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Gordon Construction
5.0(
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Serving Mount Vernon, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kyle and his crew completed a 5 year re- roofing project that required purchase of all materials, year of of old roofing, any needed repairs and re-roofing. The project was commissioned but Crystal Estates HOA for its 25 4 plex and duplex buildings. Kyle managed the project without problems and to the HOA's complete satisfaction. Kyle continues to do miscellaneous repair and maintenance for the HOA property in a high quality and timely fashion. We are very glad that we have him."
Response time7 hrs
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Beyond Fabrication & Repair
4.8(
18
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Serving Mount Vernon, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Had to cut into deck to access and repair damage underneath to the house. Involved difficult access and restricted movement. The damage was repaired and the deck closed back up with excellent results."
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+6

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by5%of homeowners
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Clarke House Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Mount Vernon, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great small business, ran by a local guy in Cedar Rapids. He tore down an old free standing garage on the property and took care of the all the scraps and demo. Had such a great experience the first time, I hired him again to rip out the old deck, and build a brand new one. Summer evenings have been great on the deck. The old eye sore of the garage is gone and grass grows where it used to stand. Will be hiring again for the next project!"
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Park Ridge Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Mount Vernon, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Keegan was great to work with - very professional and was responsive to my requests and questions about our total deck rebuild. He communicated throughout the project with any updates. They completed the work in a timely manner and did a beautiful job. And took care of all of the clean up and debris removal. I'm very happy with the results and highly recommend Park Ridge Construction."
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+20

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Northland Handyman Services
5.0(
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Serving Mount Vernon, 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."
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Front Door Installation

+2

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Caves Service LLC
4.9(
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Serving Mount Vernon, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a great job replacing polymer sand and resealing my concrete paver patio. I had to stay on him about getting the materials I wanted. Polymer sand and sealant weren't what I specified. But he made it right and was delightful to work with."
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Window Cleaning Project

+1

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Coyle Construction
5.0(
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Serving Mount Vernon, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Gabe built a mantel out of wood for my brick fireplace. He designed & built it according to my wishes. I wanted distressed wood to match the beams in an adjoining room. He was meticulous in his work, asked questions & requested input on the specifications, & built a replica to show what the finished project would look like. He also reframed my screened-in porch and installed new doors in the porch (which included realigning the frame, which was off-set & crooked. In addition he hung blinds, shelves, & pictures throughout my house. He works long hours and follows-through on completing each project he starts, at a high quality."
Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.3(
21
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Serving Mount Vernon, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

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.

Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. 

Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.

If you remove a load-bearing wall to create an entrance to a carport or covered patio, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. Factors such as the type of addition and if that area needs additional work will add to the price.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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