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RDB CONSTRUCTION LLC

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RDB CONSTRUCTION LLC

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate

As 30+ years experience carpenters, we are always prepared to take on your projects with precision and care. We pride ourselves on being courteous and polite, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish. Our approach involves actively listening to your needs and preferences to deliver tailored solutions. ???? We understand the importance of clear communication and collaboration to bring your vision to life. From the initial consultation to the final touches, We are dedicated to providing exceptional craftsmanship. ? We are ready to start, so contact me today.

As 30+ years experience carpenters, we are always prepared to take on your projects with precision and care. We pride ourselves on being courteous and polite, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish. Our approach involves actively listening to your needs and preferences to deliver tailored solutions. ???? We understand the importance of clear communication and collaboration to bring your vision to life. From the initial consultation to the final touches, We are dedicated to providing exceptional craftsmanship. ? We are ready to start, so contact me today.


Bex Construction Services

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Bex Construction Services

New on AngiNew on Angi
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12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!


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Luxury Lawncare

4.17(
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Luxury Lawncare

4.17(
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Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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. M-F 8-5

"Good communication skills."

Tim S on December 2022

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. M-F 8-5

"Good communication skills."

Tim S on December 2022


Hartman Homes

5.00(
3
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Hartman Homes

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

"Drew was very professional. He did a very good job for a great price. I would recommend him to anyone who needs help fixing up or adding to their home!!"

Madisyn W on August 2020

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

"Drew was very professional. He did a very good job for a great price. I would recommend him to anyone who needs help fixing up or adding to their home!!"

Madisyn W on August 2020


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OnCenter Contracting, LLC

4.44(
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OnCenter Contracting, LLC

4.44(
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Customers say: Quality work
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

OnCenter Contracting prioritizes precision, quality, and customer satisfaction. We value the work that goes into exceptional craftsmanship from start to finish. From the moment we meet a client to the day we reveal the completed project, OnCenter strives to provide service fo the utmost quality. OnCenter Contracting is dedicated to ensuring that customer satisfaction is our satisfaction. We specialize in interior finishes both in residential and commercial settings and also provide our same exceptional craftsmanship to you home remodeling projects!

"The wood that OnCenter used for my Pergola was defective and they refuse to stand behind their warranty. They tell me that If Menards will not warranty their wood, then how can they. I think it is terrible that I paid $6400 to have a nice pergola on my back patio and I am left with cracked, defective wood. I was told that OnCenter would only replace a portion of the pergola (they could not deny how bad this wood was; but they refuse to replace the entire thing. It is the entire pergola that has the same wood and all of that wood is cracking badly. It will not do me any good to have half of the pergola replaced, only to have the other half keep cracking and be a different color. I tried to explain this to Sam Cox, owner of OnCenter, and he told me that; he cannot control how wood ages; For the money I paid, I really think I should enjoy my pergola and be able to look at it and have my visitors look at it without being ashamed of how unsightly it is. I have a nice house and wanted a nice pergola. I feel I will now need legal representation and have to reach out to Menards corporate office myself. I will have to do the fight that OnCenter should be doing. Terrible"

Debbie R on June 2023

OnCenter Contracting prioritizes precision, quality, and customer satisfaction. We value the work that goes into exceptional craftsmanship from start to finish. From the moment we meet a client to the day we reveal the completed project, OnCenter strives to provide service fo the utmost quality. OnCenter Contracting is dedicated to ensuring that customer satisfaction is our satisfaction. We specialize in interior finishes both in residential and commercial settings and also provide our same exceptional craftsmanship to you home remodeling projects!

"The wood that OnCenter used for my Pergola was defective and they refuse to stand behind their warranty. They tell me that If Menards will not warranty their wood, then how can they. I think it is terrible that I paid $6400 to have a nice pergola on my back patio and I am left with cracked, defective wood. I was told that OnCenter would only replace a portion of the pergola (they could not deny how bad this wood was; but they refuse to replace the entire thing. It is the entire pergola that has the same wood and all of that wood is cracking badly. It will not do me any good to have half of the pergola replaced, only to have the other half keep cracking and be a different color. I tried to explain this to Sam Cox, owner of OnCenter, and he told me that; he cannot control how wood ages; For the money I paid, I really think I should enjoy my pergola and be able to look at it and have my visitors look at it without being ashamed of how unsightly it is. I have a nice house and wanted a nice pergola. I feel I will now need legal representation and have to reach out to Menards corporate office myself. I will have to do the fight that OnCenter should be doing. Terrible"

Debbie R on June 2023


Wolf Fabrication

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Wolf Fabrication

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10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our welding and metal fabrication and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our welding and metal fabrication and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.


