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Avatar for AJC Home Services, Inc.

AJC Home Services, Inc.

4.51(
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AJC Home Services, Inc.

4.51(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
27 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

AJC Home Services, Inc., is a locally owned and operated business with 25 years of experience. We specialize in all aspects of the exterior of your home and lawn and also home improvements. Your satisfaction is our highest priority. Give us a call today for a personalized and complimentary consultation.

"AJC Home Services was here this morning about 8:30 to cut down 12 very tall Evergreen trees. I watched them do this and it was very interesting to see the whole process. The 2 gentlemen were professional, hard working and thorough. They had them all cut down along with the clean-up in under 90 minutes. The stump grinding crew are on their way, as I write this to complete the job."

Betty H on September 2025

AJC Home Services, Inc., is a locally owned and operated business with 25 years of experience. We specialize in all aspects of the exterior of your home and lawn and also home improvements. Your satisfaction is our highest priority. Give us a call today for a personalized and complimentary consultation.

"AJC Home Services was here this morning about 8:30 to cut down 12 very tall Evergreen trees. I watched them do this and it was very interesting to see the whole process. The 2 gentlemen were professional, hard working and thorough. They had them all cut down along with the clean-up in under 90 minutes. The stump grinding crew are on their way, as I write this to complete the job."

Betty H on September 2025

Steven Grant Construction

4.89(
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Steven Grant Construction

4.89(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Free computer drafting with general knowlege of design. I have 30 years experience in building houses. I am familiar with local subcontractors. I can get any job done at a reasonable cost.

"The work was done properly and when some additional jobs were added, Mr Grant went out of his way to get subcontractor's in to fix the added jobs promptly. I was very happy with the results and would recommend Steven Grant Construction to anyone who needed a prompt quote and a properly done job. He took the extra steps to finish my job within the quote so I stayed on budget."

Cindy M on June 2020

Free computer drafting with general knowlege of design. I have 30 years experience in building houses. I am familiar with local subcontractors. I can get any job done at a reasonable cost.

"The work was done properly and when some additional jobs were added, Mr Grant went out of his way to get subcontractor's in to fix the added jobs promptly. I was very happy with the results and would recommend Steven Grant Construction to anyone who needed a prompt quote and a properly done job. He took the extra steps to finish my job within the quote so I stayed on budget."

Cindy M on June 2020

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Bohm's Better Homes

4.71(
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Bohm's Better Homes

4.71(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a small company that specializes in drywall hanging finishing and non-structural remodeling.

"It went well. It did not take as long as expected and looks very nice."

Donald L on September 2018

We are a small company that specializes in drywall hanging finishing and non-structural remodeling.

"It went well. It did not take as long as expected and looks very nice."

Donald L on September 2018

JME Construction Co.

5.00(
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JME Construction Co.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

JME Construction Co. Residential Carpentry: New Construction/ Lead Safe Re modelling (Certified Renovator), Project Management, CAD Drafting Service Basements, Additions, Windows, Doors, Decks,Custom Cabinetry and Trim, Hardwood/Laminate Floors, Tile Floors, Roofing, Siding, Framing Affordable, Knowledgeable, and Conscientious.

JME Construction Co. Residential Carpentry: New Construction/ Lead Safe Re modelling (Certified Renovator), Project Management, CAD Drafting Service Basements, Additions, Windows, Doors, Decks,Custom Cabinetry and Trim, Hardwood/Laminate Floors, Tile Floors, Roofing, Siding, Framing Affordable, Knowledgeable, and Conscientious.

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CertaPro Painters® of Bloomington, IL

4.38(
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CertaPro Painters® of Bloomington, IL

4.38(
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Customers say: Super punctual
13 years of experience

At CertaPro Painters, our reputation is based on Certainty — your Certainty of a job well done. We focus on the details of every project — interior and exterior — and we focus on you, our client.

"They did an excellent job. I usually do painting myself. However the high ceiling and beams are too much for me. This was worth every penny I spent. They were reasonable in price . Because of the pricing I had them do a bedroom on top of the living room and hallway. Victor (painter) was making sure everything was correct and what I expected. He also patched my walls where necessary. Ruthanne at office was awesome! I probably now will just hire these guys when painting needs to be done in future. They made it easy and affordable."

Rachel S on March 2018

At CertaPro Painters, our reputation is based on Certainty — your Certainty of a job well done. We focus on the details of every project — interior and exterior — and we focus on you, our client.

"They did an excellent job. I usually do painting myself. However the high ceiling and beams are too much for me. This was worth every penny I spent. They were reasonable in price . Because of the pricing I had them do a bedroom on top of the living room and hallway. Victor (painter) was making sure everything was correct and what I expected. He also patched my walls where necessary. Ruthanne at office was awesome! I probably now will just hire these guys when painting needs to be done in future. They made it easy and affordable."

