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Ron G Construction Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Grimes, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed my lawn to be mowed on short notice. Ron quickly reached out and was able to get the job done and did a wonderful job. Really appreciated the quality work he did on my lawn and how promptly he was able to help me out."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
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DMF Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Grimes, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Derek was friendly and professional and his work was impeccable. He replaced my back patio door and my front door. He communicated with me during the process and got input when we needed a new doorknob because the old one no longer was a good fit. I would absolutely hire Derek again and really appreciated his work."
Door Interior Install
Door Interior Installation
Door Interior Install
Window Installation
Window Installation

+2

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Home Reimagined, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Grimes, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very pleased with the job Nate and Home Reimagined did with my new deck. The project was done within 2 weeks of signing the contract. I highly recommend!"
Basement Bar
Basement Bar
Basement Bar
Basement Bar
Basement Bar

+406

Response time4 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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777 Remodeling, Renovations & Repairs LLC
4.6(
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Serving Grimes, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John did an outstanding job. Better than i expected, his design has gotten many compliments! I want to find more jobs i can have him do at my residence. He is very personable and friendly. I would highly recommend him for anyone with any needs. If anyone has any questions please call me at 515 570 6607 or drive by 2926 7th Ave S, Fort Dodge. QguudwdaaaS"
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Hero Handyman
4.8(
8
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Serving Grimes, IA and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

"He came immediately. Unfortunately, we noticed a structural problem that we need to fix before we can hire him to do the exterior work. I called him and hope to use him in the Spring when this problem is remedied."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Accurate measurements, sturdy materials, and seamless integration with other structures.

New builds, remodels, and additions often necessitate professional framing expertise.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

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