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RF Carpentry, LLC

434 Merrill Street
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RF Carpentry, LLC

434 Merrill Street
5.00(
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Approved Pro
25 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

with 6+ years years experience RF Carpentry is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I have used Rhiley on several different jobs, he's done 2 roofs for me. He's repaired drywall and replaced some doors. I highly recommend him. He's a great guy, takes pride in his work and cleans up his work area."

John B on March 2025

with 6+ years years experience RF Carpentry is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I have used Rhiley on several different jobs, he's done 2 roofs for me. He's repaired drywall and replaced some doors. I highly recommend him. He's a great guy, takes pride in his work and cleans up his work area."

John B on March 2025



Signature Kitchens

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Signature Kitchens

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hello, my name Rick. I specialize in Kitchen renovations. I have specialized in kitchen renovations since the early 2000s. I represent several lines of cabinets, to suite all of our customer's needs. I guarantee your satisfaction and I won't leave until the job is done right. I pride myself on the quality work I provide, while delivering great customer service. I offer a free on-site consultations, so contact me and we can get started today!

"It was excellent. They do a very professional work. They were professional and the way they interact with their customer."

Dave S on March 2021

Hello, my name Rick. I specialize in Kitchen renovations. I have specialized in kitchen renovations since the early 2000s. I represent several lines of cabinets, to suite all of our customer's needs. I guarantee your satisfaction and I won't leave until the job is done right. I pride myself on the quality work I provide, while delivering great customer service. I offer a free on-site consultations, so contact me and we can get started today!

"It was excellent. They do a very professional work. They were professional and the way they interact with their customer."

Dave S on March 2021



Spectrum Design Group

601 W University Ave
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Spectrum Design Group

601 W University Ave
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12 years of experience

Spectrum Design Group has three full-time designers on staff and partners with numerous vendors and subcontractors specific to each individual project. Planning and design work is billed hourly with project management based on a percentage of the overall, installed project cost.

Spectrum Design Group has three full-time designers on staff and partners with numerous vendors and subcontractors specific to each individual project. Planning and design work is billed hourly with project management based on a percentage of the overall, installed project cost.



Frank's A. Carpenter

410 Hessel Blvd
4.92(
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Frank's A. Carpenter

410 Hessel Blvd
4.92(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

Established in 2010. Since 1983 I have worked in the construction industry. While attending college for architecture, I began part time work as a construction laborer, and worked my way up over the years to becoming an independent contractor. We bring a broad range of experience to any of your home repair or improvement needs. We are a small, locally owned business with a large database of associates. Do you have projects you have been meaning to get to "someday" or others that have been on your "Honey do" list for too long? No job too small. Turn your "To Do List" into a DONE LIST! Let us help.

"great! he did everything asked and more"

Michael L on December 2018

Established in 2010. Since 1983 I have worked in the construction industry. While attending college for architecture, I began part time work as a construction laborer, and worked my way up over the years to becoming an independent contractor. We bring a broad range of experience to any of your home repair or improvement needs. We are a small, locally owned business with a large database of associates. Do you have projects you have been meaning to get to "someday" or others that have been on your "Honey do" list for too long? No job too small. Turn your "To Do List" into a DONE LIST! Let us help.

"great! he did everything asked and more"

Michael L on December 2018


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Strafford Window Manufacturing, Inc.

168 Roller Coaster Road
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Strafford Window Manufacturing, Inc.

168 Roller Coaster Road
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We do not manufacture windows or doors for homes nor do we use Insulated glass. Strafford Window Mfg. manufacturers custom wood windows for barns, sheds, stables, pool houses, cabin, porches and interior applications in the home. Our windows are made of all wood and single strength glass. Call for pricing on Tempered glass. Strafford Window MFG. manufactures Sashes, Transoms, Single Hung Window Units, Hopper Window Units, Fixed Window Units and Screens.

"These windows are solid, well built and look great. I will be ordering more for my house."

Don P on September 2020

We do not manufacture windows or doors for homes nor do we use Insulated glass. Strafford Window Mfg. manufacturers custom wood windows for barns, sheds, stables, pool houses, cabin, porches and interior applications in the home. Our windows are made of all wood and single strength glass. Call for pricing on Tempered glass. Strafford Window MFG. manufactures Sashes, Transoms, Single Hung Window Units, Hopper Window Units, Fixed Window Units and Screens.

"These windows are solid, well built and look great. I will be ordering more for my house."

Don P on September 2020


Family owned business servicing Champaign, Mcclean Vermillion counties and surrounding areas. In buisness for 10 years numerous business and customer references. Call Today!!!


JT Perfect Home Co

305 S Wood
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JT Perfect Home Co

305 S Wood
No reviews yet
22 years of experience

We are a family owned & operated company, dedicated to provide the top of the line services for all of your Remodeling & New Construction Needs. We do all the work ourselves with no sub-contracting, to make sure your project is done right with 100% quality craftsmanship.

We are a family owned & operated company, dedicated to provide the top of the line services for all of your Remodeling & New Construction Needs. We do all the work ourselves with no sub-contracting, to make sure your project is done right with 100% quality craftsmanship.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

There are some rules regarding how far your exterior bump-out can go. For a cantilever bump-out that avoids the need to provide additional structural support, the limit is often 24 inches. However, if a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can encompass a whole room or more. Remember that many residential properties are subject to limits regarding the total house size relating to the size of the lot. 

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

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