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Ron G Construction Services LLC
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Serving Elkhart, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

"Outstanding concrete leveling service! Their concrete injection/mud jacking work was precise, efficient, and highly professional. They lifted and leveled the slab perfectly, restoring the area without any mess or complications. The team arrived on time, explained the process clearly, and delivered excellent results at a fair price. I highly recommend their concrete leveling services!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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DMF Construction, LLC
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Serving Elkhart, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Derek was amazing to work with. His work is top-notch and he has excellent communication skills. He built our deck quickly and was prompt to clarify any changes to the original plan that were necessary to obtain my approval. I plan to hire him again for additional work!"
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by60%of homeowners
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TruBlue Home Service Ally of East Des Moines
4.9(
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Serving Elkhart, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I can not say enough good things about Ryan & his team Dan & Frank. Prompt, great craftmanship. cleaned up well after. what more can you ask for. Would definately hire Ryan anytime I need something done. I am so thankful for people like this that help older people and don't take advantage or have prices so high you can not afford them. Ed"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

Metal stud framing parts include the studs themselves, upper and lower tracks that act as top and bottom wall plates, various angle fasteners and clips, screws for fastening pieces togeher, metal straps, c-channel supports, and thicker steel supporting structures. Roof framing metal components include pre-fabricated trusses, heavy-gauge stud pieces, and various plates and fasteners.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

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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