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Avatar for Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

4.84(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

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Peters Heating & Air Conditioning

4.56(
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Peters Heating & Air Conditioning

4.56(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

Peters Heating and Air Conditioning is a Family owned business. It was opened in 1955 by Ralph and Charlie Peters. Our number one goal at Peters is to satisfy the customer and we have been doing so for over 57 years. We take pride in our high quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Additional phone - (888) 491-4816. We service the areas around: Quincy IL, Hamilton IL, Pittsfield IL, Hannibal MO, Kirksville MO, Columbia MO, Troy MO, St Charles MO, O'fallon MO, St Peters MO, Wentzville MO, and Jefferson City, MO. Check out one of 7 locations; Hamilton, IL - 1975 Keokuk St, Hamilton, IL 62341; (217) 847-2777. Pittsfield, IL - 1401 W Washington, Pittsfield, IL 62363; (217) 285-1600. Columbia, MO - 3801 Waco Rd, Columbia, MO 65202; (573) 443-3660. Hannibal, MO - 4560 Paris Gravel Rd, Hannibal, MO 63401; (573) 221-0093. Kirksville, MO - 1515 S Baltimore, Kirksville, MO 63501; (660) 665-5665. Greater St Louis - 377 Travis Boulevard,Troy, MO 63379. Phone: (636) 462-5161, Fax: (636) 528-9552.

"Log the time they come in and leave: they will overcharge you a LOT!!! They may also have to come (like for me) three times before they advise you to replace the unit. But they will still charge you for everything pointless that they did before then. First visit: Added R22 and left. It didn’t work ($377.50) Second and third visits: Replaced capacitor and left. It didn’t work. Came back and condemned the unit as unfixable. ($185). This is Peter’s in Columbia, MO."

Gui D on September 2024

Peters Heating and Air Conditioning is a Family owned business. It was opened in 1955 by Ralph and Charlie Peters. Our number one goal at Peters is to satisfy the customer and we have been doing so for over 57 years. We take pride in our high quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Additional phone - (888) 491-4816. We service the areas around: Quincy IL, Hamilton IL, Pittsfield IL, Hannibal MO, Kirksville MO, Columbia MO, Troy MO, St Charles MO, O'fallon MO, St Peters MO, Wentzville MO, and Jefferson City, MO. Check out one of 7 locations; Hamilton, IL - 1975 Keokuk St, Hamilton, IL 62341; (217) 847-2777. Pittsfield, IL - 1401 W Washington, Pittsfield, IL 62363; (217) 285-1600. Columbia, MO - 3801 Waco Rd, Columbia, MO 65202; (573) 443-3660. Hannibal, MO - 4560 Paris Gravel Rd, Hannibal, MO 63401; (573) 221-0093. Kirksville, MO - 1515 S Baltimore, Kirksville, MO 63501; (660) 665-5665. Greater St Louis - 377 Travis Boulevard,Troy, MO 63379. Phone: (636) 462-5161, Fax: (636) 528-9552.

"Log the time they come in and leave: they will overcharge you a LOT!!! They may also have to come (like for me) three times before they advise you to replace the unit. But they will still charge you for everything pointless that they did before then. First visit: Added R22 and left. It didn’t work ($377.50) Second and third visits: Replaced capacitor and left. It didn’t work. Came back and condemned the unit as unfixable. ($185). This is Peter’s in Columbia, MO."

Gui D on September 2024

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Fisher Precious Metals

5.00(
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Fisher Precious Metals

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Uncompromising quality and integrity in all of your precious metals purchases and sales. Specializing in gold & silver bullion. Avoid gold and silver retailers selling you their inventory at high premiums! We pay top prices for jewelry, sterling, diamonds and watches! Fisher Precious Metals is a national gold and silver dealer. Listed as a national dealer with the United States Mint, Fisher Precious Metals is a trusted resource for gold and silver coins and bars. Established in 1995, the firm works with individuals on all issues related to buying and selling physical precious metals, storage, security, estate liquidation and long-term exit strategies. John Fisher, the President, is an ICTA Board Member and is approved by the State of Florida to teach Continuing Education courses on precious metals investing to CFP's, CPA's, attorneys and insurance professionals. In addition, John is a frequent guest on various financial radio broadcast programs. Fisher Precious Metals is an A+ rated Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau.

"It went great! We found Fisher Precious Metals on Angie's List, and after googling them, we found they had very positive reviews across the web. Although it was a 45 minute drive from our home, we felt it might be worth it, and it was. We made an appointment with John via email, arrived at 11:00, and spent just over an hour in his office. He evaluated the sterling silver set we had to sell and gave us what we felt was a very fair price. He'd given us an estimate on the value of the gold coins via email, and although the price of gold had fluctuated since he'd provided the quote, the final price was very, very close to the initial quote. We were happy to learn that they will also buy jewelry, as I have a few pieces I haven't worn in a very long time. We were very pleased with the entire experience and will definitely return to their company when we have gold or silver to sell, and we're happy to recommend them to our friends. One thing to keep in mind is that sterling silver sets are basically worth the price of the silver itself. We knew that going in, so we were not disappointed and, in fact, the price we received was a little higher than we'd expected."

