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1600 Contracting LLC
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Carpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Long Creek, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I could not be happier with the work done!!! My screened in front porch is beautiful and a place where we can sit when the weather is nice. The work was completed efficiently and professionally. Also, Ervin is very professional and easy to work with as far as scheduling et al."
Response time2 days
Response rate97%
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Chupps Interior Construction
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Long Creek, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Mark and Matthew did an outstanding job replacing a laminate floor, painting several rooms and installing a kitchen backsplash. They were very professional, easy to work with and positively responsive to any questions my wife and I had. I highly recommend them to anyone."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Ascended Constructions
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Long Creek, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Eddington Builds
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Long Creek, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

From the first scoop of dirt to the final nail in the deck, Eddington Builds is your single source for professional property upgrades. We combine heavy-duty excavation power with expert craftsmanship to handle every phase of your outdoor project. Whether you need land cleared and leveled, a new concrete driveway or patio poured, or a custom-built deck and fence to finish the space, our team of specialized pros delivers.

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CEM Home Repair
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Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Long Creek, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

With over 20 years of experience, CEM Home Repair we pride ourselves on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time2 days
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Earl Bernhardt Properties
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Long Creek, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Welcome to Earl Bernhardt Handyman Services!\nAt Earl Bernhardt Handyman Services, we take pride in providing dependable, quality workmanship at fair prices. From small repairs and home improvements to installations, trim work, painting, and general maintenance, we’re here to help get the job done right. Your satisfaction is our priority, and no job is too small!\n📞 Call today at 309-445-0158 to discuss your next project and get a quote. We look forward to earning your business!

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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.

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

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.

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

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.

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