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Avatar for R & B Remodeling
R & B Remodeling
4.7(
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Orion, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"They are skilled craftsmen who repaired our second story deck and made it like new again. They arrived on time and completed the job in a timely, workmanlike manner and within our budget. We recommend them without hesitation."
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Response time11 hrs
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Emergent Builders
5.0(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+8 more

Serving Orion, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional ethical group of guys."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hansen Building & Renovations, LLC
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving Orion, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Wade removed my crumbling aggregate porch steps and replaced them with a wood set. I'm very pleased. His communication and promptness were great. He told me exactly what he planned to do and gave me a quote right away. Based on my experience, I'd definitely recommend Hansen Building & Renovations."
Response time3 days
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Your Golden Handyman LLC
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Orion, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This contractor is excellent! He saw what I needed, evaluated the challenges, gave a reasonable price, and got the job completed quickly. I will ask him to work on any of my future projects."
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R&B Remodeling
4.9(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCarport (Wood) - BuildCloset - Build+4 more

Serving Orion, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We were very satisfied with the handyman work so we hired R&B for a small remodeling project too. They were prompt, worked quickly with high quality work for a reasonable price. Also, they cleaned up the work area each day. We will hire them again for any future work."
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

While carpenters and woodworkers perform similar tasks, their focus differs. A carpenter is typically responsible for the structural woodwork involved in construction, such as framing, installing sheathing, hanging kitchen cabinets, and installing trusses. In contrast, a woodworker handles more intricate and custom projects, like building custom furniture, installing wainscoting, and creating detailed interior trim and moldings. Based on these definitions, many woodworkers can perform the tasks of a carpenter, but it's always best to discuss your specific project with a professional to ensure they have the necessary skills.

If you don’t have a coping saw, you can use an angle grinder to cope crown molding, but it takes a little more precision. Place your molding down on your workbench, angle the grinder at a 45-degree angle toward the molding, and back cut the wood. You’ll need to carefully angle your grinder to accommodate the curves in the wood, and aim to remove around 1 inch from the profile of the molding.

Tipping contractors, builders, or general contractors is not customary or expected. Unlike many service professions where tipping is built into the payment structure, construction professionals typically charge a full rate for their services. However, you may choose to tip a worker for exceptional service, such as if they go above and beyond, stay late to meet a deadline, or work on a holiday weekend. Before offering a tip, it's a good idea to ask about the company's policy, as some prohibit their employees from accepting gratuities. If you want to show your appreciation for a job well done without giving a cash tip, consider writing a positive online review or offering to serve as a reference for potential new customers.

While the Arts and Crafts movement inspired many architectural elements, the primary styles from the time include Craftsman, Tudor Revivals, bungalows, and Mission homes. You'll see elements of these styles in homes, churches, museums, and schools—particularly Country Day schools from the era.

If you don’t have a power saw with a blade where you can adjust the angle, you could use a miter box and hand saw to make the cuts. The miter box contains wide slots to support the piece of baseboard and other narrow slots to accommodate the blade of the hand saw. However, it’s tough to make non-standard cuts beyond 30 or 45 degrees when using a miter box.

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