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Avatar for Drew Pro Carpentry
Drew Pro Carpentry
5.0(
37
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving German Valley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Andrew is very good and efficient. Within the work day he has installed seven doors, three were custom fitted. Also he has installed hardware and casing. I highly recommend Andrew, he shows passion in finish carpentry."
Bifold
Bifold door
Pocket door
Pocket door
Interior doors

+3

Response time2 days
Response rate92%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Castle Construction and Framing
Castle Construction and Framing
4.9(
23
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install+1 more

Serving German Valley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We called Alex from castle construction and framing. Came right out gave us a quote and started next day. Was here for 2 days working constantly without having to play any music. Cleaned everything up no mess took very short lunch break .very satisfied, excellent work ethic"
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Fixing and painting

+26

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for NEW TECH GENERAL CONTRACTORS LLC
NEW TECH GENERAL CONTRACTORS LLC
5.0(
9
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving German Valley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an absolutely amazing job building my deck. I love it! They do great work. I’ll have them do more work for me. I definitely recommend them. Thank you so much!"
Anderson
Anderson
Anderson
Lee Illinois
Lee Illinois

+18

Response time3 days
Response rate92%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sentri Homes
Sentri Homes
2.4(
27
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving German Valley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rivero Total Maintenance, LLC
New to Angi
Window Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving German Valley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Rivero Total Maintenance LLC specializes in commercial property maintenance and repair services throughout Illinois. We provide professional solutions for businesses, retail locations, warehouses, and commercial facilities that need reliable and experienced technicians.\n\nOur services include electrical work, plumbing repairs, equipment maintenance, lighting, carpentry, painting, facility repairs, and general property maintenance. We are experienced in working in high-traffic environments where safety, quality workmanship, and minimal disruption to operations are essential.\n\nRTM is fully insured with General Liability and Workers’ Compensation, and our team arrives fully equipped to complete the job efficiently and professionally.\n\nOur goal is simple: You run the business, we handle the maintenance.\n

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G. FALL BUILDERS, INC.
New to Angi
Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving German Valley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

G Fall Builders Inc is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a\nstandard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is\nthe quality of service we bring to our customers. We have accurate knowledge of our trade\ncombined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our\ncustomers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Windows
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Berger's Table Pad Factory
4.8(
1,345
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+10 more

Serving German Valley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After purchasing an Angie's List Deal, I received the measuring kit in the mail promptly. The template and instructions provided to draw my split table top and each of the leaves were easy to use and understand. I mailed the completed materials and received the table pads very quickly. The table splits in the middle to allow insertion of up to 3 additional leaves. The table also has 2 drop leaves. That's 7 pads. All fit perfectly. I have used them on the table for family parties (not every day) and they're durable and built to last. I keep them in the box they arrived in to protect them when not in use. These are a worthwhile investment."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

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