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Blakeman's Handyman & Home Improvement LLC
4.8(
16
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCloset - BuildGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business+3 more

Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very hardworking and does great work. Won't finish a job until the completed project is up to his high standards and yours.."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.9(
46
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with Sentri Homes - their customer service was excellent. They sent a subcontractor to install some vinyl laminate in my bathroom and he ended up getting glue all over the carpet in our bedroom. The sub ended up ghosting both me and Sentri, leaving me stuck with a ruined carpet. Sentri stuck with me for over a month to get the carpet replaced with the identical original and to get the vinyl job 100% completed. The carpet was a Home Depot exclusive and Sentri handled everything with them. I will be using Sentri for a much bigger renovation I have coming up soon, because I know that they will make sure everything gets done right no matter what problems come up. The vinyl looks great too."
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"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.
"
Pennsylvania Master Bathroom
Boston Small Condo Kitchen
California Client Saves with HMD Designer Discounts
Recommended by54%of homeowners
Wright High Way Construction
4.6(
12
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Working with Luke through the whole progress was great hands down, full of light and knowledgeable. Had a list of projects that needed to be done overall extremely satisfied with the time it was completed. I highly recommend it for any updates repairs and construction projects."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

No, you do not usually tip a carpenter for their work. However, if you’ve been very happy with the level of service and quality of work, a 10% to 20% tip would likely be accepted with thanks. If you’re not sure, it can help to discuss the carpenter’s policy or preference for tipping before beginning the project.

Many modern homes have soffits, but older ones don’t, and you may be wondering why. Older homes have eaves that extend further beyond the home and help to circulate air, negating the need for a soffit. This style of building has faded away, therefore, modern homes need separate soffit installation. Modern soffits are more efficient than this older style and require less material to construct, saving homeowners money.

Many contractors prefer checks because they’re easy to track and have no associated fees. However, many also accept credit cards (though they might add a fee to cover their processing costs).

The boards between floor joists are called bridging or blocking boards. These are the shortest pieces of wood in the flooring system—with beams being the longest and joists sitting somewhere in the middle—and they serve to reinforce the joists and help provide even support to the flooring above. Bridging specifically helps cut down on uneven and creaking floors in your living area.

Before hiring a carpenter, the most important thing is to make sure they are properly qualified and insured for the job. It’s more than reasonable to ask your prospective carpenter for customer references, as well as about their licensing and insurance. You should also consider choosing a carpenter that specializes in your specific project area to ensure high-quality results. 

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