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Wayland carpentry

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Wayland carpentry

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My name is richard hoffman I am a carpentry specialist and have been doing it for over 10 years! I am looking to help people love and and enjoy their homes, and want to do nothing but the most quality work. If you have a residential project, allow me to be the one to make it 110% perfect

My name is richard hoffman I am a carpentry specialist and have been doing it for over 10 years! I am looking to help people love and and enjoy their homes, and want to do nothing but the most quality work. If you have a residential project, allow me to be the one to make it 110% perfect


MC Contractors

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MC Contractors

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Our company accepts all types of masonry repairs and carpentry. We restore any type of masonry including tuck pointing and grinding , brick work, stone, terracotta, concrete, lentil replacement, chimneys, flues, and acid washing and brick cleaning, wall water proofing. and removal and installation of any type of caulking. We have 19 years of experience including apprenticess with well known masonry contractors. We can provide excellent reviews from current and past customers.

Our company accepts all types of masonry repairs and carpentry. We restore any type of masonry including tuck pointing and grinding , brick work, stone, terracotta, concrete, lentil replacement, chimneys, flues, and acid washing and brick cleaning, wall water proofing. and removal and installation of any type of caulking. We have 19 years of experience including apprenticess with well known masonry contractors. We can provide excellent reviews from current and past customers.



RM3's Services

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RM3's Services

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10 years of experience

RM3's Services has at total of 1-3 employees we are a sub contractor in the Kendall county area that does work all around the Chicago-land area. We come out to you with a free quote and we do bill with a fifty percent down payment and once the work is done the rest will be do.

RM3's Services has at total of 1-3 employees we are a sub contractor in the Kendall county area that does work all around the Chicago-land area. We come out to you with a free quote and we do bill with a fifty percent down payment and once the work is done the rest will be do.


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Huffman estates property services

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Huffman estates property services

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11 years of experience

Anything that has to do with your home interior and exterior. 10 plus years experience from professionals. Save on interior and exterior paint and stain including decks(2018 promotional period). Great rates and quality work.

"he never showed up"

Shashil S on October 2020

Anything that has to do with your home interior and exterior. 10 plus years experience from professionals. Save on interior and exterior paint and stain including decks(2018 promotional period). Great rates and quality work.

"he never showed up"

Shashil S on October 2020


Ryan Eissens Construction Inc.

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Ryan Eissens Construction Inc.

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Ryan Eissens Construction, Inc. is a full-service, residential construction company serving our area for more than a decade. We are a 3rd Generation of Home Builders. We are fully insured locally and support local business by purchasing all building material locally. Whether you need a small-scale renovation or a custom-made dream home built, we are commited to helping you create a home you will love living in. We also do small and large repairs on existing homes. We guarantee accurate proposals that fit your budget and projects that perform to plan. Because of our commitment, we are one of the most outstanding and trusted residential construction companies in the state. Contact us today for a free estimate and let us make your visions a reality.

Ryan Eissens Construction, Inc. is a full-service, residential construction company serving our area for more than a decade. We are a 3rd Generation of Home Builders. We are fully insured locally and support local business by purchasing all building material locally. Whether you need a small-scale renovation or a custom-made dream home built, we are commited to helping you create a home you will love living in. We also do small and large repairs on existing homes. We guarantee accurate proposals that fit your budget and projects that perform to plan. Because of our commitment, we are one of the most outstanding and trusted residential construction companies in the state. Contact us today for a free estimate and let us make your visions a reality.


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Strafford Window Manufacturing, Inc.

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Strafford Window Manufacturing, Inc.

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We do not manufacture windows or doors for homes nor do we use Insulated glass. Strafford Window Mfg. manufacturers custom wood windows for barns, sheds, stables, pool houses, cabin, porches and interior applications in the home. Our windows are made of all wood and single strength glass. Call for pricing on Tempered glass. Strafford Window MFG. manufactures Sashes, Transoms, Single Hung Window Units, Hopper Window Units, Fixed Window Units and Screens.

"These windows are solid, well built and look great. I will be ordering more for my house."

Don P on September 2020

We do not manufacture windows or doors for homes nor do we use Insulated glass. Strafford Window Mfg. manufacturers custom wood windows for barns, sheds, stables, pool houses, cabin, porches and interior applications in the home. Our windows are made of all wood and single strength glass. Call for pricing on Tempered glass. Strafford Window MFG. manufactures Sashes, Transoms, Single Hung Window Units, Hopper Window Units, Fixed Window Units and Screens.

"These windows are solid, well built and look great. I will be ordering more for my house."

Don P on September 2020


Zickau Home Construction

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Zickau Home Construction

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34 years of experience

A 3rd generation contractor/carpenter we can expertly help you with your next wood or home/business improvement project. The pride I take in my work shows through the quality, durability and craftsmanship applied to every project, no matter how small or large. With hundreds of thrilled customers since 1991, you can't go wrong with Zickau Home Construction. We never sub contract and offer payment options.

A 3rd generation contractor/carpenter we can expertly help you with your next wood or home/business improvement project. The pride I take in my work shows through the quality, durability and craftsmanship applied to every project, no matter how small or large. With hundreds of thrilled customers since 1991, you can't go wrong with Zickau Home Construction. We never sub contract and offer payment options.



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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

Accurate measurements, sturdy materials, and seamless integration with other structures.

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.

Any issue that affects the structural integrity or soundness of a home is considered a structural issue. In addition to foundation cracks, other signs of structural issues include roof leaks, bowing walls, sloping floors, gaps around windows and doors, and more.

There are a few options if you miss a stud. You can simply patch the hole with spackle, sand it down, repaint it, and then find the stud—essentially starting over. If you don’t want to do that, you can insert one of the more robust drywall anchor options and hang your item on that, but that will only work if the drywall is in excellent condition and the anchor is rated for the weight of the item you’re hanging on it. You may be able to cover the hole with the object itself once it’s mounted, but it’s still recommended to at least fill the hole to protect insulation and prevent vermin from entering.  

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