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Chris Pierce Construction, LLC

500 N 8th St
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Chris Pierce Construction, LLC

500 N 8th St
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

CHRIS PIERCE CONSTRUCTION, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Chris knows his stuff."

Nicholas S on July 2025

CHRIS PIERCE CONSTRUCTION, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Chris knows his stuff."

Nicholas S on July 2025


K&M Exteriors LLC

3045 200th Trl
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K&M Exteriors LLC

3045 200th Trl
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2 years of experience

The company provides various exterior contracting solutions to meet the needs of every customer. We specialize in decks, porches, fences, outside fireplaces, brick lain walkways, septic tanks, residential utility service repair, environmental remediation, hazmat clean up and much more!

The company provides various exterior contracting solutions to meet the needs of every customer. We specialize in decks, porches, fences, outside fireplaces, brick lain walkways, septic tanks, residential utility service repair, environmental remediation, hazmat clean up and much more!


Lane Custom Builders LLC

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Lane Custom Builders LLC

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3 years of experience

Welcome to Lane Custom Builders LLC, where quality craftsmanship meets personalized service. As a veteran-owned company, we take pride in our commitment to excellence and attention to detail. With years of experience in the industry, we specialize in residential construction and remodeling projects, transforming your vision into reality. At Lane Custom Builders LLC, we understand that your home is a reflection of your unique style and personality. That's why we work closely with our clients, ensuring that every project is tailored to their specific needs and preferences. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals combines expertise with passion, delivering exceptional results on every project we undertake. Whether you're looking to build your dream home from the ground up or revamp your existing space, Lane Custom Builders LLC is your trusted partner. We prioritize open communication, transparency, and reliability, ensuring a seamless and stress-free construction experience. Explore our portfolio and discover the artistry and innovation that sets us apart. Choose Lane Custom Builders LLC for your residential construction and remodeling needs, and let us transform your house into the home you've always envisioned.

Welcome to Lane Custom Builders LLC, where quality craftsmanship meets personalized service. As a veteran-owned company, we take pride in our commitment to excellence and attention to detail. With years of experience in the industry, we specialize in residential construction and remodeling projects, transforming your vision into reality. At Lane Custom Builders LLC, we understand that your home is a reflection of your unique style and personality. That's why we work closely with our clients, ensuring that every project is tailored to their specific needs and preferences. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals combines expertise with passion, delivering exceptional results on every project we undertake. Whether you're looking to build your dream home from the ground up or revamp your existing space, Lane Custom Builders LLC is your trusted partner. We prioritize open communication, transparency, and reliability, ensuring a seamless and stress-free construction experience. Explore our portfolio and discover the artistry and innovation that sets us apart. Choose Lane Custom Builders LLC for your residential construction and remodeling needs, and let us transform your house into the home you've always envisioned.


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Zed Construction

33rd St
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Zed Construction

33rd St
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6 years of experience

general construction, concrete finishing and stamping, installing, demo, large or small we get dirty doing them all. we do it all in one call making your dream home and improvements to give you the memoiys that make you completely love your home

general construction, concrete finishing and stamping, installing, demo, large or small we get dirty doing them all. we do it all in one call making your dream home and improvements to give you the memoiys that make you completely love your home


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J&J Construction

4529 Cleveland St
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J&J Construction

4529 Cleveland St
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Free onsite estimate

J&J Construction does Remodels, siding, windows, doors, concrete, painting, flooring, drywall,and more. We will treat you right and get it done the way the customer wants it. This is a family business and with lots of knowledge wit the construction trade. We give free estimates. Find us on Facebook j&j construction. we are located in sioux city, IA

J&J Construction does Remodels, siding, windows, doors, concrete, painting, flooring, drywall,and more. We will treat you right and get it done the way the customer wants it. This is a family business and with lots of knowledge wit the construction trade. We give free estimates. Find us on Facebook j&j construction. we are located in sioux city, IA


P&T Sales

11262 265TH ST
5.00(
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P&T Sales

11262 265TH ST
5.00(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

P&T Sales - Providing Parking & Transportation (As of July 2013 we became licensed used vehicle dealership) Outdoor storage needs, including Premier Portable Buildings and Tri-State Carports & Buildings. Also secure outdoor storage for: boats, Rv's, and vehicles, at a reasonable monthly or yearly cost. Moving to our Current location in September 2011, P&T Sales has made it our mission to develop our business into one stop shopping. We developed and maintain on of the most secure outdoor storage area for your outdoor storage of, (Boats, Campers, Trailers, Vehicles and Semi trailers). In April 2013 we became Northern Iowa newest U-Haul Network Dealer and Service Center. As of July 2013 we became licensed used vehicle dealership. In July 2014 we started a labor only moving service. We pride ourselves in Customer service, and on call service. We will work with all Customers in anyway possible to achieve their transportation, storage, outdoor services and moving needs. We are in a high traffic location on US 122 old Hwy.18 between Mason City and Clear Lake, Ia. 50428. Currently we have an open retail space ~450 sq. ft. available for rent under our same roof. Great location for print shop, insurance office, remote location office for existing business, availability is here!

