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Sentri Homes
2.9(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Ottumwa, 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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Adam Exterior Design
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Ottumwa, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Adam Exterior Design is here to make your home and yard look it's best with curb appeal. From landscaping design to decorating your garden to bringing the spark back out of your home. We have you covered. We work efficiently with your plans in mind to ensure your happiness with the result every time. We also love putting our input in to open up options. We look forward to hearing from you. Give us a call today!

Response time5 days
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Arkansas Wood Doors
5.0(
8
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Closet - Build

Serving Ottumwa, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We love our cabinets! They look fantastic while remaining affordable. The friendly staff at AWD helped us from start to finish. They are very knowledgeable and gave us advice and tips when needed. They were receptive and patient with our ever-changing needs. Once we finalized our purchase, we received our cabinets within two weeks! The cabinets are very sturdy and the color is beautiful. The hinges and hardware are high quality. We are extremely pleased with AWD and would recommend them to any friends or family looking for good cabinets at a fair price."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Ottumwa, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"The designers were very nice.  However, they only recommended/carried a litmit number of suppliers - few of which were in Indy.  The suppliers they carreid were also very expensive.  Even though I sent pictures, I found that I needed a designer that could come to the house and help find local suppliers for paints and material."
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
Do it All Davis Construction
4.8(
6
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Ottumwa, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JD was very efficient in communication and made time for me the very next day. He thoroughly inspected the chair and had supplies with him to make a new support for the spring while creatively repairing my chair in less then an hour with the new support stronger then the manufactured one on the other side. He was reasonably priced, cleaned up after himself, was very honest and assured me if there was any issues with the chair to let him know and he would be back free of charge to reassess and fix. DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Upper Deck Carpentry
New to Angi
Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+1 more

Serving Ottumwa, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Upper Deck Carpentry is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. With over 20 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!\n

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Building involves setting foundation posts, framing with durable wood, adding roofing support, and protecting from elements with water-resistant finishes.

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

The cost to frame a 2,000-square-foot house can fall anywhere between $14,000 and $32,000. This price can increase or decrease depending on what type of framing you choose, the quality of the materials, the project's complexity, and whether you decide to hire a professional to do the job.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

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