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Avatar for Mr. Handyman of Wheaton-Hinsdale
Mr. Handyman of Wheaton-Hinsdale
4.7(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+6 more

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Tom came into my home explained everything to me. Went to the store and picked up my doors and got to work. Tom was fantastic and his work went above my expectations. I will definitely be calling Mr Handyman again and asking for Tom do the work."
Siding repair
Light replacement commercial
Deck rotten wood replacement
Gate repair
Gutters cleaned

+1135

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for O'Rourke Deck Services, LLC
O'Rourke Deck Services, LLC
4.9(
82
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent professional work and managed to use existing structures to cut costs. Carpentry work was master level and cleaned up very well and communication was first rate. In general lumber costs are high but the finished deck they did for my back deck is well worth the investment and will be enjoyed for years to come!"
Riverside TREX Transcend
Clarendon Hills TREX Transcend
Western Red Cedar
Response time12 hrs
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for Suburban Handyman LLC
Suburban Handyman LLC
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+4 more

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Thomas of Suburban Handyman replaced the spindles on my front porch guard rails. He gave me a competitive quote and had some great recommendations on pressure treated vs traditional spindles. He was neat, professional, did a great job and I would not hesitate to call him for my next project."
Balcony Deck
balcony deck
balcony deck
Balcony deck
Balcony Deck

+57

Response time4 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
Avatar for Grandview Construction, Inc.
Grandview Construction, Inc.
4.9(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - Install

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeremy was excellent throughout the entire process, from our initial design meeting through completion of the job. After our basement remodel was finished, I hired Jeremy again to build a deck for our home. Again, excellent job and done in a quick and timely manner. I d hire Jeremy for any home improvement projects, excellent work."
Finished Product
Close up picture of deck
Finished space
New header in and tyvek installed
Finished product

+180

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Noble Modern Builders, LLC
4.9(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the first phone call I had with Richard to the finished job, these contractors were extremely thorough, well communicated, efficient, and they did a great job in removing drywall, insulating ductwork, installing new drywall, and refinishing as well as repainting all the new surfaces. Noble Modern Builders gave a competitive estimate, and they stuck to it while also being flexible for add on work if necessary. I would highly recommend using this tight family - like crew run by Rey as they do fantastic work, and they get the job done the right way, on time, and on budget."
Multi-Family Clubhouse
Multi-Family Clubhouse
Office Build Out
Entertainment Complex
Grocery Renovation

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

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