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

Serving Elgin, 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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Toro Carpentry, LLC
4.8(
38
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They added a dormer to my house and did a great job. Framed, sided, roofed, and added gutters. They cleaned up everyday, laid down floor protections, and showed up everyday they were supposed to. I would definitely use them again"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
K & D Custom Carpentry
5.0(
10
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Highly recommend K&D Custom Carpentry! We had a great experience having our staircase balusters replaced with black wrought iron. Communication was excellent throughout the entire process. Brian took the time to work with me on different design options and provided great suggestions that helped us get exactly the look we wanted. The workmanship was excellent, the installation turned out beautifully, and the new balusters completely transformed and updated our staircase. Great communication, quality craftsmanship, and very easy to work with from start to finish. We’re extremely happy with the finished project and would definitely recommend K&D Custom Carpentry!"
Staircase upgrade
Staircase upgrade
Staircase upgrade
Staircase upgrade
Staircase upgrade

+10

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Seven Bridges Carpentry LLC
5.0(
7
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The job was done to our satisfaction. It looks really nice. The contractor was easy to work with. We would use them again. All debris were hauled away and the work area was cleaned up."
Batavia Deck
Response time2 days
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Closet Organizing Systems
4.9(
178
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Closet - Build

Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was an excellent experience from start to finish. They contacted me immediately and scheduled an appointment to come out and look at what I was looking to do. After understanding my needs they created a design suggestion and I loved it, they sent me the design and price quote and once I signed off on it they contacted me to schedule the installation. They kept in contact with me, sent me the installers name and my installers showed up on time, was done in 45 minutes, they completely cleaned up and were very professional, polite and easy to work with. I was very happy and I would highly recommend them."
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Additional Photos

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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 Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have worked with JD Woodworking for 13 years. They have I fort hired them to install cabinets. I was so impressed with their work and professionalism that I hired them in my next house for a custom office, home theatre and bar. Each of these projects were custom built from the cabinets to the coffered ceilings. I have recommended them to several friends and I would recommend them again without hesitation."
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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TK Residential Solutions
5.0(
15
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tom was SO incredible! He’s put furniture together for me, hung lights, installed a ceiling fan, installed gutter guards, shaved a gate for me…. I’m sure there’s more. Wonderful handyman and literally does so much work for everyone in our neighborhood. Very reasonably priced too :)"
Mulch Beds
Microwave Installation
Microwave Installation
Shed Roof
Awning Repair

+3

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, using certified lumber and engineered wood products for reduced environmental impact.

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.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

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.

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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