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Gordon Construction
5.0(
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Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Gordon Construction did a great job transitioning our old pool deck into a nice entertainment area. He removed part of the old deck, moved the stairs and rebuilt them, and installed new railings. He did a great job listening to our requests and incorporating his knowledge to achieve our desired results."
Response time7 hrs
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O'Donnell Decking
4.8(
15
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Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fast, affordable, and great communication. Mike is friendly and very talented. I contacted 8 different contractors and am very pleased I chose Oâ Donnell Builders."
ODonnell Pergola
Rolling Deck
Fijords Deck
Riverside Deck and Screen Porch
Nile Screen Porch

+165

Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Beyond Fabrication & Repair
4.8(
18
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Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Replaced the door frame in the garage and did an excellent job! He was very understanding and got the job done in a timely manner. I recommend his services to anyone! Replaced the frame to"
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fitted and insulated
finished product
finished product
Demo

+6

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by5%of homeowners
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Henson Home Services, LLC
4.4(
36
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Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would recommend Henson Home Services for gutter cleaning. Luke was very prompt and did good work. Be sure and tell him where you want him to put the leaves."
Deck Stain In Progress
Deck Stain
Deck Stain After
Deck Stain
Yard Clean

+8

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clarke House Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clarke Home Solutions exceeded our expectations, providing excellent services at an affordable price. Our service provider explained his process, welcomed questions and was happy to consult with us on additional projects. We found him to be earnest, efficient and to care about satisfying us as customers. We’re very pleased that we found Clarke Home Solutions!"
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Northland Handyman Services
5.0(
8
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Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Northland handyman services was the first to reach out to me about my project. They made it extremely easy for me to brief them on the project at hand and gave clear estimates around the work they could do and when. They came to scope the job right away, gave honest guidance and feedback around what was realistic based on my budget, and sent a quote and contract that same day. A day later, they were able to come and complete the job — exceeding my expectations. They excel at communications, timeliness and quality. I’d recommend them to anyone."
Patio Railing
Patio Railing
Patio Railing
Front Door Installation
Front Door Installation

+2

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Bow windows need support because they are large and extend out from the exterior wall of the home. Bow windows may extend 1 foot to several feet from the outside of the home, so you’ll need to provide additional support to handle this weight. A window contractor will be able to provide the proper amount of support for your new bow window.

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.

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