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Q: How do various elements of desk design impact the overall assembly cost?

• <div><p>Costs depend on desk size, labor, included features like drawers or motorized height adjustments, and required wall anchoring.</p></div>

Q: Can a one-story house have a load-bearing wall?

• <div><p>Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.</p></div>

Q: Do I need special lumber for framing a house?

• <div><p>Learning <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-frame-house.htm">how to frame a house</a> includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what&rsquo;s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don&rsquo;t have to worry about finding the right lumber.</p></div>

Q: Does steel framing increase home value?

• <div><p>Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn&rsquo;t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl&mdash;which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.</p></div>

Q: Can you do a bump out for a closet installation?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-a-bump-out-addition.htm">Bump-out additions</a> 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&rsquo;re just looking to increase the space a little&mdash;not renovate the entire closet space. </p></div>

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Last update on May 16, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
I am a Godfrey, Illinois homeowner who needed a new deck. Their work was lovely and provided timely and at a reasonable cost. I couldn’t be happier. Absolutely recommend hiring them for your needs.
Jablan General Contracting
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Reviewed in August 2025
Bill Session of ALl-PRO Construction & Landscape did a GREAT job. He and his crew are experienced, knowledgeable and honest. If you want something done and they have a better way on how to do it where it's better for you, then they'll suggest it. They were on time and always prepared. They have...
All-Pro Construction & Landscape
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Reviewed in February 2025
We had some extensive termite damage repair that needed addressing at our home. I hired these guys who showed up early, jumped right in, tore out the flooring, sub floor and completed the job in a timely fashion and left us with zero mess, furniture put back as they found it and a perfectly...
TB Nuisance Wildlife Removal Services LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
Ryan and Dusty also did a fence install for our new home and did a phenomenal job. Not only was their work amazing they had an awesome attitude and great ideas on how to improve our new home
Moore Services
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Reviewed in July 2023
Showed up on time and did an excellent job. I will be calling back to have my deck power washed.
Complete Power Washing St Louis
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Reviewed in September 2021
Patrick and his two assistants did an excellent job on my brick sidewalk. I had reclaimed brick and I know it is more difficult to work with old reused material but they were willing to give it a go. The sidewalk turned out just as I envisioned. I have a 115 year old home and wanted the...
Patrick's Landscape and Lawncare, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
We recently had Midtown Home Improvement install a fence in our backyard. Everyone we worked with throughout the process was professional and exceeded our expectations. Our fence was installed earlier than originally scheduled which was awesome! I would highly recommend for anyone looking for a...
Midtown Home Improvements, Inc. (St. Louis)
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Reviewed in April 2021
They did an amazing job. Fence was affordable. Rod delivered exactly what we expected in terms of material and installation. He's very prompt in returning calls which quite frankly is rare when dealing with contractors. We had such a great experience that we will hire Rod and his crew when it...
Rod's Home Improvements
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Reviewed in March 2020
John is a very knowledgeable in many areas; electrical carpentry, plumbing. He is reliable and friendly.
Designed Space
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Reviewed in May 2014
They did a great job with the carpentry work, however, drywall finish was lumpy. He sanded he paper. I had to redo all the joints myself. Corners were not straight.
Warner Brothers Construction, Inc.
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Tim Indermitte American Home Improvement & Gutters

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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bunker Hill, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

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"Tim did an amazing job! He replaced our old porch posts with new cedar posts. He is super nice and easy to work with! Looks great! I absolutely recommend him to anyone!"

Response time1 day

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Sharp Homes

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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Bunker Hill, IL and surrounding areas

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I have 10 years of experience in rough framing carpentry. I do decks, basement framing, full home framing, etc. I promise high quality at the lowest price. Give me a call at 3145415667

Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - Install+2 more

Serving Bunker Hill, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"Nathan did a wonderful job, He was as friendly and professional as i could have hoped, i have other projects to do. and he is the person i will call, he also was very reasonable,"

Response time2 days

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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Bunker Hill, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Offers commercial services

"Drew has great craftsmanship and is also really reliable!"

Response time7 hrs

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Jbr contracting LLc

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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair+7 more

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I have 25 years of carpentry experience.\nI am a hard working individual.\nI specialize in all interior and exterior work.

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Field Tactics

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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+3 more

Serving Bunker Hill, IL and surrounding areas

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Young journeyman carpenter here for your carpentry needs

Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Bunker Hill, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."

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Denico

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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build

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I’m very handy! Trust me

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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+11 more

Serving Bunker Hill, IL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I do a wide variety of things from framing, hanging drywall, mud/tape, painting, trim, tile, LVP, cabinets, and doors.

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C-MAC Development, LLC

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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bunker Hill, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Credit card accepted

C-MAC Development, LLC offers quality services to clients at reasonable prices. Our courteous staff has the professional tools and experience necessary to help with all your needs. We specialize in interior and exterior painting, kitchen and bath remodels, flooring, window installations, fences and decks. Call today to get in touch with our staff, and to learn more about what we have to offer!

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Costs depend on desk size, labor, included features like drawers or motorized height adjustments, and required wall anchoring.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

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.

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