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Avatar for Perfect Touch Home Improvement
Perfect Touch Home Improvement
5.0(
34
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect Touch did an amazing job sealing our deck! The team was professional, efficient, and paid close attention to detail. The finish looks beautiful and really brought the wood back to life. Our deck is now protected and looks brand new. Highly recommend Perfect Touch for anyone needing top-quality deck sealing!"
Work in progress
Finish Result
Window Washing
Gutter Cleaning
Gutter Cleaning

+51

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
2 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 Evanston, 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%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JSB Carpentry and Handyman, LLC
JSB Carpentry and Handyman, LLC
5.0(
45
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jose is a very experienced carpenter and built a deck for me that is a fine piece of workmanship he did exactly what he said he would do! and exactly when he said he would do it! I have hired many handymen over the years Jose is absolutely the best I have ever worked with. I highly recommend JSB"
Repair and paint the deck
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Cedar Siding Enclosure
Porch Stairs and Bench

+1

Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A2 CARPENTRY
5.0(
9
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCloset - BuildDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Jose did wonderful cabinetry work for us, refacing the doors on a built in wardrobe, building a new attached bookshelf unit, and combining them seamlessly. He was very communicative, flexible, and responsive. Would definitely recommend."
Cover for AC pipes
Cover for AC pipes
Cover for AC pipes
Adrian's Room
Adrian's Room

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for The Handy Veteran
The Handy Veteran
5.0(
146
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kevin and his team were wonderful. They were punctual, courteous, and very neat about clean up. He framed 5 windows and they all look crisp and bright. A+ on a thorough job which he stayed late to finish in just one day."
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Additional Photos

+5

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%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 Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We purchased an older home and after living in it for a couple of months discovered a few issues in the attic and on the outside of the house that needed to be addressed. We also wanted to add additional interior lighting in three bedrooms and replace light fixtures on the outside of the home. Jeremy, from Grandview Construction, professionally addressed all our concerns regarding the necessary repairs to the house. He gave us an honest opinion on what needed to be handled and what steps needed to be taken to correct the issues. Because of Jeremyâ s home construction knowledge and carpentry skills, we were able to address the issues with the house along with making the improvements we were looking for at the same time. After working with Grandview Construction, on our house, I can say with full confidence that I would recommend their services. Grandview showed honesty, integrity, and professionalism in their work. Plus, the improvements they completed to our house turned out fantastic."
Finished Product
Close up picture of deck
Finished space
New header in and tyvek installed
Finished product

+180

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Overall Builders
Overall Builders
5.0(
40
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall Builders and its owner Robert were fantastic. Easy to work with, extremely accommodating, competitive pricing and the quality of work was superb! The tile pattern we chose was extremely challenging and Victor, Robert's tile guy, nailed it! We will, absolutely, use Overall Bulders for all our home remodel/repair needs in the future!"
Deck And Railing
Window Installation
Carpentry
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+47

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FA General Contruction
5.0(
62
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent work! I had a garden entry door that had shifted in the frame after I had brick work done overhead. The door was sticking at the top on the latch side requiring a lot of force to open and close. Abraham removed the door and shaved down the hinge side at the top and middle to even out the door so that it smoothy opened and closed on the latch side. He took the initiative to touch up the work area with white paint for a clean finish before I had to ask. Abraham also installed a new lock on another door, which required him to shave out the latch frame to be flush. Would highly recommend."
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling

+92

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

Proper Murphy bed installation minimizes the risk of wall damage. A secure attachment requires making some holes for anchors or brackets, but these can be easily patched if the bed is removed. To ensure the installation is done correctly and safely, hiring a professional is recommended, especially if you have limited DIY experience.

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

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