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Avatar for MPT Enterprises Inc
MPT Enterprises Inc
4.8(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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Warranties offered

"Paul is fantastic to work with. I've worked with his company on several different projects over the past 5 years - kitchen remodel, front porch remodel, stairwell rebuild. His team is knowledgeable, responsive and good at what they do. Can't recommend him enough."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Don Lorenc construction services, Inc.
4.8(
36
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a great experience working with Don Lorenc Construction Services and his team on our bathroom repair and remodel. They handled every aspect of the project from start to finish, making the process feel seamless and stress-free. The craftsmanship really shows, especially in the new ceramic floor, which turned out beautifully and completely elevated the space. The team was quick and efficient without cutting corners, and they were consistently respectful and easy to have in our home. I genuinely enjoyed working with them and would confidently recommend them to anyone looking for quality work and a smooth renovation experience."
Basement construction
Basement construction
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+33

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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Grandview Construction, Inc.
4.9(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeremy does wonderful work. He makes sure that everything is done as perfect as possible. Everyone that has seen my kitchen has nothing but good things to say about it. I would highly recommend Jeremy for your home project."
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New header in and tyvek installed
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+180

Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.1(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"i cant say enough good things about this company. angelo and his crew are here on time everyday.the work they did is outstanding.angelo explains every phase of the project in detail. finding ap builders is the best thing we ever did,you wont be dissapointed.thank you angis list."
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
4.7(
316
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were very pleased with the entire process from proposal to completion. Workers were great as seen in the quality of their work. Jack came out on a regular basis to review progress and make sure we had no questions. We made some changes along the way, and he was very accommodating. The project was finished on time. We highly recommend them."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Wentworth Construction
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Customers say: True professional

"Wentworth Construction - Mike Crispo and his crew were outstanding in every way in building my 800 sq ft home addition. Very trustworthy - met every commitment. Outstanding planning and communications. Met schedule. And the best quality I have seen in 50 years working with contractors. Very reasonably priced . I would highly recommend them for any work where you need high quality from a trustworthy pro."
4 Season Room Addition
Cedar cathedral ceiling 4 season room
4 Season Room Addition
4 Season Room Addition
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Above & Beyond Construction
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chester is the epitome of honest, fair and thoroughly professional. He stands by his work and when unrelated crisis occurred donthe the aging infrastructure in our village - think raw sewage flowing into our newly redone basement ... three times - Chester responded each and every time literally saving us; working with our insurance company and thencoming up with a creative, safe and economical solution to protect us FROM the village system. We cannot say enough positive things about him, his stable workforce who we have known for over a decade, and the careful manner in which he listens to his client, helps work within a budget, and is reliable. The big question - is it possible to love your contractor? My husband and I respond enthusiastically "YES"!"
Remodeling - General Project
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Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
4.9(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish, Top Bros delivered their promise! My reno was meticulously completed by this family owned Latinx business. Cesar, his family, and crew worked diligently to support my reno demands up to code and today’s living. My dream kitchen and overall upgrades were completed in time. There is no doubt that Cesar provides personal attention to your needs, he works with you suggesting ways to save money and adding functionality to any project you have in mind. Working with Top Bros eased my hesitations when you hire a knowledgeable contractor. Be ready to be wowed by the completion of the project whether is small or big your needs and dreams will be completed by this local, sincere, and honest family owned Latinx business."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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+28

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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.

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