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Custom Home Updates
4.6(
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Serving Gifford, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I needed new wooden steps. I decided to do a small deck and steps. Estimate was reasonable. They showed up on time and were very courteous. Went beyond and were helpful and honest. Very happy with the result."
Decks & Pergolas
Kitchens
Bathrooms
Barn doors
Tile

+20

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Custom Home Updates
4.6(
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Serving Gifford, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Custom Home Updates LLC is the Champaign, IL area's premier choice for any of your residential contracting needs. We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling and concrete countertops. If you've been considering improving or updating your home recently, please give us a call today. We would love to speak with you about your project and make the vision for your space come into reality. Thank you!

Custom Cast in Place Concrete Countertops
Showtime
Chiseled Edges
Simple and Clean
Clean and Warm Look

+13

Response time6 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Arkwright Handyman
4.8(
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Serving Gifford, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Hartrick came with the appointed time. He did excellent job. Who refined my door and my door works very well now. He was professional and neat and I would use them again."
Custom sized door
Window replacement
Window replacement
Window replacement
Window replacement

+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Next Level Roofing & Construction
4.3(
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Serving Gifford, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We needed to find someone to finish our basement. Next Level came in and completed the job in 3 phases. Framing, Drywall, and a Media Wall including Connections. The work was done professionally and within a timely manner. I would definitely recommend their work. We are extremely satisfied."
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Slick Finish Renovation
5.0(
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Serving Gifford, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great quality of work and a great individual to work with. I currently have another project I am contracting them for. I would recommend them to anyone and I plan on continuing to use them in the future."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Affordable Home Repair
5.0(
4
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Serving Gifford, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and his helper Nathan did an excellent job!! They arrived when they said they were going to an hung a 65 inch tv and a 50 inch tv with no problem at all! The job was done in a timely manor. Both were very professional and friendly! The price was reasonable too!! I would highly recommend and trust the work of Affordable Home Repair for any job! Just an fyi…I told him I would take care of cord hanging down."
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Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Renovate Revolution LLC
5.0(
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Serving Gifford, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have hired Max and his crew 3 times. O ce for a while house for exterior. Amazing Job done. Then for interior on that house. Exceptional work. Always professional, cleans up also. Then this last job was for a new house, complete painting of interior ceilings and walls. 8 rooms, Amazing job, very Professional, very Kind, always very polite. Cleans up after all his work. You will not be disappointed if you hire him. I have always trusted him and his crew with all of my belongings. 10/10"
Painting projects
Painting projects
Painting projects
Painting projects
Painting projects

+37

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sentri Homes
2.4(
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Serving Gifford, IL and surrounding areas

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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
Country Crafter
5.0(
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Serving Gifford, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We at Country Crafter 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 take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.!

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Accurate measurements, sturdy materials, and seamless integration with other structures.

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.

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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