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"Josef does excellent work - I would hire him again. He replaced a 15 foot railing in front of my home. He took extra care to match the color of the stain (including sending me pics from the hardware store to confirm). Scheduling took a more back and forth than expected but it was worth the wait."

Cory T on September 2025

From demo to finish I work with the same energy to make the customer happy the same time I expect respect and communication

"Josef does excellent work - I would hire him again. He replaced a 15 foot railing in front of my home. He took extra care to match the color of the stain (including sending me pics from the hardware store to confirm). Scheduling took a more back and forth than expected but it was worth the wait."

Cory T on September 2025


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KLK Carpentry LLC

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KLK Carpentry LLC

5.00(
13
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
228 local quotes requested

We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"They did a great job installing the balusters."

Stephen S on May 2025

We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"They did a great job installing the balusters."

Stephen S on May 2025


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Garman Painting Custom Decorating Inc

7310 Adams St
4.86(
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Garman Painting Custom Decorating Inc

7310 Adams St
4.86(
63
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
144 local quotes requested

" Mike’s attention to detail and commitment to quality are unsurpassed. But beyond his obvious skill and dedication to his craft as a house painting contractor, it was personally just a pleasure to work with him. " Veronica - Bartlett, Il - ANGIE'S LIST 'SUPER SERVICE AWARD' winner - HOUZZ 'BEST IN SERVICE' winner. Since 1997 we've provided our clientele outstanding service, along with uncompromising attention to detail. In addition to our award winning kitchen cabinet refinishing, we offer custom woodwork installation; specializing in Bay window seats, mud room built-ins, wainscotting / tiered crown molding. Call today to schedule an estimate 708. 218. 6009 ~ Angie's List 'Super Service Award' winner. • Visa Mastercard Apple / GPay •

"Michael Garman is not only an artist, he is the nicest person ever. His work is of the highest caliber. He is a perfectionist with his work. This is the FOURTH time I have hired Michael and will do so again. You won't find anyone better. He is always on time, polite, friendly and goes out of his way to help. He is so neat there is nothing to clean up afterwards. All that's left is to enjoy the beautiful job he has done."

Mary S on November 2024

" Mike’s attention to detail and commitment to quality are unsurpassed. But beyond his obvious skill and dedication to his craft as a house painting contractor, it was personally just a pleasure to work with him. " Veronica - Bartlett, Il - ANGIE'S LIST 'SUPER SERVICE AWARD' winner - HOUZZ 'BEST IN SERVICE' winner. Since 1997 we've provided our clientele outstanding service, along with uncompromising attention to detail. In addition to our award winning kitchen cabinet refinishing, we offer custom woodwork installation; specializing in Bay window seats, mud room built-ins, wainscotting / tiered crown molding. Call today to schedule an estimate 708. 218. 6009 ~ Angie's List 'Super Service Award' winner. • Visa Mastercard Apple / GPay •

"Michael Garman is not only an artist, he is the nicest person ever. His work is of the highest caliber. He is a perfectionist with his work. This is the FOURTH time I have hired Michael and will do so again. You won't find anyone better. He is always on time, polite, friendly and goes out of his way to help. He is so neat there is nothing to clean up afterwards. All that's left is to enjoy the beautiful job he has done."

Mary S on November 2024


C R EBERT JR INC

2268 COMMONWEALTH AVE
5.00(
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C R EBERT JR INC

2268 COMMONWEALTH AVE
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
49 years of experience

Our company was a family roofing business started 79 years ago and has evolved into so much more. C.R. Ebert Jr, Inc. has a team of professionals who specialize in providing you with the best results in roofing installation, siding repair and installation, new gutter installation, soffit, trim and general exterior work. Located in North Chicago, IL, C.R. Ebert Jr, Inc. has been serving the North Shore for over 80 years.

