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Todd
New to Angi

Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hello, I offer a multitude of services including handyman, cabinet installation, a multitude of repair and construction services, and more. Feel free to reach out to me to see if I can help you with whatever services you need completed.

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God Inspired Everist Designs
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Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Aaron fixed a section of my wood privacy fence, was able to use a portion of my existing fence and put in new poles. It was done in the timeframe promised and he was great to work with."
Dining Table/Sets
Dining Table/Sets
Dining Table/Sets
Dining Table Set
Custom Built Furniture

+10

Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mordern Impovements
4.5(
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Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Matt was a pleasure to work with on the decking project. He made repairs and added a portion to the deck. It looks wonderful and he was pleasant to talk to while he worked. Would hire again."
Decking/Fencing
Decking/Fencing
Decking/Fencing
Decking/Fencing
Decking/Fencing

+128

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elite Design and Building Contractors
5.0(
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Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have known the owner of this business for many, many years. He comes from several generations of carpenters and his work is impeccable.He's a straight shooter, professional, and has great integrity."
Custom Entertainment Center
Custom Entertainment Center
Custom Entertainment Center
His and Her sinks and vanity
Finished Product

+68

Response time5 days
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Fencing questions, answered by experts

How long a fence lasts, including a split rail fence, will depend on the material from which it’s made. The average lifespan of a wood fence is about 15 to 20 years. However, split rail fences made out of premium materials, like composite, vinyl, steel, or aluminum, can last for 25 to 30 years or more, especially if you take good care of the material and carry out necessary maintenance.

In most cases, you will need a building permit to put up a vinyl fence, especially if the fence is sitting on or close to your property line. You can ask your local building department or  fence installation company if your fence project will require a permit. If so, you can expect it to cost between $20 and $60. Your fence installer should pull the permit for you. Building without a permit could eventually require you to pay again to remove the fence and reinstall it after getting the job approved.

There are many pros and cons to vinyl and composite fencing. Both fencing types offer longer lifespans than wood fencing, with some notable advantages. Whether one is better for you will depend on a few factors. Composite is better if you prefer recycled materials, while vinyl is extremely easy to clean. 

Also, consider the disadvantages: vinyl can be more expensive, while composite fencing fades during the first six months.

Standard post spacing for shadowbox fences is 6 to 8 feet. This spacing ensures proper support for the heavy weight of overlapping pickets and prevents sagging between posts. However, areas with high winds, slopes, or unstable soil conditions may require closer spacing.

Of all the fencing options, the cheapest type is a repurposed pallet fence because it’s made of used materials that are easy to find for free. But if you’re not interested in the DIY game, customize a covered chain link fence or a plain wood fence to provide the best privacy possible.

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