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Avatar for A2 CARPENTRY
A2 CARPENTRY
5.0(
10
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCloset - BuildDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Northfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Jose is very accommodating- thorough- I wanted two shelves attached to my kitchen soffit to salt and pepper shakers in my kitchen- he measured very carefully, painted the wood and they were placed with precision- Jose is kind and when he was going to need an extra day to complete he gave me enough notice- he cleaned up and I would highly recommend him for all your carpentry needs."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for G Remodeling
G Remodeling
5.0(
12
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Northfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Customers say: True professional

"The job went beautifully. Joesph is a Craftsman, an artist. He believes in doing things the right way. He installed our kitchen. He took care in making sure all the cabinets were installed properly. He was responsible for all the casings and mouldings in our entire house. Our home is an 1889 Italianate. Special care needed to be taken. And yes, we would hire him again and again. What a kind, knowledgeable craftsman that believes in the highest standards and quality of work."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Closets
Closets
Other project

+106

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Grandview Construction, Inc.
4.9(
32
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - Install

Serving Northfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We purchased an older home and after living in it for a couple of months discovered a few issues in the attic and on the outside of the house that needed to be addressed. We also wanted to add additional interior lighting in three bedrooms and replace light fixtures on the outside of the home. Jeremy, from Grandview Construction, professionally addressed all our concerns regarding the necessary repairs to the house. He gave us an honest opinion on what needed to be handled and what steps needed to be taken to correct the issues. Because of Jeremyâ s home construction knowledge and carpentry skills, we were able to address the issues with the house along with making the improvements we were looking for at the same time. After working with Grandview Construction, on our house, I can say with full confidence that I would recommend their services. Grandview showed honesty, integrity, and professionalism in their work. Plus, the improvements they completed to our house turned out fantastic."
Finished Product
Close up picture of deck
Finished space
New header in and tyvek installed
Finished product

+180

Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Overall Builders
Overall Builders
5.0(
40
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Northfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall Builders and its owner Robert were fantastic. Easy to work with, extremely accommodating, competitive pricing and the quality of work was superb! The tile pattern we chose was extremely challenging and Victor, Robert's tile guy, nailed it! We will, absolutely, use Overall Bulders for all our home remodel/repair needs in the future!"
Deck And Railing
Window Installation
Carpentry
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+47

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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myGC
4.9(
37
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Northfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had an excellent experience with Jason. He removed an old bathroom vanity and installed a new one with faucet very quickly. He was very knowledgeable and explained each step of the process. I will definitely use them in the future and would recommend to anyone looking for bathroom or any other project."
Norwood
Stairs
Stain 20yr old deck and rebuild handrail
Norwood
Decking

+20

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Closet Organizing Systems
4.9(
178
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Closet - Build

Serving Northfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everything went great. Rich was a pleasure to work with. He stayed within our budget, and addressed our needs. He really listened, even when I had some last minute changes. The installation was smooth, and the cabinets look great and feel really high quality. We are very happy and would hire them again."
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

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.

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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