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Neil Umphress Construction
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Mackinaw, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Customers say: True professional

Neil Umphress Construction 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.

Recommended by52%of homeowners
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Anderson Group Enterprises LLC
5.0(
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Closet - Build

Serving Mackinaw, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Credit card accepted

"Jason did a great job with multiple projects to be done to my home! He showed up on time completed each tasked that needed to be done. He is very professional and courteous. Very knowledgeable in his field of expertise. I am very pleased with the work that was done . He listened to my concerns about the project to be completed and explained in detail what needed to be done and how long it would take . very reasonable on cost of work he was going to have to do. I would recommend him and will be hiring him in future projects"
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Sentri Homes
2.4(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Mackinaw, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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House Doctors of Central Illinois
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Mackinaw, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

House Doctors of Central Illinois provides reliable, professional handyman and home improvement services designed to keep your home in top shape. From small repairs to larger projects, their experienced team delivers quality workmanship with a focus on efficiency, communication, and customer satisfaction. They specialize in a wide range of services including drywall repair, carpentry, door and window work, and general home maintenance. Whether you’re tackling a to-do list or need help with ongoing property upkeep, House Doctors is committed to getting the job done right the first time. Homeowners trust them for their responsiveness, attention to detail, and dependable service across every project.

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Rivero Total Maintenance, LLC
New to Angi
Window Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Mackinaw, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Rivero Total Maintenance LLC specializes in commercial property maintenance and repair services throughout Illinois. We provide professional solutions for businesses, retail locations, warehouses, and commercial facilities that need reliable and experienced technicians.\n\nOur services include electrical work, plumbing repairs, equipment maintenance, lighting, carpentry, painting, facility repairs, and general property maintenance. We are experienced in working in high-traffic environments where safety, quality workmanship, and minimal disruption to operations are essential.\n\nRTM is fully insured with General Liability and Workers’ Compensation, and our team arrives fully equipped to complete the job efficiently and professionally.\n\nOur goal is simple: You run the business, we handle the maintenance.\n

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Mills Woodworks
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Mackinaw, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

At Mills Woodworks, we take great pride on providing quality service that customers can believe in. We will always see each project through to the customer's satisfaction. Give us a call today for a free estimate and to get a Customer Furniture Company out to your home or business today!

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

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.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

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.

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