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Deck Doctor
4.3(
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Waukee, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am extremely pleased with the repair of my 45-year old deck and steep wooden staircase from Ted Brown, the Deck Doctor. Ted was quickly responsive in getting me a reasonable work estimate. He began the work quickly, replacing damaged wood while maintaining original deck to keep my costs down where feasible. He was honest, personable and helpfully communicative. He and his assistant worked quickly and provided a thorough clean up each day. I highly recommend him."
Custom Log Home
 Barn remodel including sides/doors
 New deck with basket style railing system
 Basket style railing system
small, simple wood porch

+35

Response time4 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Just The Handyman
5.0(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Waukee, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh did an amazing job with my new deck project. The demolition and disposal of the old deck and construction of the new deck was top notch. He is very reliable, works quickly, and communicates well."
deck
deck
deck
deck
deck and pergola

+33

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Plus
4.8(
6
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Waukee, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I needed my deck stairs repaired. This involved raising the top of the stairs up into place and engineering a beam system to support the. Ethan responded promptly and offered a solution at a reasonable price. Ethan is a hard worker, very efficient, and doesn't stop until the job is done, plus he is a nice guy. He is now on my go-to list for home maintenance."
Response time1 day
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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777 Remodeling, Renovations & Repairs LLC
4.6(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+7 more

Serving Waukee, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"This contractor was amazing. This is just one of the many projects he has done in my home. Communication has been on point. The work that has been done is top notch. He was always on time and available to answer my questions. The price point for projects was well with in my range. His willingness to work with me and making changes to the plan was great."
Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Tipping contractors, builders, or general contractors is not customary or expected. Unlike many service professions where tipping is built into the payment structure, construction professionals typically charge a full rate for their services. However, you may choose to tip a worker for exceptional service, such as if they go above and beyond, stay late to meet a deadline, or work on a holiday weekend. Before offering a tip, it's a good idea to ask about the company's policy, as some prohibit their employees from accepting gratuities. If you want to show your appreciation for a job well done without giving a cash tip, consider writing a positive online review or offering to serve as a reference for potential new customers.

Joists and beams are both part of the flooring system above your basement, with the beams spanning the length of your home and getting support from vertical posts underneath, and joists usually spanning half the width of your home with no support posts underneath. The floor joists provide even support to the subflooring and flooring above, and they distribute that load to the beams. The beams then distribute that load down through the support posts to the foundation.

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

Yes, Corian® and other solid surface materials can be cut with standard woodworking tools, such as a circular saw or a jigsaw. However, it is crucial to use the correct type of blade to avoid damaging the material.

For a circular saw, a tungsten carbide-tipped blade is required; a triple chip grind blade is highly recommended. For a jigsaw, you should use a fine-tooth down-cutting blade. Do not use blades designed for cutting wood, as they can cause microfractures that weaken the edges of the countertop. A diamond blade is also unnecessary, as those are designed for harder materials like natural stone, which Corian is not.

After cutting, the edge will be rough. It is essential to sand and smooth the cut edge to prevent microfractures, which can eventually compromise the integrity of the countertop.

Labor plays a significant role in the installation of butcher block countertops. Depending on who you hire, your location, the customization level of the project, and whether the wood is already finished, you may pay a professional between $10 and $150 per square foot to install a butcher block countertop. On average, expect the per-hour price to run between $60 and $100.

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