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Rapp Remodeling LLC
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Normal, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

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Credit card accepted

"Hired initially for just a flooring install and painting the trim after, but added painting my main floor walls and adjusting all of my interior doors down to the new floor level. The project took just a little over two weeks. Everyone that I communicated with was very professional and explained things if I needed clarification. The new floor and new paint turned out really great and now my main floor looks like a whole different house. 10/10 would hire again."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
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Sentri Homes
2.8(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Normal, 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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Elite Remodeling
New to Angi
Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Normal, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company 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 particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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House Doctors of Central Illinois
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Normal, 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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Mills Woodworks
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Normal, 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!

Response time10 mins
Curtis Home Solutions
New to Angi
Closet - BuildExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+5 more

Serving Normal, IL and surrounding areas

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I am a jack of trades independent contractor/ handyman with 10+ years experience. I am not a licensed plumber, licensed electrician, or licensed roofer. With that said it's easier to just tell you the things that I don't do. I do not do drain work, I do not replace electrical lines or panel boxes, I do not replace plumbing lines which includes water and gas, and I do not replace roofs. Aside from that I can do everything else, and have the tools to do so.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

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