Laura C on February 2018

Uncompromising quality and integrity in all of your precious metals purchases and sales. Specializing in gold & silver bullion. Avoid gold and silver retailers selling you their inventory at high premiums! We pay top prices for jewelry, sterling, diamonds and watches! Fisher Precious Metals is a national gold and silver dealer. Listed as a national dealer with the United States Mint, Fisher Precious Metals is a trusted resource for gold and silver coins and bars. Established in 1995, the firm works with individuals on all issues related to buying and selling physical precious metals, storage, security, estate liquidation and long-term exit strategies. John Fisher, the President, is an ICTA Board Member and is approved by the State of Florida to teach Continuing Education courses on precious metals investing to CFP's, CPA's, attorneys and insurance professionals. In addition, John is a frequent guest on various financial radio broadcast programs. Fisher Precious Metals is an A+ rated Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau.

"It went great! We found Fisher Precious Metals on Angie's List, and after googling them, we found they had very positive reviews across the web. Although it was a 45 minute drive from our home, we felt it might be worth it, and it was. We made an appointment with John via email, arrived at 11:00, and spent just over an hour in his office. He evaluated the sterling silver set we had to sell and gave us what we felt was a very fair price. He'd given us an estimate on the value of the gold coins via email, and although the price of gold had fluctuated since he'd provided the quote, the final price was very, very close to the initial quote. We were happy to learn that they will also buy jewelry, as I have a few pieces I haven't worn in a very long time. We were very pleased with the entire experience and will definitely return to their company when we have gold or silver to sell, and we're happy to recommend them to our friends. One thing to keep in mind is that sterling silver sets are basically worth the price of the silver itself. We knew that going in, so we were not disappointed and, in fact, the price we received was a little higher than we'd expected."

Laura C on February 2018

E C Siding & Windows

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E C Siding & Windows

4.88(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
"They had done a good job on my skylight. So I hired them to replace my grandsons roof. Showed up immediately. Started the job a day or two later. Finished it in a day and a half. Reasonable rate. Another excellent job. .Thank you, EC ROOFING ."

Paula G on December 2020

"They had done a good job on my skylight. So I hired them to replace my grandsons roof. Showed up immediately. Started the job a day or two later. Finished it in a day and a half. Reasonable rate. Another excellent job. .Thank you, EC ROOFING ."

Paula G on December 2020

Nu-Life Cabinets

4.64(
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Nu-Life Cabinets

4.64(
11
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Thank you for considering Nu-Life Cabinets. We offer service to the residents of Blakesburg and surrounding towns. Our goal is to meet your service needs with the highest quality service in cabinet refacing, new cabinets/counter tops to floors and tiles. Please call us today for more information.

Thank you for considering Nu-Life Cabinets. We offer service to the residents of Blakesburg and surrounding towns. Our goal is to meet your service needs with the highest quality service in cabinet refacing, new cabinets/counter tops to floors and tiles. Please call us today for more information.

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Burlington Handyman, LLC

5.00(
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Burlington Handyman, LLC

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

What makes me unique? I am very customer service oriented and will be where I say Im gonna be, when I say Im gonna be. I treat every project as if its my own. I am honest and have integrity. My goal is to help others save money on projects that are to small for a contractor to deal with and to help anyone else out who just needs some assistance with honey do list tasks.

"Great. Good communication and nice to work with. I would hire him again."

Kathy M on September 2024

What makes me unique? I am very customer service oriented and will be where I say Im gonna be, when I say Im gonna be. I treat every project as if its my own. I am honest and have integrity. My goal is to help others save money on projects that are to small for a contractor to deal with and to help anyone else out who just needs some assistance with honey do list tasks.

"Great. Good communication and nice to work with. I would hire him again."

Kathy M on September 2024

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Dudley Brothers Company

4.79(
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Dudley Brothers Company

4.79(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family-owned & operated since 1977. We are a full-service remodeling company specializing in Curb Appeal.

Family-owned & operated since 1977. We are a full-service remodeling company specializing in Curb Appeal.

The Schebler Co

4.80(
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The Schebler Co

4.80(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since 1895, Schebler has been making Quad Cities homes and businesses more comfortable. Today, our heating and cooling systems can be found in spaces as large as the iWireless Center and in many homes throughout the Quad Cities area.

Since 1895, Schebler has been making Quad Cities homes and businesses more comfortable. Today, our heating and cooling systems can be found in spaces as large as the iWireless Center and in many homes throughout the Quad Cities area.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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