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Avatar for Osman's Carpentry Work
Osman's Carpentry Work
4.8(
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceCarpentry Framing - Install+1 more

Serving Lake Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Osmans Carpentry is excellent. Val came to the site and gave a very fair estimate of the work and the price. Communication is excellent. Flo is a very talented carpenter and installed a new 16 foot wood banister to the lower level. He also repaired a number of the stair balusters, fixing them in position very nicely. Super efficient worker who is very talented. Would hire them again without hesitation."
Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Perfect Touch Home Improvement
Perfect Touch Home Improvement
5.0(
34
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lake Barrington, 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!"
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Finish Result
Window Washing
Gutter Cleaning
Gutter Cleaning

+51

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

Serving Lake Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently moved to a condo. My closet doors kept getting stuck and needed work. My condo building maintenance team looked at the closets and told me the only way to solve the problem was to replace the closet doors. I did not know what to do. I located TORO CARPENTRY LLC on the BBB website. TORO CARPENTRY LLC - Jaime looked at the closet problem and found a solution without replacing the closet doors. Jaime’s Team did a great job and guaranteed the work. I am very happy withTORO CARPENTRY LLC and would recommend them to anyone."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for House Doctors of Northern Illinois
House Doctors of Northern Illinois
5.0(
35
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+2 more

Serving Lake Barrington, 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!"
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Gallery

+41

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for The Handy Veteran
The Handy Veteran
5.0(
146
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Lake Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kevin and his team were wonderful. They were punctual, courteous, and very neat about clean up. He framed 5 windows and they all look crisp and bright. A+ on a thorough job which he stayed late to finish in just one day."
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+5

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Grandview Construction, Inc.
4.9(
32
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - Install

Serving Lake Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeremy was excellent throughout the entire process, from our initial design meeting through completion of the job. After our basement remodel was finished, I hired Jeremy again to build a deck for our home. Again, excellent job and done in a quick and timely manner. I d hire Jeremy for any home improvement projects, excellent work."
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Close up picture of deck
Finished space
New header in and tyvek installed
Finished product

+180

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Garfield Construction, Inc.
Garfield Construction, Inc.
4.8(
112
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Lake Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I don't know where to start. I wish all carpenters were like Daniel Garcia. I must admit I had reservations trusting estimates after my last experience with the contractor that stained my deck a couple years ago. Daniel took time to explain to me the areas that needed extra care and how he could fix what the other company did wrong. He wasn't pushy and understanding my prior experience, he confirmed my comfort throughout each step of his process. Although it took more time and work, Daniel and his team took their time to sand the whole deck to ensure they did a great job, were proud of their work, and would have a satisfied costumer. Not only are we satisfied, my deck looks even better than we were expecting. I will definitely hire Daniel again, and please trust his expertise, he knows what he's doing. 10 🌟's if the rating was possible!!!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

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. 

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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