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Avatar for O'Rourke Deck Services, LLC
O'Rourke Deck Services, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent professional work and managed to use existing structures to cut costs. Carpentry work was master level and cleaned up very well and communication was first rate. In general lumber costs are high but the finished deck they did for my back deck is well worth the investment and will be enjoyed for years to come!"
Riverside TREX Transcend
Clarendon Hills TREX Transcend
Western Red Cedar
Response time12 hrs
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Belmont Builders
4.6(
222
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1983

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"Got a quote for the job I'd described, but about 40% more than my other. But the bigger issue was the carpenter did not inform me my deck was out-of-code or that this was a permit job. Once someone else shared those facts -- and I confirmed them -- I hired someone else. I believe Belmont Builders would have subcontracted the job, too, though this was not stated."
  Bathroom
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Porches
Stairs Project
Untitled Gallery 2

+81

Response time10 hrs
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Grandview Construction, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"Jeremy was excellent throughout the entire process, from our initial design meeting through completion of the job. After our basement remodel was finished, I hired Jeremy again to build a deck for our home. Again, excellent job and done in a quick and timely manner. I d hire Jeremy for any home improvement projects, excellent work."
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Close up picture of deck
Finished space
New header in and tyvek installed
Finished product

+180

Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Garman Painting Custom Decorating Inc
4.9(
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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Emergency services offered

"Garman Painting Custom Decorating painted my home and I was very pleased with this company's work and professionalism. They advised me on the best paint to use so that the work will last a long time. I've done work with Garman Painting several times in the past."
Strie West Loop
Cabinet refinishing
Kitchen - Sunroom
Refinished cabinet doors
Garmanpainting.com

+110

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Slip Proof Safety, Inc.
4.1(
104
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Emergency services offered

"Frank and his crew completely gutted and rebuilt our powder room in a timely manner. We could not be more pleased with our renovation and highly recommend them. We would give them a six star rating if possible for their professionalism and skills. Thank you Slip Proof!"
Removing tub for a new shower base
Tub to Shower conversion w heavy-duty grabbars
 Before walk-in tub, removing original tub
Replaced standard tub w walk-in tub
 Before walk-in tub

+26

Recommended by74%of homeowners
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M & M Roofing
4.8(
102
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

M & M Roofing is the solution for all of your tuckpointing, deck and siding needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Check out our reviews from satisfied clients. Give us a call today so we can answer all of your questions. Satisfaction guaranteed!

Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Chicagoland Home Products
4.9(
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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Emergency services offered

"Zach and his crew were awesome. They designed closet space that perfectly fit my needs and the installation was quick and easy. Very cost effective as well - I got several quotes and they were by far the most competitive. They understood the requirements of the condo association and made it a super easy process. 100% will use them again."
Make the most out of an unused space by putting in anything from a small work space to a full-fledged home executive office.
Chicagoland Home Products can provide you with the custom storage solution for nearly every room in your house — custom closets, home offices, entertainment centers, garages, mudrooms — among other spaces.
We offer an extensive collection of attractive and functional Hunter Douglas window coverings, including blinds, shades, interior shutters and more.
We offer storage solutions for all your power tools, gardening supplies and sports equipment. Everything is where it belongs and not one thing is out of place.
Get more out of your closet space by creating the most efficient custom closets that not only will fit your needs but also look beautiful

+8

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Ivan Handyman
Ivan Handyman
4.7(
61
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to install three exterior lights, by my front and back doors & garage. I had the fixtures, just needed someone to install. Good work at a reasonable price. I subsequently hired them to fix some wood rot by my garage door. Ivan cams in, cut out and replaced the bad pieces, caulked and repainted. Excellent job!"
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+38

Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Dynamic Innovations & Finishes
5.0(
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Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Warranties offered

"They did a great job. My back exterior door needed a full replacement, including adding two inches of frame to the top to standardize our door size for our older house. Dynamic was responsive to my calls and texts, communicated well, and ultimately did a great job with the door installation. It looks great and is exactly what I was hoping for."
Track Replacement
Rollers Replacement
Pocket Door
Pocket Doors
Pocket Doors

+19

67 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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.

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

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, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

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