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"We recently hired Joe & 2T Construction to completely remodel our kitchen, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, the experience was smooth, professional, and stress-free. They began by handling the full demolition of our old kitchen with care and efficiency, making sure to minimize disruption to the rest of our home. Throughout the remodel, their communication was excellent—they kept us informed at every stage and were always available to answer our questions. He help design the new kitchen layout and had really great plans detailing the new kitchen layout. The craftsmanship and attention to detail were outstanding. Everything from the cabinetry and countertops to the flooring and lighting was installed with precision and care. The final result is not only beautiful but also highly functional. The team was punctual, respectful of our space, and cleaned up thoroughly each day. We appreciated their transparency with the budget and timeline, both of which were met as promised. We highly recommend 2T Construction to anyone considering a kitchen remodel. They exceeded our expectations in every way."

Travis Y on June 2025

2T Construction is a full service remodeling contracting company. From resurfacing decks to full additions and remodeling we are ready to make your dreams a reality. Please call us at 319-777-6647

"We recently hired Joe & 2T Construction to completely remodel our kitchen, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, the experience was smooth, professional, and stress-free. They began by handling the full demolition of our old kitchen with care and efficiency, making sure to minimize disruption to the rest of our home. Throughout the remodel, their communication was excellent—they kept us informed at every stage and were always available to answer our questions. He help design the new kitchen layout and had really great plans detailing the new kitchen layout. The craftsmanship and attention to detail were outstanding. Everything from the cabinetry and countertops to the flooring and lighting was installed with precision and care. The final result is not only beautiful but also highly functional. The team was punctual, respectful of our space, and cleaned up thoroughly each day. We appreciated their transparency with the budget and timeline, both of which were met as promised. We highly recommend 2T Construction to anyone considering a kitchen remodel. They exceeded our expectations in every way."

Travis Y on June 2025



K&M Exteriors LLC

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K&M Exteriors LLC

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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!


Arnold Home Services

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Arnold Home Services

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2 years of experience

Here are some of our main areas of expertise: Kitchen Remodeling Bathroom Remodeling Basement Remodel/Finish Windows Install/Replacement Siding Install/Replacement Decks Building/Replacing/Repairing Much more just ask! Our mission statement is to provide professional work at a budget friendly price. 35+ years of experience in carpenty and contstruction. We are a small crew with low overhead. We work around the clock and will meet you at your expectations for time and quality!

Here are some of our main areas of expertise: Kitchen Remodeling Bathroom Remodeling Basement Remodel/Finish Windows Install/Replacement Siding Install/Replacement Decks Building/Replacing/Repairing Much more just ask! Our mission statement is to provide professional work at a budget friendly price. 35+ years of experience in carpenty and contstruction. We are a small crew with low overhead. We work around the clock and will meet you at your expectations for time and quality!



L&T Affordable Construction

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L&T Affordable Construction

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Specialties include demolition, framing, drywall, painting, Trim, Roofing, and much more. L&T Affordable Construction has been in business for 2 years and the help and friendliness of the staff is outstanding. We set ourselves apart from others because of our affordable prices.

Specialties include demolition, framing, drywall, painting, Trim, Roofing, and much more. L&T Affordable Construction has been in business for 2 years and the help and friendliness of the staff is outstanding. We set ourselves apart from others because of our affordable prices.


Casper Building Services, LLC.

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Casper Building Services, LLC.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With over 10 years of Commercial and Residential carpentry and roofing experience Lucas Casper founded Casper Building Services, LLC in 2017 to meet the carpentry, construction, and remodeling needs of Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and the surrounding communities. Licensed and Insured.

"Excellent! I gave him a very rough drawing of what I was hoping for and he was able to reproduce exactly! He even had some cost-effective tips for building, such as customizing a premade cabinet instead of making one from scratch."

Ashley E on September 2019

With over 10 years of Commercial and Residential carpentry and roofing experience Lucas Casper founded Casper Building Services, LLC in 2017 to meet the carpentry, construction, and remodeling needs of Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and the surrounding communities. Licensed and Insured.

"Excellent! I gave him a very rough drawing of what I was hoping for and he was able to reproduce exactly! He even had some cost-effective tips for building, such as customizing a premade cabinet instead of making one from scratch."

Ashley E on September 2019




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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

Sagging floors, large cracks in your walls, and uneven door frames are three signs that your floor joists need to be replaced. You may also notice squeaky floorboards, windows that no longer close correctly, and stairs that sag on either side. You'll need a structural engineer or floor contractor to confirm whether the floor joists are the true problem behind these issues.

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.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

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.

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