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Avatar for Hudgins Custom Carpentry, LLC
Hudgins Custom Carpentry, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This is my second project working with Scott and the results have been great. Being an older part time perfectionist carpenter my Victorian home is twice my age and quite often needs a little freshening up. So glad that I was introduced to Scott. Already have our 3rd major project in the works, can’t wait. Highly recommended. Steve"
My Work
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My Work
My Work
My Work

+21

Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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House Doctors of Northern Illinois
5.0(
33
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Eric and his team to give our house a complete face-lift...new kitchen, new bathrooms, wood floors, new doors, window framing, painting, can lights...I'm sure there is more that I am forgetting. They did AMAZING work! Eric and his guys are professional, the communication was great, the finishing touches elite, and the job was finished on the date he said it would be done (which is unheard of). I recommend Eric to all of my friends and I will continue to use him for projects that come up in our house."
Gallery
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Gallery

+41

Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Handy Veteran
5.0(
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went extremely well; he was able to come make repairs to the fence on relatively short notice, and did a superlative job. I’ve just booked for a door installation next spring."
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+5

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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MH Renovations LLC
4.9(
101
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Project went great. We've hired MH for four jobs, ranging from $1,.200 to $36K over the past year, the most recent big job being the addition of a 3-season room, which looks great. Looking forward to some season other than hot and humid now. Our price went up from last year's estimate as building supply costs soared, but I believe their estimates are always reasonable. Couldn't be nicer or more reliable family to deal with, with attention to detail and quality finishing touches."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+32

Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Master Craft & Design Corporation
4.8(
126
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My wife and I made the decision to remodel our kitchen but had no idea what we were doing and only a vague vision of what we wanted it to look like. Ed met with us at our house and brought numerous samples of cabinet doors, flooring and counter tops. He spoke with us at length about our vision for the home and helped us figure out a design. He was upfront and honest, assuring us his company would not be the lowest bid but the quality of their work was unmatched, which ultimately held true. He encouraged us to seek additional bids but after meeting with him we weren't interested in doing so. We hired them to redo our flooring for the majority of the second level of our home and completely remodel our kitchen. It took us a long time to pick our materials and I repeatedly bounced ideas off of Ed. Once we had everything picked out Ed ordered the materials and gave us a time frame for when the job would start. We rented a dumpster to do the demolition ourselves. The company ended up delayed on another job and the start date was pushed back a week. Without us asking, Ed contacted the dumpster company and paid for an extended rental so we wouldn't have to remove everything early. That meant a lot to us. When they started the job was primarily completed by Johnny and Frank. They were always on time, were polite, professional and always willing to address our concerns. They worked in our house when we weren't home and even when we were on vacation, we had no issues whatsoever. When the job was close to complete, Johnny went as far as to clean our upstairs and arrange the furniture to look nice for us. They really go above and beyond. We could not be happier with the work they did. Our kitchen is beautiful now, we are so glad we decided to work with Master Craft and Design. To anyone reading this review, hire this company. Do not waste your time dealing with anyone else."
Decks
Decks
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen

+37

Response time2 days
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Overall Builders
5.0(
40
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't recommend these guys enough. During a time when it felt like it was impossible to find good help, Overall Builders came through. They got a great carpenter out who framed up a new interior doorway in a hall and installed the jamb and door. I've used them in the past and will do so again."
Deck And Railing
Window Installation
Carpentry
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+47

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Closet Organizing Systems
4.9(
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Outstanding service.  Installed on time as the order stated.  We used them several months ago to do our outdated reach in closets and they did a great job.  We decided to contact Rich the designer again to see what he could do with our basic shelving in our laundry room. He asked a few questions and emailed us the design that night.  No pressure sales and presented to us what he could build and we got to pick and chose what we wanted completed.  The day of the installation went really well.  Steve came out and installed the shelving.  He also did the install on the initial project we did for our closets.  Quality instal with absolutely no issues.  We would use them again, but we have ran out of closets and storages areas.  I would recommend them to my family and friends.  
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+29

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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J D Woodworking LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent job! We hired the company for few projects- custom walk-in closets, cabinets and laundry. The precision and attention to detail was exceptional. It was very nice to work with and they listened to every request we made. We were very pleased with the overall experience and will hire them again. Strongly recommend."
White oak hand crafted bunk bed
Custom crafted bunk Bed
Custom crafted Bar
Cedar sauna
Cedar Hot tub

+59

Response time30 mins
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Chicagoland Home Products
4.9(
49
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company did an outstanding job on our custom closet project. Tammy, our designer, demonstrated a great understanding of spatial planning and took our storage needs into careful consideration when creating the design. The final result maximized functionality without sacrificing aesthetics. We are extremely pleased with the quality of the work and the professionalism of the entire team."
Make the most out of an unused space by putting in anything from a small work space to a full-fledged home executive office.
Chicagoland Home Products can provide you with the custom storage solution for nearly every room in your house — custom closets, home offices, entertainment centers, garages, mudrooms — among other spaces.
We offer an extensive collection of attractive and functional Hunter Douglas window coverings, including blinds, shades, interior shutters and more.
We offer storage solutions for all your power tools, gardening supplies and sports equipment. Everything is where it belongs and not one thing is out of place.
Get more out of your closet space by creating the most efficient custom closets that not only will fit your needs but also look beautiful

+8

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

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