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K&M Exteriors LLC

3045 200th Trl
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K&M Exteriors LLC

3045 200th Trl
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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

809 David Drive
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Arnold Home Services

809 David Drive
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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

926 15th Ave SW
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L&T Affordable Construction

926 15th Ave SW
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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.

1212 Dubuque Rd
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Casper Building Services, LLC.

1212 Dubuque Rd
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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

The most likely causes of a deck leaning to one side are damaged deck posts, soil erosion, and inadequate deck footings. If you’re not sure about the exact cause, the best option is to call a contractor who can build a deck to inspect the damage and recommend the best way forward.

Yes, you can hammer a nail into a wall stud. But before you do, it’s important to confirm that you’re actually nailing into a stud—and not wiring, pipes, or ductwork. To check, find a few more studs in the wall, then measure to make sure they’re either 16 or 24 inches apart.

Regular sealing, repainting, and checking for wood rot or pest infestations help maintain longevity.

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.

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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