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Custom Cabinets - BuildFurniture - Build Custom

Serving Gillespie, IL and surrounding areas

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I am a skilled trades professional with over 16 years of experience in carpentry, drywall, furniture assembly, flooring installation, basic electrical work, and a wide range of handyman services. Throughout my career, I have successfully completed residential and commercial projects, including work in bars, restaurants, retail stores, offices, and homes.\n\nI take pride in delivering quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and dependable service. Whether it's repairs, renovations, installations, or custom projects, I am committed to completing every job efficiently, safely, and to a high standard. My experience allows me to handle a variety of projects while ensuring customer satisfaction from start to finish

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Cstmprojects
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Gillespie, IL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

I am a handy man that can work on cars,mowers,weed Wackers,snow blowers, tractors,sideing on houses,building custom decks base board bathrooms and much more there's not much I haven't done or cant do I went to school for everything I have knowledge of.

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Reliable repair
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Gillespie, IL and surrounding areas

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Hi my name is Gavin. I am 19 years old and have already worked multiple different trades and I’ve learned a lot of things from professional contractors. I am now trying to start a business of my own and trying to establish jobs for myself to get this business started. If you’d like to give me the opportunity, it would be a great pleasure and I will do my best to make you happy as I should as an owner of a company I will get fair prices based on my knowledge of doing it and be completely honest with you before doing it. Thank you.

Mueller Contracting LLC
New to Angi
Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCarpentry Framing - InstallCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Gillespie, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

We are a small, family based company that provides excellent communication, and excellent work. We have a high attention to detail. We would be appreciative of your work. We have been in the construction industry for 20 years. We can provide select demolition, small structural demolition, and clean up services.

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RDB CONSTRUCTION LLC
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Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving Gillespie, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

As 30+ years experience carpenters, we are always prepared to take on your projects with precision and care. We pride ourselves on being courteous and polite, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish. Our approach involves actively listening to your needs and preferences to deliver tailored solutions. ???? We understand the importance of clear communication and collaboration to bring your vision to life. From the initial consultation to the final touches, We are dedicated to providing exceptional craftsmanship. ? We are ready to start, so contact me today. \n

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Woodworking FAQs, answered by experts

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

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.

Homeowners insurance may cover damaged floor joists, depending on your policy. Insurance typically covers issues from storms, fires, or water damage from burst pipes. However, don't expect your insurance company to cover damage from wear and tear, poor maintenance, or termites.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

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