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Avatar for Mr. Handyman Metro East
Mr. Handyman Metro East
4.6(
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Serving Alton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent. I called 6 places and only Mr Handyman would help. The office staff was so helpful and worked to get us help. The repairman that came out was very professional and knowledgeable. As importantly he was very considerate of my elderly father. Wonderful service."
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+5

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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The Designer Craftsmen
5.0(
5
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Serving Alton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Hello there! I'm a Saint Charles/Saint Louis native and an experienced carpenter and remodeller of 17 years! Been in my own business since 2022. I love to do beautiful work at reasonable prices. I am focused on design-minded small construction and carpentry--this means that I am not primarily so focused on flashy features and the newest updates, and more focused on how I can create a project with you that makes sense with your specific house and it's architectural design. I love working with wood the most but really love doing most anything on a home and happy to do handyman work here and there as well. Please reach out so we can start a conversation! I'm happy to offer advice on how to navigate the construction industry or send you phone numbers of other great guys if you need other services. I focus on approachability and a down to earth experience. I love doing good work, i'm easy to deal with and show up when I say I will. Would love to work with you!

Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck

+25

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Accredited Roofing
4.7(
30
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Serving Alton, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Speedy competitive quote! Even fast response time and repair. Winds around my city can be brutal at times and everything to this day is still holding tight! Thank you accredited roofing!"
New roof system
Roof replacement
Roof replacement
Roof replacement
Roof replacement

+66

Response time4 hrs
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
C Hatcher Construction
4.8(
9
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Serving Alton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"No matter what problem you have, Clint is the man for the job! He not only fixed the plumbing issues I discovered during a remodel but was able to fix the electrical issues, flooring problems, install the cabinets, cut and grout backsplash tile, and fix a handful of minor issues that came up along the way. Clint is on time, dependable, courteous and respectful of your property - he even cleans up afterwards! I could not have completed this project without Clint Hatcher and highly recommend him to anyone who needs work done - you will not be disappointed!!"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Luxury Lawncare
4.2(
6
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Serving Alton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n\nM-F 8-5

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Pro Integrity Handyman
5.0(
3
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Serving Alton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"William did an outstanding job! He arrived promptly and did professional work from start to finish assuring the work done was with expertise. The services he assisted me with was touch up painting, rebuilt my wooden bed frame, and bolting my toilets down to be more secure in both my bathrooms. He’s definitely a “Jack of all trades” type of guy. If anyone need handyman/carpenter assistance look no further. Thanks again, T"
Water Damage repair
Water Damage repair
Water Damage repair
Water Damage repair
Water Damage repair

+13

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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OnCenter Contracting, LLC
4.1(
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Serving Alton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"OnCenter Contracting outperformed anyone else we worked with before. They quickly assessed what needed to be done, delivered the quote the next day, made the adjustments we needed on the work. After the contractual phase, they kept us in the loop while they were getting permissions, ordering of the materials, and quickly planned for the work schedule. While they were building our construction (a Pergola on our porch), they were respectful for our time and privacy needs, they were flexible to make the minor changes on the construction we asked for. They even noticed some issues on the existing porch and fixed those problems at material cost only. Overall, we are very pleased with the outcome, and OnCenter Contracting was a very pleasant experience from start to finish."
Church St. exterior remodel
Church St. Remodel
Church St. Remodel
custom octagon window
Church St. Remodel

+54

Response time2 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

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