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Avatar for Ten Home
Ten Home
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+4 more

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We are highly satisfied with the work we had completed. Insulation, drywall, framing repair, beam and post work, and painting. The basement looks great and we would definitely use them again in the future. Communication is great, pricing is fair, and there is a lot of care put into the work that they do."
Fireplace renovation
Exterior door repaint
Kitchen/Living room update
Exterior powerwashing
Exterior painting - porch - trim - stairs

+536

Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Seven Bridges Carpentry LLC
5.0(
7
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The job was done to our satisfaction. It looks really nice. The contractor was easy to work with. We would use them again. All debris were hauled away and the work area was cleaned up."
Batavia Deck
Response time2 days
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for CJ Construction
CJ Construction
4.7(
41
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install+1 more

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Jeff with CJ Construction was professional, had prompt communication, and all work was as estimated. Excellent quality work and cleaned up as he went. I highly recommend CJ Construction, and I will use them again."
Kitchen Island
Handicap Ramp
Kitchen peninsula
Exterior wall repair
vanity

+8

Response time11 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Leonards
4.5(
111
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Hired Jim to do a repair of a rotted garage header. He was great to work with. I wasn't on site while he was doing the repair, but he was very good about communicating status updates and responding to my questions promptly, even on weekends and in the evenings. He went out of his way to fit us in his schedule quickly and was very flexible to ensure that his work led to minimum disruptions (including securing our garage every night unlike other contractor proposals). The final product was outstanding. Highly recommended."
Dual shower in master bath
Dual marble shower
Dual marble shower
Dual marble shower
Dual marble shower

+18

Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Art Of Siding
5.0(
28
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Exterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For BusinessExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Art gave me a quote for only what I needed. He did not try to sell me on a new deck but said he would be able to repair and replace only what was needed. His price was very reasonable. Art came to the jobsite by himself. He would not let me help at all. He was professional, finished the job when he said he would and cleaned everything up and took garbage away. Very nice guy and would hire him again if ever I need him."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Closet Organizing Systems
4.9(
178
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Closet - Build

Serving Oswego, 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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+29

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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J D Woodworking LLC
5.0(
8
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Closet - BuildFurniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent job! We hired the company for few projects- custom walk-in closets, cabinets and laundry. The precision and attention to detail was exceptional. It was very nice to work with and they listened to every request we made. We were very pleased with the overall experience and will hire them again. Strongly recommend."
White oak hand crafted bunk bed
Custom crafted bunk Bed
Custom crafted Bar
Cedar sauna
Cedar Hot tub

+59

Response time30 mins
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

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