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Avatar for Drew Pro Carpentry
Drew Pro Carpentry
5.0(
40
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Andrew was very professional with his work. He was great to work with, I added other work because his work turned out great . He was honest with pricing / bidding. Also picked up materials for me. Great communication. Call Drew Pro Carpentry for all your Carpentry needs ."
Bifold
Bifold door
Pocket door
Pocket door
Interior doors

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for O'Rourke Deck Services, LLC
O'Rourke Deck Services, LLC
4.9(
81
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Downers Grove, 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
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for Perfect Work Remodeling & Repairs
Perfect Work Remodeling & Repairs
5.0(
28
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallDeck or Porch - Repair+5 more

Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I noticed what I thought initially was my above the counter cabinets coming loose from the wall. Mike from Perfect Work was in contact with me and looked at pictures of what I was concerned with. He identified that it was a cosmetic issue, and not the actual cabinets coming away from the wall. He also took the time to come by my place on his way to another job to see it in person. It turned out to be the trim in one area coming loose, and not the cabinets themselves. I know little about cabinetry, so to have someone take the time to allay my fears, was really appreciated. I know this business to be trustworthy and pleasant to work with now, and should the need for home projects come up in the future, I would not hesitate to use Angi, or directly call Perfect Work to do the job. Thank you again Mike!"
Deck Rot Goes Through Home
Deck Restored and completed with every detail done with best practice and exceeding building codes.
The white piece along the deck is a 2nd flashing.   With cedar siding, wicking can be a problem.
Deck Rot Goes Through Home
Deck Rot Goes Through Home

+52

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ten Home
Ten Home
5.0(
82
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+4 more

Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tom and his crew did a lot more than just paint my new townhome. They installed new lighting, toilets, faucets, and more. Tom and Tracy are communicative, professional, honest, skilled, and flexible. I also thought their pricing was fair given the work they did. I would wholeheartedly recommend them to others!"
Fireplace renovation
Exterior door repaint
Kitchen/Living room update
Exterior powerwashing
Exterior painting - porch - trim - stairs

+536

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Seven Bridges Carpentry LLC
5.0(
7
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great company to work with, they responded quickly and were able to complete the project right away. I was very pleased with the work that was done and will definitely consider them for future projects."
Batavia Deck
Response time2 days
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Local Option Home Services
Local Option Home Services
5.0(
20
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Downers Grove, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Sean procured the repair materials and matching corner siding piece from a siding contractor. The damage caused by squirrel was repaired and the hole covered very carefully. The area now looking like new. The work was done with much expertise and care. We will use Sean again for all handyman services in our home."
New kitchen.
Exterior painting / entire house
Handyman Services Project
Brick patio
Handyman Services Project

+13

Response time5 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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.

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.

Costs depend on desk size, labor, included features like drawers or motorized height adjustments, and required wall anchoring.

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