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The Designer Craftsmen
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+6 more

Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

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Hello there! I'm a Saint Charles/Saint Louis native and an experienced carpenter and remodeller of 17 years! Been in my own business since 2022. I love to do beautiful work at reasonable prices. I am focused on design-minded small construction and carpentry--this means that I am not primarily so focused on flashy features and the newest updates, and more focused on how I can create a project with you that makes sense with your specific house and it's architectural design. I love working with wood the most but really love doing most anything on a home and happy to do handyman work here and there as well. Please reach out so we can start a conversation! I'm happy to offer advice on how to navigate the construction industry or send you phone numbers of other great guys if you need other services. I focus on approachability and a down to earth experience. I love doing good work, i'm easy to deal with and show up when I say I will. Would love to work with you!

Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck

+25

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Sentri Homes
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"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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Tobiasinnovativesolutions
New to Angi
Custom Cabinets - BuildFurniture - Build Custom

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I am a skilled trades professional with over 16 years of experience in carpentry, drywall, furniture assembly, flooring installation, basic electrical work, and a wide range of handyman services. Throughout my career, I have successfully completed residential and commercial projects, including work in bars, restaurants, retail stores, offices, and homes.\n\nI take pride in delivering quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and dependable service. Whether it's repairs, renovations, installations, or custom projects, I am committed to completing every job efficiently, safely, and to a high standard. My experience allows me to handle a variety of projects while ensuring customer satisfaction from start to finish

JP Construction
New to Angi
Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

A family owned business with three generations working together to provide our customers with quality results and affordable prices. We offer a wide array of services including handyman repairs around the home, decks and fences, kitchen and bath remodeling, finishing basements, new construction projects or simply labor for those in need.

Full Basement Finish
Full Basement Finish
Full Basement Finish
Full Basement Finish
Full Basement Finish

+40

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John Taylor
New to Angi
Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Need a job done right the first time? From landscaping and custom decks to home repairs, remodeling, construction, fencing, flooring, painting, and more, I provide dependable, high-quality workmanship at fair prices. Whether it’s a small repair or a major project, I take pride in delivering professional results, honest service, and attention to every detail. One call can handle it all.

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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Rustic and modern farmhouse styles are currently the most popular. These include rustic and antique furniture, muted colors, clean lines, eclectic decor, and natural materials. Some other popular farmhouse styles include the following:

  • Coastal farmhouse: Creates a lighter, airier feel with soft colors and blue palettes, along with gold

  • Colonial farmhouse: Focuses on real antique furniture and decor

  • French farmhouse: Leans on French country architecture and design by including marble and lighter-colored metals, like zinc

  • Industrial farmhouse: Includes thick, chunky furniture and dark metals

  • Scandinavian farmhouse: Usually includes lighter wood colors and more refined furniture

While you may have heard people use millwork and carpentry interchangeably, they aren’t the same. Millwork is a type of carpentry, which means that carpentry isn’t always millwork. You can tell millwork apart from other types of carpentry because it’s manufactured at a mill. Notably, casework is also confused with millwork. Casework is different because it refers to boxes like cabinets and bookshelves.

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

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