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Avatar for Perfect Touch Home Improvement
Perfect Touch Home Improvement
5.0(
34
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Kildeer, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent Work! Super impressed with the porch repair and painting . The crew showed up on time, explained everything clearly, and got the job done faster than expected. The porch looks solid, safe, and better than ever. Great value and great service all around!"
Work in progress
Finish Result
Window Washing
Gutter Cleaning
Gutter Cleaning

+51

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Toro Carpentry, LLC
4.8(
38
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Kildeer, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I want to rate this company higher than 5 stars! The painting and carpentry work was expertly and enthusiastically done. To my friends, I described the painter as a painter/artist I am beyond pleased with the work performed by Toro Carpentry LLC. I was immediately impressed with The the owner, Jaime Arriga. He understood exactly what was needed. I highly recommend this company. Ten stars on a five star scale."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Handyman Pros
4.7(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+4 more

Serving Kildeer, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was quoted an initial price of $350 to repair a portion of a fence surrounding a deck. This was to include materials already on site as well as additional material need to complete the job that the carpenter was to obtain and bring to the job. I did not get the estimate in writing (my error). The initial job was completed but a portion was left undone. I called and asked that the carpenter return to complete the job as discussed and asked that he also repair an additional small portion of the fence immediately adjacent to the portion he had left undone. I expected an additional bill of $100-$150 to compete this additional repair. When the job was finally completed almost 2 weeks late, I received a total bill of almost $850! They did not even offer me the $50 discount that the Angie's list referral was supposed to include. The work itself was completed however the quality was fair at best and the carpenter did not even clean up the job site when he was done. This was left to me. I do not recommend this company."
Patio Door Frame Rot Repair
Bathroom Remodeling Before
Herringbone Tiling After
Bathroom remodeling demolishing Before
Bathroom remodeling after

+18

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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House Doctors of Northern Illinois
5.0(
35
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+2 more

Serving Kildeer, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric transformed my basement for me and did an amazing job!! He removed my old carpet, installed the tile floor and painted as well. Professional, skilled and even got the job done on a tight time frame for me. Awesome work. Thank you!"
Gallery
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Gallery
Gallery
Gallery

+41

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Handy Veteran
5.0(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Kildeer, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have had them do several jobs over the years from building a deck, to installing doors, outdoor lights and exterior painting. We have been extremely happy with anything they have worked on. We will be calling them for more projects in the future. We highly recommend them."
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+5

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Overall Builders
5.0(
40
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Kildeer, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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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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.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

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.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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