Le Roy Construction & Remodeling

4.75(
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Le Roy Construction & Remodeling

4.75(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
116 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Everything went great. Job completed on time and clear communication and expectations throughout."

John K on August 2021

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Everything went great. Job completed on time and clear communication and expectations throughout."

John K on August 2021


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Mr. Handyman Metro East

4.64(
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Mr. Handyman Metro East

4.64(
188
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
209 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

One call does it all!! .Mr. Handyman is the largest employer of home repair contractors in U.S. and Canada. For more than 15 years we've consistently hired experienced, reliable employees whose skills are further refined through technical and customer service training. All of our handyman service technicians are licensed and insured for your safety and theirs. That means you'll receive consistently high quality work from safe, reliable, professional handymen. Mr. Handyman's professionals arrive in nationally-recognized uniforms and branded vans that are stocked with every tool they'll need. Our on-time record is second to none, and we arrive ready to work. One phone call to Mr. Handyman hires professionals who complete your entire "To Do" list. Every task whether major or minor home repair is prioritized according to your needs. For all your major and minor home repair needs, call Mr. Handyman today!

"It went fast, clean and great."

Jai D on February 2021

One call does it all!! .Mr. Handyman is the largest employer of home repair contractors in U.S. and Canada. For more than 15 years we've consistently hired experienced, reliable employees whose skills are further refined through technical and customer service training. All of our handyman service technicians are licensed and insured for your safety and theirs. That means you'll receive consistently high quality work from safe, reliable, professional handymen. Mr. Handyman's professionals arrive in nationally-recognized uniforms and branded vans that are stocked with every tool they'll need. Our on-time record is second to none, and we arrive ready to work. One phone call to Mr. Handyman hires professionals who complete your entire "To Do" list. Every task whether major or minor home repair is prioritized according to your needs. For all your major and minor home repair needs, call Mr. Handyman today!

"It went fast, clean and great."

Jai D on February 2021


"Steve Eaton and his crew constructed A beautiful 15x 42 Timber tech composite deck for us.His work was very precise down to the smallest detail.He went out of his way to make sure each stage of the construction was done pr spec.Steve personally performed special small additional tasks that the wife requested without even hesitating.I would highly recommend Eaton bros const.to anyone that may need any expert construction needing performed. Thank you again Steve,and your crew for our project completed that we will enjoy for several years to come"

Frank S on October 2025

We Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Steve Eaton and his crew constructed A beautiful 15x 42 Timber tech composite deck for us.His work was very precise down to the smallest detail.He went out of his way to make sure each stage of the construction was done pr spec.Steve personally performed special small additional tasks that the wife requested without even hesitating.I would highly recommend Eaton bros const.to anyone that may need any expert construction needing performed. Thank you again Steve,and your crew for our project completed that we will enjoy for several years to come"

Frank S on October 2025


C Hatcher Construction

5.00(
7
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C Hatcher Construction

5.00(
7
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
282 local quotes requested

Home repairs, electric, plumbing, remodeling, flooring, masonry, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Excellent work and communication. . Work done very timely manner. Very reasonable cost. Have several other projects hiring him to do. Highly recommend"

Kristi S on March 2024

Home repairs, electric, plumbing, remodeling, flooring, masonry, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Excellent work and communication. . Work done very timely manner. Very reasonable cost. Have several other projects hiring him to do. Highly recommend"

Kristi S on March 2024

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You can use a nail to find ceiling joists, but it’s not as reliable as a stud finder, and you’ll end up with lots of small holes in your ceiling. If the nail hits a joist, you'll feel increased resistance. Mark the spot with a pencil. Repeat this process regularly along the ceiling, 16 or 24 inches apart, until you've mapped out the joist locations.

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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.

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.

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

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