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A&A Property Services, LLC
5.0(
4
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We couldn't be happier with the work Ashton did helping with our new home build! He is hardworking, dependable, knowledgeable, and pays great attention to detail. He takes pride in his work and makes sure everything is done right. He went above and beyond to help bring our vision to life. We are extremely pleased with the quality of his work and would highly recommend Ashton and A&A Property Services to anyone looking for reliable, quality workmanship!"
Concrete patio.
Concrete patio.
Concrete patio.
Concrete patio/sidewalk
Decorative concrete patio

+25

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Calvin Miley
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCloset - Build+5 more

Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

I’ve been doing handyman work on my own homes and friends homes for over 10 years. I provide reliable, professional handyman services with a focus on quality workmanship, attention to detail, and customer satisfaction. I take pride in completing projects properly and maintaining a clean, professional work environment. From home repairs and maintenance to installations, carpentry, flooring, painting, and electrical work, I approach every project with care and professionalism.

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kencan Handyman Service
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

I’m a hard working individual with many years experience in different fields of construction, I believe in keeping a clean and safe work area for myself, any workers or homeowners, I also am a firm believer on leaving no job unfinished. If you’re having problems or just wanting to do some remodeling? Call: Kencan Handyman Service

Doughnut Shop Build
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Driveway Doctor
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Driveway Doctor is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Driveway Sealcoating
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Mueller Contracting LLC
New to Angi
Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

We are a small, family based company that provides excellent communication, and excellent work. We have a high attention to detail. We would be appreciative of your work. We have been in the construction industry for 20 years. We can provide select demolition, small structural demolition, and clean up services.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Berger's Table Pad Factory
4.8(
1,345
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+10 more

Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After purchasing an Angie's List Deal, I received the measuring kit in the mail promptly. The template and instructions provided to draw my split table top and each of the leaves were easy to use and understand. I mailed the completed materials and received the table pads very quickly. The table splits in the middle to allow insertion of up to 3 additional leaves. The table also has 2 drop leaves. That's 7 pads. All fit perfectly. I have used them on the table for family parties (not every day) and they're durable and built to last. I keep them in the box they arrived in to protect them when not in use. These are a worthwhile investment."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Brittons Carpentry
5.0(
2
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCloset - BuildDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. \n

Stud wall
Door and trim
Door and trim
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AOM Remodeling and Restoration
4.6(
52
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+11 more

Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our house had a water damage that ruined much of the drywall and floor on the first floor and the basement. For such a big repair job, I carefully looked up the reviews and recommendations from Angie's list and talked to 3 contractors that have the highest ratings. AOM was one of the three. David, the owner of AOM, quickly came to our house, assessed the damage, explained to me what need to be done, showed great empathy to our loss and current situation (having to stay in hotel waiting to go back to our house), and put a very competitive bid (about 2/3 the bid of another contractor). We picked them and signed the contract. AOM uses Trello, a cloud-based project tracking system that software companies often use, to effectively and promptly communicate task description and updates to all workers and house owners. AOM workers are professional, hard working, and friendly. For such a big project, expectedly there were some hiccups and AOM had to juggle ours with their other on-going projects. David kindly explained to me various aspects of the repair work and promptly fixed any faults that we identified. I became to completely trust David's professional skill and that he would treat our house like his. Several nights and weekends David came to work late so that we could move back to normal life as soon as possible. In the end, we are very happy with our remodeled house. I sincerely recommend David and AOM for any house remodeling and restoration job."
Kitchen accent
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tan and white trim room
blue and white trim room

+5

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

Bow windows need support because they are large and extend out from the exterior wall of the home. Bow windows may extend 1 foot to several feet from the outside of the home, so you’ll need to provide additional support to handle this weight. A window contractor will be able to provide the proper amount of support for your new bow window.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

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