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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Victor, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"I never contacted the provider or used this service in anyway. I have to
write this review so that the request to write this review stops
popping up.
The rating is bogus as it is required to be able to submit.
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Jill Seidner Interior Design
3.5(
89
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Victor, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Once I sent her all the measurements, it took her a little while to get the options back to me.  Overall, they're good designs.  However, they're very simplistic and give general ideas for space planning.  I was hoping to have a better idea for sizes of furniture for the space and some variations on staging.  
Jill was very responsive when I did have a question.  I'm not sure how helpful it is to have a virtual design done.  If we lived in similar cities, I'd probably use her again for help with additional designs.
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Recommended by55%of homeowners
Veteran Construction LLC
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Victor, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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Veteran Construction, LLC is a locally owned and operated company with over 15 years in the industry. Let us show you our stress-free, reliable and professional touch for any of your home improvement needs. We're committed to excellence in customer service and professional quality craftsmanship. Call today to see what professionalism and expertise can do for the overall value of your project.

Bokhoven Construction
2.8(
2
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Victor, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

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"His quality of work was very good. Cost if labor was much higher than quote, but some of that was due to fact he didn't have the experience of installing Onyx shower system and underestimated. He is a one employee company and subs out much of the work which may also affect the total cost depending on availability. Overall we are very happy with the results. He always showed up when promised and got plumbers and electrician on site promptly. He is also trustworthy."
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

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.

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.

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