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Avatar for Ron G Construction Services LLC
Ron G Construction Services LLC
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

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(
10
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

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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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

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
Avatar for 777 Remodeling, Renovations & Repairs LLC
777 Remodeling, Renovations & Repairs LLC
4.6(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+8 more

Serving Grimes, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

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
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Hero Handyman
4.8(
8
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Grimes, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

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.

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

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