Rachel S on March 2018

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Illiana Insulation Inc

4.60(
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Illiana Insulation Inc

4.60(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Illiana Insulation has over 50 years of combined experience. Our goal is to improve the comfort of your home/commercial building because we believe "it's what's inside that counts." Call us today and we will come look at your project and provide you with a free estimate.

Illiana Insulation has over 50 years of combined experience. Our goal is to improve the comfort of your home/commercial building because we believe "it's what's inside that counts." Call us today and we will come look at your project and provide you with a free estimate.

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Cornerstone Builders & Developers Inc

5.00(
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Cornerstone Builders & Developers Inc

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned construction company with a desire to ensure that you are pleased with the work we do. We are able to do most jobs in a quick and timely fashion so that you are not waiting endlessly for the work to be completed. We specialize in residential and commercial projects throughout central Illinois. We do remodels of churches, restaurants and homes. We also do drywall, painting, general contracting and much more. Give us a call for a free estimate and see how you like us.

We are a family owned construction company with a desire to ensure that you are pleased with the work we do. We are able to do most jobs in a quick and timely fashion so that you are not waiting endlessly for the work to be completed. We specialize in residential and commercial projects throughout central Illinois. We do remodels of churches, restaurants and homes. We also do drywall, painting, general contracting and much more. Give us a call for a free estimate and see how you like us.

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KELLEY CONSTRUCTION

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KELLEY CONSTRUCTION

3.97(
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Customers say: Quality work
32 years of experience

We are a remodeling general contractor & we treat you like royalty.

"LEFT me for two weeks without finishing and with NO EXPLANATION. I fired them on viewing my cheap RESTORATION garage lights and then finding out they were going to cheat the insurance company....FRAUD."

Cheryl P on June 2024

We are a remodeling general contractor & we treat you like royalty.

"LEFT me for two weeks without finishing and with NO EXPLANATION. I fired them on viewing my cheap RESTORATION garage lights and then finding out they were going to cheat the insurance company....FRAUD."

Cheryl P on June 2024

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mermaid engineering

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mermaid engineering

4.38(
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Customers say: Quick response
24 years of experience

Mermaid Engineering provides a wide range of simple to complex odd jobs for individuals or groups at residential or commercial locations. We Do NOT DO BUSINESS VIA TEXT. YOU MUST CALL . 305 942 1371 Billed by time and material. charge

"Very responsive to our needs and messages.....fixed my drain issue that we could not fix on our own...we will definitely rehire for future projects."

Lori K on October 2020

Mermaid Engineering provides a wide range of simple to complex odd jobs for individuals or groups at residential or commercial locations. We Do NOT DO BUSINESS VIA TEXT. YOU MUST CALL . 305 942 1371 Billed by time and material. charge

"Very responsive to our needs and messages.....fixed my drain issue that we could not fix on our own...we will definitely rehire for future projects."

Lori K on October 2020

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

While every home has its own unique needs, ceiling drywall installation typically follows a staggered or stepped pattern to enhance structural integrity and reduce the visibility of seams. Starting from one corner, sheets are placed perpendicular to the ceiling joists, with the ends of adjacent sheets meeting along the center of the joist. The next row begins with a half sheet, ensuring joints don't align vertically. This alternating pattern, combined with proper taping and mudding, creates a seamless appearance and strengthens the ceiling structure, minimizing the risk of cracks over time.

You can prevent air leaks and sagging by gluing a drywall ceiling. However, not every drywall job is a good fit for Sheetrock adhesive, and many pros say ceilings are one of those cases. When you place them properly, drywall screws make ceiling Sheetrock part of your home’s structural support system. 

Adding glue won’t increase the strength of the drywall, and it can make it much harder for you to remove and replace damaged drywall. Adhesive can bridge gaps, though, and it can keep temperature-controlled air from escaping or entering through the ceilings, making rooms more energy efficient.

Certain drywall textures, like sand and sometimes popcorn, can be smoothed by applying skim coats, sanding the walls, or chipping away the texture. However, it’s worth considering removing the texture and starting with a blank canvas. Smoothing textured walls requires a lot of sandpaper and elbow grease and can take longer than just outright removing the texture.

In many cases, installing new drywall will boost your home value. Replacing old, damaged, cracked, or wavy drywall is a great way to improve the look and feel of your home, as new drywall installed by a professional shouldn’t have any imperfections. Additionally, removing old drywall means you’ll have open walls, so you can install new insulation and address exposed issues with plumbing and electrical systems running behind the walls. All of these fixes will also add to your home’s value.

If you’re installing new drywall, you may need to skim coat the drywall first for a smooth finish and to allow the primer to adhere to the wall. It’s only necessary if there are imperfections in your drywall due to issues with the studs or improper drywall installation. If you’re refreshing existing walls, you may want to skim coat if there are imperfections across the wall. As an alternative, you can repair your drywall and sand it for a smooth finish before painting.

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