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Hanson Construction
4.8(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Fort Atkinson, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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Hanson Construction is Northern Iowa's premier residential general contractor. We specialize in an array of expertise for all of your specialized remodeling needs. We have over 35 years of experience in the industry and are considered masters within our trade. Regardless of the size and scope of your project, we will employ our unique skill set to see your project through from beginning to end. We will treat your property with the same care and consideration that we utilize when working on our own personal projects. We have outstanding customer service and ensure the job is done right the first time. Feel free to contact us to schedule an initial consultation, as we are more than happy to meet with you and discuss your project today!\n

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Fort Atkinson, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"I never contacted the provider or used this service in anyway. I have to
write this review so that the request to write this review stops
popping up.
The rating is bogus as it is required to be able to submit.
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Jill Seidner Interior Design
3.5(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Fort Atkinson, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Once I sent her all the measurements, it took her a little while to get the options back to me.  Overall, they're good designs.  However, they're very simplistic and give general ideas for space planning.  I was hoping to have a better idea for sizes of furniture for the space and some variations on staging.  
Jill was very responsive when I did have a question.  I'm not sure how helpful it is to have a virtual design done.  If we lived in similar cities, I'd probably use her again for help with additional designs.
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Recommended by55%of homeowners
Dave Navarro Construction
5.0(
2
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Fort Atkinson, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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"The workmanship was excellent. The work was completed within the time frame agreed upon as well as the price quoted. Everything was done very professionally from start to finish. I HIGHLY recommend Dave Navarro Construction for any interior remodeling. I will definitely use him again - without hesitation."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DryWall Pro Finishing Company
4.0(
1
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Fort Atkinson, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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DryWall Pro Finishing Company, in business since 2014, is your locally owned and operated drywall business. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. Call us today. We look forward to your future business!

Response time2 days
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

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. 

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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