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Avatar for Lange Handyman Services, LLC
Lange Handyman Services, LLC
5.0(
18
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Serving Collinsville, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent! Great job restoring wood deck floors, 3 sets of stairs, built in benches and railings. Mark did a great job. His assistant Phyllis was awesome. Joanna is friendly and quote was fair and reasonable. Completed quickly and removed all old wood. Will definitely call for future projects."
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Deck Steps and Railings Repair
Removed railroad ties and built retaining wall.
Deck, Retaining wall, Basement Door
Deck Repairs

+41

Response time1 day
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman Metro East
4.6(
196
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Serving Collinsville, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent. I called 6 places and only Mr Handyman would help. The office staff was so helpful and worked to get us help. The repairman that came out was very professional and knowledgeable. As importantly he was very considerate of my elderly father. Wonderful service."
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+5

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Stair Artisan
4.9(
23
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Serving Collinsville, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My stair project came out beautifully. I couldn't believe how awesome it looks. I really appreciate the quality of the work and how lovely my house looks. Thanks Stair Artisan."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Accredited Roofing
4.7(
30
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Serving Collinsville, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Speedy competitive quote! Even fast response time and repair. Winds around my city can be brutal at times and everything to this day is still holding tight! Thank you accredited roofing!"
New roof system
Roof replacement
Roof replacement
Roof replacement
Roof replacement

+101

Response time4 hrs
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
C Hatcher Construction
4.8(
9
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Serving Collinsville, IL and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

"No matter what problem you have, Clint is the man for the job! He not only fixed the plumbing issues I discovered during a remodel but was able to fix the electrical issues, flooring problems, install the cabinets, cut and grout backsplash tile, and fix a handful of minor issues that came up along the way. Clint is on time, dependable, courteous and respectful of your property - he even cleans up afterwards! I could not have completed this project without Clint Hatcher and highly recommend him to anyone who needs work done - you will not be disappointed!!"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Redeemed Renovations
5.0(
2
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Serving Collinsville, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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,"
Siding
Siding
Stairwell
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

Enhances property value, ensures safety, and provides a sound basis for future construction.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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