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Dunaway Construction

11634 Honalee Hills Drive
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Approved Pro

Dunaway Construction

11634 Honalee Hills Drive
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Done the Right Way! Dunaway Construction prides our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We have one the best construction company in the area. 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 us today!

"Lee showed up on time at my old cabin to go over project and was there when he said that he was going to be there to demo old cabin.he was professional and did it for a fair price !"

Leah H on May 2020

Done the Right Way! Dunaway Construction prides our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We have one the best construction company in the area. 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 us today!

"Lee showed up on time at my old cabin to go over project and was there when he said that he was going to be there to demo old cabin.he was professional and did it for a fair price !"

Leah H on May 2020


MJ Buildings

4001 Highway P
5.00(
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Approved Pro

MJ Buildings

4001 Highway P
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
20 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very nice guys and willing to work with you. Photos coming soon"

Robin B on February 2025

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very nice guys and willing to work with you. Photos coming soon"

Robin B on February 2025


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DLR Mechanical

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DLR Mechanical

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6 years of experience

DLR Mechanical is a do it all kind of business. We specialize in welding and fabrication, General mechanical repairs and equipment restoration. We also have keep guys staffed with 5+ years of electrical, plumbing, construction and carpentry skills. We try our best to satisfy all of our costumers needs at the best available pricing.

DLR Mechanical is a do it all kind of business. We specialize in welding and fabrication, General mechanical repairs and equipment restoration. We also have keep guys staffed with 5+ years of electrical, plumbing, construction and carpentry skills. We try our best to satisfy all of our costumers needs at the best available pricing.


Small family owned and operated business that specializes in all of your concrete needs! Always looking to make you happy and make your dream come true!


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JL Construction

686 State Highway 37
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JL Construction

686 State Highway 37
5.00(
54
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"The Roof looks great and it was finished in less than a day. Josh, Job site supervisor, communicated well with me. The workers were fast and polite."

Bill B on October 2025

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"The Roof looks great and it was finished in less than a day. Josh, Job site supervisor, communicated well with me. The workers were fast and polite."

Bill B on October 2025


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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(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
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


First Impressions Home Improvement and Painting

287 Julies Drive
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First Impressions Home Improvement and Painting

287 Julies Drive
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18 years of experience

First Impressions is a business in the Jackson, MO area that has been in operation since 2007. Hi, I'm Kyle Litchfield, and I am the owner of First Impressions Home Improvement and Painting. I am a lifelong resident of the Cape/ Jackson area and I take great pride in every project I am given the chance to work on. I come from a long construction background and have been in the construction world for most of my life. I am knowledgeable in almost all aspects of construction and in the rare event that I don't have an answer for a customers questions or needs I have a long list of professional connections in the area that I have known for a long time to consult with depending on what the topic area is. I am also a 10 year veteran of the local fire service as a Volunteer Firefighter and EMT. I hold State Level Certifications as an EMT-B as well as Firefighter 1 and 2 levels and Hazardous Materials Certifications. I take great pride in keeping my mess as contained as possible while working on a project and I take the safety of not only myself, but also the customer and their family. I specialize in the small stuff. Unlike other businesses, I am proud to say that I do not have a service call or minimum charge for services. I have done work for folks as simple as just changing a couple of door knobs, or fixing that door that gets hard to open and close every now and again. You don't have to have a major project to need a repairman!! If you think your problem is too small for a repairman to care about, think again. Give me a call!!

First Impressions is a business in the Jackson, MO area that has been in operation since 2007. Hi, I'm Kyle Litchfield, and I am the owner of First Impressions Home Improvement and Painting. I am a lifelong resident of the Cape/ Jackson area and I take great pride in every project I am given the chance to work on. I come from a long construction background and have been in the construction world for most of my life. I am knowledgeable in almost all aspects of construction and in the rare event that I don't have an answer for a customers questions or needs I have a long list of professional connections in the area that I have known for a long time to consult with depending on what the topic area is. I am also a 10 year veteran of the local fire service as a Volunteer Firefighter and EMT. I hold State Level Certifications as an EMT-B as well as Firefighter 1 and 2 levels and Hazardous Materials Certifications. I take great pride in keeping my mess as contained as possible while working on a project and I take the safety of not only myself, but also the customer and their family. I specialize in the small stuff. Unlike other businesses, I am proud to say that I do not have a service call or minimum charge for services. I have done work for folks as simple as just changing a couple of door knobs, or fixing that door that gets hard to open and close every now and again. You don't have to have a major project to need a repairman!! If you think your problem is too small for a repairman to care about, think again. Give me a call!!


Gossco Construciton

102 Transcraft Dr.
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Gossco Construciton

102 Transcraft Dr.
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12 years of experience

Gossco Construction is a General Contracting company that self performs carpentry work. We construct projects as big as restaurants and as small as decks. We specialize in completing projects on time and within budget. We pride ourselves in providing a quality product and customer satisfaction.

Gossco Construction is a General Contracting company that self performs carpentry work. We construct projects as big as restaurants and as small as decks. We specialize in completing projects on time and within budget. We pride ourselves in providing a quality product and customer satisfaction.



Family Inc. Creative Contracting

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Family Inc. Creative Contracting

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12 years of experience

We are a small local contracting company that specializes in kitchen and bath remodeling/design. We pride our company on the quality of work we preform at a realistic price. We will work with any budget with amazing results. Family Inc. Creative contracting also offers a wide arrayof other services you name it we can do it. No job to small. Give us a call today fit all of your household needs.

We are a small local contracting company that specializes in kitchen and bath remodeling/design. We pride our company on the quality of work we preform at a realistic price. We will work with any budget with amazing results. Family Inc. Creative contracting also offers a wide arrayof other services you name it we can do it. No job to small. Give us a call today fit all of your household needs.

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, a bowed wall can be straightened in several ways. If the bowing is minimal, it can often be straightened by installing anchors or straps. For more severe basement wall bowing, your contractor might need to excavate the soil outside the foundation and pull the wall back into its original position to straighten it.

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.

Generally completed within a couple of hours, depending on damage extent.

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.

Signs of structural damage include foundation cracks, roof leaks, bouncy floors, crumbling concrete, and cracked or leaning chimneys. Structural damage can make itself apparent in various ways, and sometimes, there may not be obvious signs. Inspect your foundation and roof annually to stay ahead of potentially serious structural problems. 

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