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Avatar for SkeBo Rae Homes
SkeBo Rae Homes
4.5(
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very professional and personable. Very fair pricing and top-notch quality. Cleaned up afterwards and the job. On time and responsive. Cant say enough great things about SkeBo Rae Homes. Will never use another contractor. Has done all sorts of carpentry, painting, flooring and new fixture installations for us."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Custom Home Updates
4.6(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCloset - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Custom Home Updates LLC is the Champaign, IL area's premier choice for any of your residential contracting needs. We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling and concrete countertops. If you've been considering improving or updating your home recently, please give us a call today. We would love to speak with you about your project and make the vision for your space come into reality. Thank you!

Custom Cast in Place Concrete Countertops
Showtime
Chiseled Edges
Simple and Clean
Clean and Warm Look

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Response time6 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Next Level Roofing & Construction
4.3(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jim and his team took on our complicated basement remodel. This involved grinding the foundation floor down to meet height clearance, framing, electrical, plumbing, floors, drywall, and painting. Being an older house with several code issues, project faced many delays and headaches for everyone involved. However, Jim and his team did excellent while addressing each requirement. Our one complaint would be that communications were not always clear and consistent. Overall we are happy with the work quality."
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Chupps Interior Construction
5.0(
3
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Very easy to work with. Kept me informed of any potential problems, there were none but I appreciated the info. Very professional and cleaned up the area, would definitely recommend Chupp Construction and would hire them again."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate93%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sentri Homes
2.4(
27
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

Proper Murphy bed installation minimizes the risk of wall damage. A secure attachment requires making some holes for anchors or brackets, but these can be easily patched if the bed is removed. To ensure the installation is done correctly and safely, hiring a professional is recommended, especially if you have limited DIY experience.

Professionals ensure precise alignment and durability, critical for structural integrity.

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.

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