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cleve construction

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cleve construction

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6 years in construction and carpentry work 2 years in concrete 9 years in electrical outside of plumbing there really isn't much that I can not do! I am proficient and take pride in the work that I do.

6 years in construction and carpentry work 2 years in concrete 9 years in electrical outside of plumbing there really isn't much that I can not do! I am proficient and take pride in the work that I do.

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!

Arnold Home Services

809 David Drive
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Arnold Home Services

809 David Drive
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2 years of experience

Here are some of our main areas of expertise: Kitchen Remodeling Bathroom Remodeling Basement Remodel/Finish Windows Install/Replacement Siding Install/Replacement Decks Building/Replacing/Repairing Much more just ask! Our mission statement is to provide professional work at a budget friendly price. 35+ years of experience in carpenty and contstruction. We are a small crew with low overhead. We work around the clock and will meet you at your expectations for time and quality!

Here are some of our main areas of expertise: Kitchen Remodeling Bathroom Remodeling Basement Remodel/Finish Windows Install/Replacement Siding Install/Replacement Decks Building/Replacing/Repairing Much more just ask! Our mission statement is to provide professional work at a budget friendly price. 35+ years of experience in carpenty and contstruction. We are a small crew with low overhead. We work around the clock and will meet you at your expectations for time and quality!

Rent-a-Papa

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Rent-a-Papa

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25 years of experience

Rent-A-Papa was formed after seeing the community's need for small handyman fix-it jobs. Sometimes you are planning a full kitchen remodel where a contractor is needed. You often need someone who can fix stuff that gets broken around the house like Dad or Grandpa could. Bret started learning fix-it stuff from his Dad and Granddad at an early age. Now he is a Dad and Papa and can fix just about anything. To get started, text or Call us today at (319) 360-3994. Count on us to provide top-to-bottom handyman services. Carpentry: We can create or repair anything made with wood. Electrical Wiring: We tackle small electric projects like adding an outlet. Plumbing: We can change out faucets, sinks, and shower heads. Lighting: We put in lights and ceiling fans. Doors and Windows: We can install doors and windows. Miscellaneous: Need something done not listed? Give us a text or call at 319-360-3994 to discuss your project. Consulting: Need advice? We can help you figure out the next steps in your project. Home Inspection: Putting the house up for sale or buying a new one? Let us inspect the home for peace of mind.

Rent-A-Papa was formed after seeing the community's need for small handyman fix-it jobs. Sometimes you are planning a full kitchen remodel where a contractor is needed. You often need someone who can fix stuff that gets broken around the house like Dad or Grandpa could. Bret started learning fix-it stuff from his Dad and Granddad at an early age. Now he is a Dad and Papa and can fix just about anything. To get started, text or Call us today at (319) 360-3994. Count on us to provide top-to-bottom handyman services. Carpentry: We can create or repair anything made with wood. Electrical Wiring: We tackle small electric projects like adding an outlet. Plumbing: We can change out faucets, sinks, and shower heads. Lighting: We put in lights and ceiling fans. Doors and Windows: We can install doors and windows. Miscellaneous: Need something done not listed? Give us a text or call at 319-360-3994 to discuss your project. Consulting: Need advice? We can help you figure out the next steps in your project. Home Inspection: Putting the house up for sale or buying a new one? Let us inspect the home for peace of mind.

Casper Building Services, LLC.

1212 Dubuque Rd
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Casper Building Services, LLC.

1212 Dubuque Rd
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With over 10 years of Commercial and Residential carpentry and roofing experience Lucas Casper founded Casper Building Services, LLC in 2017 to meet the carpentry, construction, and remodeling needs of Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and the surrounding communities. Licensed and Insured.

"Excellent! I gave him a very rough drawing of what I was hoping for and he was able to reproduce exactly! He even had some cost-effective tips for building, such as customizing a premade cabinet instead of making one from scratch."

Ashley E on September 2019

With over 10 years of Commercial and Residential carpentry and roofing experience Lucas Casper founded Casper Building Services, LLC in 2017 to meet the carpentry, construction, and remodeling needs of Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and the surrounding communities. Licensed and Insured.

"Excellent! I gave him a very rough drawing of what I was hoping for and he was able to reproduce exactly! He even had some cost-effective tips for building, such as customizing a premade cabinet instead of making one from scratch."

Ashley E on September 2019

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

If the bowing basement wall is less than 2 inches, steel or carbon fiber straps are the best solution. For bowing that is more than 2 inches, wall anchors are the most effective. A contractor can help you decide the best method of repair for your home's foundation and also address the root cause of the trouble.

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.

Any issue that affects the structural integrity or soundness of a home is considered a structural issue. In addition to foundation cracks, other signs of structural issues include roof leaks, bowing walls, sloping floors, gaps around windows and doors, and more.

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