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Drew Pro Carpentry
5.0(
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Serving Monroe Center, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Andrew was very professional with his work. He was great to work with, I added other work because his work turned out great . He was honest with pricing / bidding. Also picked up materials for me. Great communication. Call Drew Pro Carpentry for all your Carpentry needs ."
Bifold
Bifold door
Pocket door
Pocket door
Interior doors

+3

Response time2 days
Response rate92%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Castle Construction and Framing
4.9(
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Serving Monroe Center, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a very fast response when I put in for the project. He was very open to the work I wanted done and showed up everyday to get the job done. The deck looks amazing and way better than before. Would definately hire Castle Construction and Frame again if needed. Picture added from old to new."
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Fixing and painting

+26

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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NEW TECH GENERAL CONTRACTORS LLC
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Serving Monroe Center, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an absolutely amazing job building my deck. I love it! They do great work. I’ll have them do more work for me. I definitely recommend them. Thank you so much!"
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Anderson
Lee Illinois
Lee Illinois

+18

Response time3 days
Response rate92%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
LJ Flooring, Inc.
4.9(
9
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Serving Monroe Center, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Similar to other reviews Luis went above and beyond to refinish my original hardwood floors. We bought our new house and were searching for someone to do the job. After sending a couple emails, and calling for basic quotes, we went on Angi and immediately after searching for professionals Luis called. He had seen we were searching and told me he would come over the same day to check the floors and give us a quote and that was it. He set up a time to choose our stain, and even grabbed some extra so we could match our Butcher Block counters to our hardwoods. Not only did he start on our floors earlier than expected, he did an amazing job with what looked like an absolute mess before he started. We’re crazy about our floors, and even noticed that before he was finished they had added an extra touch by cleaning our air vents while the grates were off. A true professional and a good person, I would recommend him to anyone. Thank you again!!"
SHOWER REPLACEMENT
SHOWER REPLACEMENT
SHOWER REPLACEMENT
SHOWER REPLACEMENT
SHOWER REPLACEMENT

+32

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.4(
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Serving Monroe Center, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

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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Mod-ified Home Improvement
5.0(
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Serving Monroe Center, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Mod-ified Home Improvement 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.\n\n\nAt Mod-ified Home Improvement, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business!\n

Bedroom Painting
Bedroom Painting
Spare Room 2
Main Deck
Entrance Stairway

+5

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Klock Home Services
New to Angi

Serving Monroe Center, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi, I’m Kevin with Klock Home Services, proudly serving the Fox Valley area. I provide reliable, detail-oriented handyman and home repair services at fair prices. From furniture and drywall repair to minor carpentry, fixture installs, and general maintenance, I treat every project like it’s in my own home. Whether it’s a small fix or a larger task, you can count on quality work done right the first time.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

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 average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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