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RM3's Services

3227 Hoffman St
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RM3's Services

3227 Hoffman St
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10 years of experience

RM3's Services has at total of 1-3 employees we are a sub contractor in the Kendall county area that does work all around the Chicago-land area. We come out to you with a free quote and we do bill with a fifty percent down payment and once the work is done the rest will be do.

RM3's Services has at total of 1-3 employees we are a sub contractor in the Kendall county area that does work all around the Chicago-land area. We come out to you with a free quote and we do bill with a fifty percent down payment and once the work is done the rest will be do.

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Strafford Window Manufacturing, Inc.

168 Roller Coaster Road
5.00(
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Strafford Window Manufacturing, Inc.

168 Roller Coaster Road
5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We do not manufacture windows or doors for homes nor do we use Insulated glass. Strafford Window Mfg. manufacturers custom wood windows for barns, sheds, stables, pool houses, cabin, porches and interior applications in the home. Our windows are made of all wood and single strength glass. Call for pricing on Tempered glass. Strafford Window MFG. manufactures Sashes, Transoms, Single Hung Window Units, Hopper Window Units, Fixed Window Units and Screens.

"These windows are solid, well built and look great. I will be ordering more for my house."

Don P on September 2020

We do not manufacture windows or doors for homes nor do we use Insulated glass. Strafford Window Mfg. manufacturers custom wood windows for barns, sheds, stables, pool houses, cabin, porches and interior applications in the home. Our windows are made of all wood and single strength glass. Call for pricing on Tempered glass. Strafford Window MFG. manufactures Sashes, Transoms, Single Hung Window Units, Hopper Window Units, Fixed Window Units and Screens.

"These windows are solid, well built and look great. I will be ordering more for my house."

Don P on September 2020

Midwest Parker Services, Inc

Aurora
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Midwest Parker Services, Inc

Aurora
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At Midwest Parker Services, we do everything needed to ensure the quality of protection you, your family, and business receive is of the highest caliber. And, because we integrate all of our services, we're able to deduce the most accurate picture of what's happening during a time of high urgency. While we hope you and you never need to use any of our emergency services, if you do, we assure you that you'll have peace of mind you made the right choice. With more than 20 years in the security business, we know what it takes to protect you and yours.

At Midwest Parker Services, we do everything needed to ensure the quality of protection you, your family, and business receive is of the highest caliber. And, because we integrate all of our services, we're able to deduce the most accurate picture of what's happening during a time of high urgency. While we hope you and you never need to use any of our emergency services, if you do, we assure you that you'll have peace of mind you made the right choice. With more than 20 years in the security business, we know what it takes to protect you and yours.

Dexter Clayton Construction

3394 E 50 North Rd
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Dexter Clayton Construction

3394 E 50 North Rd
5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Dexter Clayton Construction is a family owned independent contractor. We want to bring to life the projects you want to take on. We have great references and competitive prices. We promise there will be no disappointment and we guarantee our services.

Dexter Clayton Construction is a family owned independent contractor. We want to bring to life the projects you want to take on. We have great references and competitive prices. We promise there will be no disappointment and we guarantee our services.

Diamond Handyman Services

200 W Morgan St
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Diamond Handyman Services

200 W Morgan St
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35 years of experience

We our a small family owned business that services surrounding areas of jasper county IL. We offer various types of remodels/new construction of all types but are also willing to come change that 1 door for you, where the big companies won't. High quality is our goal.

We our a small family owned business that services surrounding areas of jasper county IL. We offer various types of remodels/new construction of all types but are also willing to come change that 1 door for you, where the big companies won't. High quality is our goal.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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