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Avatar for Osman's Carpentry Work
Osman's Carpentry Work
4.8(
40
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceCarpentry Framing - Install+1 more

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Flo arrived on time as scheduled for the project. All necessary supplies were on hand. He and his associate worked smoothly together. The project consisted of replacing 11 steps and risers and all stair trim. Flo completed the carpentry part in one day. His painters came the next day and applied 2 coats of paint. The porch looks great. The project price was fair and competitive. Not only are we 100% satisfied with Osman Carpentry, but we are scheduled to have them complete another 3 projects for us and probably a 4th project after that. You will be glad you hired them. It was a pleasure doing business with them."
Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Belmont Builders
4.6(
226
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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."
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Porches
Stairs Project
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Response time6 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Slip Proof Safety, Inc.
4.1(
104
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are trying to get our house ready to rent. Frank was straight-forward yet personable and his price was reasonable. They did a very professional and neat job. He also gave us some very practical suggestions to keep costs down on other action items that we are tackling ourselves."
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
4.7(
111
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"M&M Roofing & Masonry is Family owned by 2 Close Brothers who Work Great Together in the Knowledge of their Trade to give you a Personal Deal to Complete & Accomplish what is Needed at your Home. They Answer Quickly to Your Questions & Work as Fast as Possible with Weather Permitting to Get You Satisfaction in a Timely Matter!! Nancie"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Closet Organizing Systems
4.9(
178
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Closet - Build

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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This was one of the most positive experiences we have ever had with a contractor.  Within one day of contacting Closet Organizing System via email we received a callback.  We explained what our goal was and what we were interested in pursuing.  We then received a very prompt call from the Designer, Rich, who set up an appointment at our convenience in the evening since we both work.  He listened carefully to what our goals were and took measurements of all the spaces.  His then went to work on designing the systems for each space.  He kept us updated through email on his progress.  Again at our convenience in the evening he presented his ideas.  He was right on and we loved everything he suggested.  He was a true professional with over 30 years of experience in designing and installing closet systems.  We even discovered that he had installed my in-laws systems 25 years ago.   They still look great and are very functional.  The pricing was right where we thought it would be and within our budget so we approved the project.  Rich clearly explained what prep work would have to be done (removal of existing shelving, patching of holes and painting). We contacted our painter and created a schedule to do the project in two phases over two weeks.  They were very accommodating to again meet our busy work schedules.  The coordinator contacted  us via email two to assure that everything was set up correctly.  The project was then handed over to the installer, Todd.  He was a true professional, very courteous, and knew what he was doing.   All surfaces were protected and cleanup when he was done.  The end product is fabulous.   The night that the project was completed, Rich came by to check the work and to assure that we were happy.  Incredible Customer Service from start to finish.  The entire process took less than a month. We good not be happier and would recommend this organization to anyone seeking to better organize their living space.


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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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M3 Construction Co.
5.0(
22
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Owner, Memo, contacted us within an hour of inquiry. We had a bid almost immediately. We accepted the bid and set the install date within hours of initial contact. We had to replace our closet floor due to a neighbors leak, in our high rise building. After that, Memo sent me some suggestions for what type of products to order at Menards, for the job. I placed the order and he picked it up on day of install. He and another guy arrived on time and immediately went to work. They cleaned up after they were done, and were out the door within a couple hours. Memo answers all of my questions within minutes when I emailed him. He was a pleasure to work with and professional. Would absolutely recommend hiring them!"
Remodel
Remodel
Remodel
Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by13%of homeowners
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Ivan Handyman
4.7(
61
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

To calculate the number of linear feet of baseboard you’ll need, measure the length of each wall of the room you’re installing them in as close to the floor as possible, rounding up to the next full linear foot. If it’s your first DIY molding job, having a few extra feet on hand for miscuts is a good idea.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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