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Avatar for Drew Pro Carpentry
Drew Pro Carpentry
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Candlewick Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Andrew was very professional with his work. He was great to work with, I added other work because his work turned out great . He was honest with pricing / bidding. Also picked up materials for me. Great communication. Call Drew Pro Carpentry for all your Carpentry needs ."
Bifold
Bifold door
Pocket door
Pocket door
Interior doors

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
4.9(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Candlewick Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience working with Top Bros construction and remodeling. They fully removed our tile and wood flooring and installed LVP that we had provided. They also installed new trim and baseboards throughout, which look great. They were timely and efficient. We are very happy with the outcome!"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel

+28

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Raindrops Hardscape LLC
4.7(
12
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Candlewick Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had them build a front porch over the crumbling cement pouch with treated lumber. It came out great and we are very happy with the workmanship and the amount of time and the cost was very reasonable."
Response time7 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NEW TECH GENERAL CONTRACTORS LLC
5.0(
9
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Candlewick Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"New Tech is an outstanding contractor! Communication was excellent, we were never left guessing about anything. The guys on the work crew were great craftsmen and were very friendly. (Why wouldn’t they be, my wife gave them cookies!). We give New Tech our unqualified, enthusiastic recommendation!"
Anderson
Anderson
Anderson
Lee Illinois
Lee Illinois

+25

Response time3 days
Response rate93%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

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.

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