, residential utility service repair, environmental remediation, hazmat clean up and much more!

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All Seasons Construction

1416 Brett Street
5.00(
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All Seasons Construction

1416 Brett Street
5.00(
5
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

All Seasons Construction is a locally owned general contracting company. We offer a 24-hour emergency service for certain situations. Our proven track record and willingness to go the extra mile will make us your go-to partner to successfully execute a wide range of projects from exterior to interior. We promise to show up on time and clean up after were finished. If you're interested in seeing some work we have done in the past, then check out our Facebook page! All it takes is one simple phone call today to schedule a FREE appointment.

"Great. I have used them several times and I would highly recommend them to others."

Victoria B on April 2020

All Seasons Construction is a locally owned general contracting company. We offer a 24-hour emergency service for certain situations. Our proven track record and willingness to go the extra mile will make us your go-to partner to successfully execute a wide range of projects from exterior to interior. We promise to show up on time and clean up after were finished. If you're interested in seeing some work we have done in the past, then check out our Facebook page! All it takes is one simple phone call today to schedule a FREE appointment.

"Great. I have used them several times and I would highly recommend them to others."

Victoria B on April 2020

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

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.

You can use a nail to find ceiling joists, but it’s not as reliable as a stud finder, and you’ll end up with lots of small holes in your ceiling. If the nail hits a joist, you'll feel increased resistance. Mark the spot with a pencil. Repeat this process regularly along the ceiling, 16 or 24 inches apart, until you've mapped out the joist locations.

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

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