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Top-Rated Carpenters in Cortland - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Drew Pro Carpentry
Drew Pro Carpentry
5.0(
47
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Andrew did a great job in removing and installing three interior door frames, doors and casing. He explained everything that he was going to be doing pre job start and answered my questions along the way. When he was finished the installed doors/frames and casings looked great and he cleaned the work areas very well. I would recommend him highly for quotes and work"
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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Gerlyn Services, LLC
5.0(
27
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Gerlyn to assemble and attach a 12 x 14 Yardistry Gazebo to our new cement patio. They also assembled and attached a privacy wall and counter to the Gazebo that we ordered along with our set. We could not be more pleased with the timeliness of the service and the friendliness of the builders. Very professional and detail oriented. Excellent communication. Would highly recommend."
Stain
Composite deck
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Details Remodeling
Details Remodeling
5.0(
13
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Steve was very helpful and his work is excellent. He understood my needs and offered great suggestions. At the end of the project, I was very happy and his suggestion saved me money. Thank you Steve."
A stair in Wauconda
A stair in Wauconda
A stair in Wauconda
A stair in Wauconda
A stair in Wauconda

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Penny Lane Decks, LLC
Penny Lane Decks, LLC
4.3(
38
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Nick was great to work with, and was forthcoming with the information that I had asked about. Other contractors didn't want to even look at project, whereas Nick was willing to bid, and do the project. He followed up with text and kept in contact as he needed to. We would use him again for other projects."
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+23

Response time12 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
LJ Flooring, Inc.
4.9(
9
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Similar to other reviews Luis went above and beyond to refinish my original hardwood floors. We bought our new house and were searching for someone to do the job. After sending a couple emails, and calling for basic quotes, we went on Angi and immediately after searching for professionals Luis called. He had seen we were searching and told me he would come over the same day to check the floors and give us a quote and that was it. He set up a time to choose our stain, and even grabbed some extra so we could match our Butcher Block counters to our hardwoods. Not only did he start on our floors earlier than expected, he did an amazing job with what looked like an absolute mess before he started. We’re crazy about our floors, and even noticed that before he was finished they had added an extra touch by cleaning our air vents while the grates were off. A true professional and a good person, I would recommend him to anyone. Thank you again!!"
SHOWER REPLACEMENT
SHOWER REPLACEMENT
SHOWER REPLACEMENT
SHOWER REPLACEMENT
SHOWER REPLACEMENT

+32

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for FORGENEST LLC
FORGENEST LLC
5.0(
4
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Carpentry Framing - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"So happy with the carpet cleaning! My carpets look and smell fresh, and the whole space feels much cleaner. The team was friendly, professional, and thorough. Great service from start to finish—I would definitely use them again and highly recommend them!"
Interior Deep Cleaning
Interior Deep Cleaning
Interior Deep Cleaning
Interior Deep Cleaning
Interior Deep Cleaning

+6

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

To calculate the number of linear feet of baseboard you’ll need, measure the length of each wall of the room you’re installing them in as close to the floor as possible, rounding up to the next full linear foot. If it’s your first DIY molding job, having a few extra feet on hand for miscuts is a good idea.

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.

If the bowing basement wall is less than 2 inches, steel or carbon fiber straps are the best solution. For bowing that is more than 2 inches, wall anchors are the most effective. A contractor can help you decide the best method of repair for your home's foundation and also address the root cause of the trouble.

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