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Crarys Carpentry

121 6th Street
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Crarys Carpentry

121 6th Street
5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

Crary's 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. 6 years of 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.

"Very fast and had the job done so fast."

Brennen S on August 2023

Crary's 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. 6 years of 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.

"Very fast and had the job done so fast."

Brennen S on August 2023

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JDC Construction

405 Pleasant St
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JDC Construction

405 Pleasant St
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We are a family owned, new construction, remodeling and repair company. We serve the Northwest Illinois area. Jody Landwer, Owner-Operator, has 30 years experience as a skilled carpenter.

We are a family owned, new construction, remodeling and repair company. We serve the Northwest Illinois area. Jody Landwer, Owner-Operator, has 30 years experience as a skilled carpenter.

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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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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

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Vaassen Renovations

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Vaassen Renovations

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11 years of experience

Vaassen Renovations is a new business that is here to provide services for tri-state area, Dubuque, Platteville, Lancaster, Peosta and Hazel Green. I am here for you, with your best interests in mind - no matter how small the job may be. I have 10+ years experience, excellent references and am very detail oriented. I specialize in renovations of all sorts and any general handyman projects you might need. -Tiling, backspash -Countertops, sinks, faucets, cupboards etc. -Custom carpentry -Fixture installation -Windows, doors, garage doors, etc. -Energy efficiency -Screened-in porches -Trim -And much more! Please think of Vaassen Renovations, LLC the next time you need a repair, remodel, etc. I offer free estimates at very affordable rates!

Vaassen Renovations is a new business that is here to provide services for tri-state area, Dubuque, Platteville, Lancaster, Peosta and Hazel Green. I am here for you, with your best interests in mind - no matter how small the job may be. I have 10+ years experience, excellent references and am very detail oriented. I specialize in renovations of all sorts and any general handyman projects you might need. -Tiling, backspash -Countertops, sinks, faucets, cupboards etc. -Custom carpentry -Fixture installation -Windows, doors, garage doors, etc. -Energy efficiency -Screened-in porches -Trim -And much more! Please think of Vaassen Renovations, LLC the next time you need a repair, remodel, etc. I offer free estimates at very affordable rates!

Tim McCaffery Construction

3500 Dodge Street Suit 327
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Tim McCaffery Construction

3500 Dodge Street Suit 327
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23 years of experience

Tim McCaffery Construction is family-owned and operated right here in Dubuque, IA. Since our company opened its doors in 2002, we’ve treated every customer like they were a part of our family.

Tim McCaffery Construction is family-owned and operated right here in Dubuque, IA. Since our company opened its doors in 2002, we’ve treated every customer like they were a part of our family.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

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