"was done same day in couple hrs what i was looking to get done"

WILLIAM P on November 2023

Our company was a family roofing business started 79 years ago and has evolved into so much more. C.R. Ebert Jr, Inc. has a team of professionals who specialize in providing you with the best results in roofing installation, siding repair and installation, new gutter installation, soffit, trim and general exterior work. Located in North Chicago, IL, C.R. Ebert Jr, Inc. has been serving the North Shore for over 80 years.

"was done same day in couple hrs what i was looking to get done"

WILLIAM P on November 2023


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Buildmax

621 South Grant Ave
4.75(
2
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Buildmax

621 South Grant Ave
4.75(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
24 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With 20 years of experience in industry, Buildmax is your industry expert in DuPage county. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. Give us a call today & we look forward to working with you!

"Hasn’t started yet. But did hire"

Scott T on January 2024

With 20 years of experience in industry, Buildmax is your industry expert in DuPage county. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. Give us a call today & we look forward to working with you!

"Hasn’t started yet. But did hire"

Scott T on January 2024


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Rhodium Contractors

2600 W. 35th St
4.17(
6
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Rhodium Contractors

2600 W. 35th St
4.17(
6
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Customers say: Quality work
11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024


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HandyKarl, Inc.

288 Lancaster Dr
5.00(
5
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HandyKarl, Inc.

288 Lancaster Dr
5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

HandyKarl 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. 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.

"Karl and his crew are top notch. Great communication, attention to detail, and very fair pricing. Remodeling can be very overwhelming and Karl makes the process a piece of cake. Lastly, Karl recommends upgrades and finishing touches that are always the more affordable option - never any surprises with expensive add-ons or the final bill!"

Jon R on August 2023

HandyKarl 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. 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.

"Karl and his crew are top notch. Great communication, attention to detail, and very fair pricing. Remodeling can be very overwhelming and Karl makes the process a piece of cake. Lastly, Karl recommends upgrades and finishing touches that are always the more affordable option - never any surprises with expensive add-ons or the final bill!"

Jon R on August 2023


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Grandview Construction, Inc.

747 N Edgewood Ave
4.93(
30
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Grandview Construction, Inc.

747 N Edgewood Ave
4.93(
30
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

With over 18 years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from bathroom remodels to major home repairs. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Grandview Construction, Inc., a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"I am so grateful to Grandview Construction for our beautiful, new kitchen and master shower! They also painted our entire first floor including the trim. Our experience with Jeremy and his wonderful crew was A+mazing! Their workmanship was excellent, and Jeremy was very communicative and responsive throughout the entire process. The crew was friendly, professional and clearly experts at what they do. One of them has almost 30 years of experience in the industry. Jeremy and his crew provided many helpful details about the project from start to finish and was quick to let us know if any issues arose. When they had to make any adjustments they explained the reasons and were very patient in answering all of our questions and since this was our very first kitchen remodel we had a lot of questions. The project was completed on time and stayed within the very fair competitive estimate he gave us in the beginning, and we could not be happier with the gorgeous finished product. We will work with them on any other project we might do on our home, and I would recommend Grandview Construction without any reservation to anyone who is looking for a dependable and honest general contractor to work on their house."

Karisa H on August 2023

With over 18 years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from bathroom remodels to major home repairs. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Grandview Construction, Inc., a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"I am so grateful to Grandview Construction for our beautiful, new kitchen and master shower! They also painted our entire first floor including the trim. Our experience with Jeremy and his wonderful crew was A+mazing! Their workmanship was excellent, and Jeremy was very communicative and responsive throughout the entire process. The crew was friendly, professional and clearly experts at what they do. One of them has almost 30 years of experience in the industry. Jeremy and his crew provided many helpful details about the project from start to finish and was quick to let us know if any issues arose. When they had to make any adjustments they explained the reasons and were very patient in answering all of our questions and since this was our very first kitchen remodel we had a lot of questions. The project was completed on time and stayed within the very fair competitive estimate he gave us in the beginning, and we could not be happier with the gorgeous finished product. We will work with them on any other project we might do on our home, and I would recommend Grandview Construction without any reservation to anyone who is looking for a dependable and honest general contractor to work on their house."