P&T Sales - Providing Parking & Transportation (As of July 2013 we became licensed used vehicle dealership) Outdoor storage needs, including Premier Portable Buildings and Tri-State Carports & Buildings. Also secure outdoor storage for: boats, Rv's, and vehicles, at a reasonable monthly or yearly cost. Moving to our Current location in September 2011, P&T Sales has made it our mission to develop our business into one stop shopping. We developed and maintain on of the most secure outdoor storage area for your outdoor storage of, (Boats, Campers, Trailers, Vehicles and Semi trailers). In April 2013 we became Northern Iowa newest U-Haul Network Dealer and Service Center. As of July 2013 we became licensed used vehicle dealership. In July 2014 we started a labor only moving service. We pride ourselves in Customer service, and on call service. We will work with all Customers in anyway possible to achieve their transportation, storage, outdoor services and moving needs. We are in a high traffic location on US 122 old Hwy.18 between Mason City and Clear Lake, Ia. 50428. Currently we have an open retail space ~450 sq. ft. available for rent under our same roof. Great location for print shop, insurance office, remote location office for existing business, availability is here!


myhometutions

Hyderabad
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myhometutions

Hyderabad
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Home Tuitions in Hyderabad: http://www.myhometutions.com has become the one stop shop for Home Tuitions in Hyderabad where it serves from KG to PG and also hobbies, Sports and Physical Trainers and so on...

Home Tuitions in Hyderabad: http://www.myhometutions.com has become the one stop shop for Home Tuitions in Hyderabad where it serves from KG to PG and also hobbies, Sports and Physical Trainers and so on...


Shandy Home Improvements LLC

5328 240th Ave
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Shandy Home Improvements LLC

5328 240th Ave
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9 years of experience

We are a Home Improvement business that specializes in the smaller jobs that most contractors are not interested in. We have 1 full time employee and several skilled part time employees that can be called upon when necessary. The business is fairly new, but I have been working in the trades for 21 years. We also offer referral discounts, and incentives for customers that have work done by us.

We are a Home Improvement business that specializes in the smaller jobs that most contractors are not interested in. We have 1 full time employee and several skilled part time employees that can be called upon when necessary. The business is fairly new, but I have been working in the trades for 21 years. We also offer referral discounts, and incentives for customers that have work done by us.


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Decks and Porches questions, answered by experts

Both deck footings and deck posts help prop up your deck. However, footings are the bottommost parts of a deck that touch the ground. They’re usually made of concrete. Posts are pieces of wood that attach to the top of the footings with brackets. They run upwards and connect to the underside of your deck to support its weight.

The main cause of a rotting porch post is prolonged exposure to moisture. So, the best way to prevent rot is to eliminate and guard against moisture.

  • Use wood caulk to seal any cracks, openings, or areas along the post where water is likely to pool.

  • Secure porch posts into concrete, if possible.

  • Cover wooden posts with protective sleeves or wraps, often made of vinyl.

  • Install metal post anchors for extra support.

A porch roof will be prone to leaking if it suffers damage from extreme weather events, or if it was improperly installed and waterproofed from the get-go. In some cases, a porch roof will be leaky simply because it's at the end of its lifespan and needs to be replaced. Proper maintenance and promptly repairing damage from high winds and hail will help keep your porch roof from leaking.

The signs of rot depend on the type. Dry rot looks like cube-shaped cracks with a fluffy white, cotton-like texture. Wood with dry rot may also have a strong, musty smell. 

Signs of other types of rot include wood that looks mushy or has black spots. The wood may crumble or give way when touched.

It is possible to repair wet, rotted wood, but it depends on the extent of the damage. If the wood is severely decayed, it may be necessary to replace the affected sections entirely. However, if the rot is relatively minor, you can attempt to repair it. Start by removing any wet or decayed wood, allowing the area to dry thoroughly. Then, you can apply a wood hardener or consolidant to strengthen the remaining wood fibers. Finally, use epoxy wood fillers to fill in the damaged areas, shaping and sanding them to match the original wood surface.

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