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Exclusive Masonry & Construction

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Exclusive Masonry & Construction

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341 local quotes requested

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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A.C.T. Construction

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A.C.T. Construction

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32 local quotes requested
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A.C.T. Construction is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Prompt replies, competent work, on time, would hire again. "

Sandra W on August 2025

A.C.T. Construction is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Prompt replies, competent work, on time, would hire again. "

Sandra W on August 2025

MC Contractors

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MC Contractors

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Our company accepts all types of masonry repairs and carpentry. We restore any type of masonry including tuck pointing and grinding , brick work, stone, terracotta, concrete, lentil replacement, chimneys, flues, and acid washing and brick cleaning, wall water proofing. and removal and installation of any type of caulking. We have 19 years of experience including apprenticess with well known masonry contractors. We can provide excellent reviews from current and past customers.

Our company accepts all types of masonry repairs and carpentry. We restore any type of masonry including tuck pointing and grinding , brick work, stone, terracotta, concrete, lentil replacement, chimneys, flues, and acid washing and brick cleaning, wall water proofing. and removal and installation of any type of caulking. We have 19 years of experience including apprenticess with well known masonry contractors. We can provide excellent reviews from current and past customers.

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Honey Done Handyman

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Honey Done Handyman

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Offering quality service from a neighborhood handyman with old world work ethic.

"He was amazing. I bought all the parts or so I thought. He had to go get the parts I forgot then when time to install the sink the one I got was the wrong size and some pipes were wrong he took care of all of that for me Thank God cause I had no clue he stayed late in the evening until the job was done I was so happy with his work that I inquired about other projects around the home. Pricing was great I was impressed"

Sally H on September 2020

Offering quality service from a neighborhood handyman with old world work ethic.

"He was amazing. I bought all the parts or so I thought. He had to go get the parts I forgot then when time to install the sink the one I got was the wrong size and some pipes were wrong he took care of all of that for me Thank God cause I had no clue he stayed late in the evening until the job was done I was so happy with his work that I inquired about other projects around the home. Pricing was great I was impressed"

Sally H on September 2020

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Amron Stair Works

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Amron Stair Works

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41 years of experience

Amron Stair Works is a manufacturer of interior wooden stair and rail systems. We are located in Illinois and have been serving the greater Chicago area since 1984. What we believe: 1. Time Savings - We believe you will realize time and cost savings by receiving ready to install stair and rail systems, versus building stairs and rails from parts in the field. 2. Superior Options - We offer stair cases from a simple carpet grade box to a custom built spiral. You'll be able to choose from different types of wood, metal vs wood balusters, professional installation and many other custom options. 3. First Class Customer Service - Our sales and office professionals will walk you through every step of the process. From opening the conversation, discussing options, to on site measurement and explanations of building codes; we are here to help. 4. Quality Product - We have been building stairs and rails for nearly 35 years, we pride ourselves in providing a quality product and experience for you, our customers.

Amron Stair Works is a manufacturer of interior wooden stair and rail systems. We are located in Illinois and have been serving the greater Chicago area since 1984. What we believe: 1. Time Savings - We believe you will realize time and cost savings by receiving ready to install stair and rail systems, versus building stairs and rails from parts in the field. 2. Superior Options - We offer stair cases from a simple carpet grade box to a custom built spiral. You'll be able to choose from different types of wood, metal vs wood balusters, professional installation and many other custom options. 3. First Class Customer Service - Our sales and office professionals will walk you through every step of the process. From opening the conversation, discussing options, to on site measurement and explanations of building codes; we are here to help. 4. Quality Product - We have been building stairs and rails for nearly 35 years, we pride ourselves in providing a quality product and experience for you, our customers.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

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.

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.

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