Karisa H on August 2023


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Superior View Window Fashions

503 Zenith Drive
4.89(
37
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Superior View Window Fashions

503 Zenith Drive
4.89(
37
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

Superior View Products has been family owned and operated since 2004. Superior View Products has become well known in the industry for the quality of their work, and is a preferred contractor in Southern California and Chicago, IL. Over the years we have worked very hard to develop and maintain a reputation for providing “Class A” customer service. You have our commitment that we will do everything we can to ensure that your every experience with us will be a positive one.

"Excellent company to work with. Great service and great product!"

Ravi I on August 2021

Superior View Products has been family owned and operated since 2004. Superior View Products has become well known in the industry for the quality of their work, and is a preferred contractor in Southern California and Chicago, IL. Over the years we have worked very hard to develop and maintain a reputation for providing “Class A” customer service. You have our commitment that we will do everything we can to ensure that your every experience with us will be a positive one.

"Excellent company to work with. Great service and great product!"

Ravi I on August 2021


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Platinum Touch Industries, LLC

471 North 3rd Avenue
5.00(
1
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Platinum Touch Industries, LLC

471 North 3rd Avenue
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

Platinum Touch is a Construction company that coordinates all aspects of General Contracting and conducts business with the highest level of integrity. We strive to provide personalized representation to our clients in pursuit of their individual needs and requirements. By working diligently with each and every project we are able to achieve our client's vision. We have strategic alliances with prominent companies in the industries and work diligently with governing authorities, architectural, engineering and environmental firms, to tailor our services to your individual needs and requirements.

"I hired Platinum Touch Industries LLC in the summer of 2018 for my first Fix and Flip remodel project and was impressed with their work. Vince and his team did a fantastic job from demo to cleanup to the finish touches per schedule. Vince was honest at front and very professional. Based on the Scope of Work I presented to him, we were all in the same page. Once milestones were completed within the Project Timeline, payment was made to him in a timely manner. Platinum is honest, reliable, and work ethic is impeccable. I was impressed with their work and demeanor, I hired them again the winter of 2018 for a minor remodel on one of my rental properties and in the Spring/Summer of 2019 for a Major Rehab on a Fix and Flip project in the Lombard area. I would recommend Platinum Touch Industries in all aspects for your Construction Project, whether it is a minor remodel to a major rehab. Thanks Vince and Bob for all you do. Keep up the Great Work!!!"

Glen S on May 2020

Platinum Touch is a Construction company that coordinates all aspects of General Contracting and conducts business with the highest level of integrity. We strive to provide personalized representation to our clients in pursuit of their individual needs and requirements. By working diligently with each and every project we are able to achieve our client's vision. We have strategic alliances with prominent companies in the industries and work diligently with governing authorities, architectural, engineering and environmental firms, to tailor our services to your individual needs and requirements.

"I hired Platinum Touch Industries LLC in the summer of 2018 for my first Fix and Flip remodel project and was impressed with their work. Vince and his team did a fantastic job from demo to cleanup to the finish touches per schedule. Vince was honest at front and very professional. Based on the Scope of Work I presented to him, we were all in the same page. Once milestones were completed within the Project Timeline, payment was made to him in a timely manner. Platinum is honest, reliable, and work ethic is impeccable. I was impressed with their work and demeanor, I hired them again the winter of 2018 for a minor remodel on one of my rental properties and in the Spring/Summer of 2019 for a Major Rehab on a Fix and Flip project in the Lombard area. I would recommend Platinum Touch Industries in all aspects for your Construction Project, whether it is a minor remodel to a major rehab. Thanks Vince and Bob for all you do. Keep up the Great Work!!!"

Glen S on May 2020

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

DIY is possible, but professional construction ensures structural integrity and proper anchoring.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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

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.

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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