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Avatar for Martin Home Improvement
Martin Home Improvement
5.0(
4
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCustom Cabinets - Build+2 more

Serving Manning, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bruce came in on pool house project that was started with very poor quality. Bruce had to redo many aspects of the house that the first contractor did. He fixed all of the previous errors and finished the project! It looks amazing!!!"
Replacing Treads
Removing Treads and Pads
Removing Treads
Almost finished
Stairs redone and refinished

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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Arkansas Wood Doors
5.0(
8
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Closet - BuildCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Manning, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"AWD went above and beyond to make sure we had exactly what we needed. Their service was excellent. Their cabinets were made on time and of exceptional quality. I would recommend them to anyone."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Austin Burd
4.7(
36
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Manning, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went about his job in a workman like manor"
Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Chet's AZ Construction
5.0(
4
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Manning, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They helped me install a window I had. They did it quickly and didn't make a huge mess. Helped me out after doing a prior project on the same day. It was nice to get two things done in one day. Thanks!!!!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Manning, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"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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Pennsylvania Master Bathroom
Boston Small Condo Kitchen
California Client Saves with HMD Designer Discounts
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Top Notch Renovations Facebook
4.6(
9
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCarport (Wood) - Build+5 more

Serving Manning, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They built a very nice deck for me in only 2 days and I was quite happy with the price. Really good guys, they worked through some very cold and windy weather to get it finished."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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PK Home Solutions LLC
4.1(
11
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Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Manning, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We are so happy with our tile floor! Jeff and crew did a meticulous job and it really has changed the look of our home! We were so happy with the tile job that we also hired them to fix a floor area in our entry room that had water damage. Again, we were very satisfied with the finished product. PK Home Solutions does high quality work and are wonderful to work with!"
Bathroom Guy and Remodel
Bathroom Guy and Remodel
Bathroom Guy and Remodel
Bathroom Guy and Remodel
Response time2 days
Response rate97%
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Dave Navarro Construction
5.0(
2
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+10 more

Serving Manning, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"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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Sentri Homes
2.9(
49
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Manning, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All the work was on time and to satisfaction! The crew was kind and professional! I would definitely use this company again for all my home improvements!"
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

While you can perform many routine home maintenance jobs yourself, it’s often a good idea to bring pros in for certain tasks. HVAC maintenance, fireplace and chimney inspections, foundation repairs, and roof inspections and repairs should be handled by professionals who know what to look for and can safely perform repairs. You may also find it helpful to hire a local house cleaning service to help with deep cleaning.

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

Some states require carpenters to be licensed to perform forms of carpentry, such as framing. The license requires a certain amount of experience and to pass an examination. In states that don’t require carpenters to be licensed, they must be licensed as a contractor if they work independently rather than solely as a subcontractor under a licensed builder. Use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to find out whether a potential carpenter is licensed in your state.

Floor joists provide support and stability to the flooring installed above them, whether it be hardwood, tile, or carpet. They’re essentially horizontal beams that hold up the subfloor and everything that lies on top of it. Floor joists also help evenly distribute weight across their structure so that it’s shared between walls, beams, and your foundation.

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