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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 Darien, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Andrew is very good and efficient. Within the work day he has installed seven doors, three were custom fitted. Also he has installed hardware and casing. I highly recommend Andrew, he shows passion in finish carpentry."
Bifold
Bifold door
Pocket door
Pocket door
Interior doors

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Suburban Handyman LLC
Suburban Handyman LLC
5.0(
66
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+4 more

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Professional craftsman! Installed flooring in two bathrooms, repaired wall damage to perfection and a number of miscellaneous home repairs. He was timely in arrival and completing the work. Open to any questions and offered excellent suggestions. I will use Suburban Handyman again! Thank you Tom!"
Balcony Deck
balcony deck
balcony deck
Balcony deck
Balcony Deck

+57

Response time4 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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Grandview Construction, Inc.
4.9(
32
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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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Slip Proof Safety, Inc.
4.1(
104
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed blinds installed in my home and hired Slip Proof Safety. I really appreciated the fact that Frank and his assistant made it to my house on time and complete the task in a timely manner. I would definitely use them again if the need arises."
Removing tub for a new shower base
Tub to Shower conversion w heavy-duty grabbars
 Before walk-in tub, removing original tub
Replaced standard tub w walk-in tub
 Before walk-in tub

+26

Recommended by74%of homeowners
Avatar for Closet Organizing Systems
Closet Organizing Systems
4.9(
178
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Closet - Build

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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We are thrilled with the results.  The design has given us ample space to fit our needs, the product is high quality, the cost was very competitive, and it was installed without any issues whatsoever.  Both the designer and installer were on time, very experienced, polite, and thorough.  We could not have asked for more.


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+29

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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J D Woodworking LLC
5.0(
8
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Closet - BuildFurniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I felt confident that they would do a good job. I was not on-site and left them alone in my condo to install the crown molding. They did keep in contact with me via text with questions and pictures. They were true professionals! They did an excellent job!!"
White oak hand crafted bunk bed
Custom crafted bunk Bed
Custom crafted Bar
Cedar sauna
Cedar Hot tub

+59

Response time30 mins
Recommended by71%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. 

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.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

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