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Avatar for O'Rourke Deck Services, LLC
O'Rourke Deck Services, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent professional work and managed to use existing structures to cut costs. Carpentry work was master level and cleaned up very well and communication was first rate. In general lumber costs are high but the finished deck they did for my back deck is well worth the investment and will be enjoyed for years to come!"
Riverside TREX Transcend
Clarendon Hills TREX Transcend
Western Red Cedar
Response time12 hrs
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Garman Painting Custom Decorating Inc
4.9(
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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Emergency services offered

"Mike installed some crown molding that we had purchased from someone who was remodeling their approx. 100-year old house that matched very closely to the molding we already had in other rooms in our house (also around 100-years old). Mike did an incredible job - it looks better than what we had expected. It looks like it's been there since the house was built, which is exactly what we were looking for. We highly recommend Mike - he was very easy to work with, very communicative, and very skilled at what he does!"
Strie West Loop
Cabinet refinishing
Kitchen - Sunroom
Refinished cabinet doors
Garmanpainting.com

+110

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Slip Proof Safety, Inc.
4.1(
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Emergency services offered

"We gave Frank and his team (Rob worked the entire time so far as well) a million things to do and they did a fantastic job on everything. They're finishing some flooring they recommended also (so far, un.be.lievable!). I cannot recommend Frank highly enough. Great guy, honest, reliable and I will be hiring him for many years to come on pretty much EVERY need we have for fixes on the house!"
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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Closet Organizing Systems
4.9(
178
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Warranties offered

"Went very well. They don't recommend more than you really need. They are practical in their approach. They don't try to sell you more. They came out for estimate. They I got the computer design, I approved and it was installed. "
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+29

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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M & M Roofing
4.7(
103
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

M & M Roofing is the solution for all of your tuckpointing, deck and siding needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Check out our reviews from satisfied clients. Give us a call today so we can answer all of your questions. Satisfaction guaranteed!

Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Chicagoland Home Products
4.9(
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with Chicagoland Home Products for my closets has been an excellent experience. We initially did four shelving projects with them a few years ago. They did such an excellent job and the closets and pantry have held up beautifully, so it was a no-brainer to have them complete my primary bedroom walk-in closet this month. Tammy is a pro and probably the nicest person you’ll ever meet! She remembered exactly who I was, even after a few years, and pulled up the previous design for my primary closet. We tweaked a few things to ensure I was happy and booked the install. The installers showed up on time, wore shoe covers without me asking, were very friendly, and completed my closet perfectly. I love it! I plan on working with Chicagoland Home Products in the future and recommend them to everyone."
Make the most out of an unused space by putting in anything from a small work space to a full-fledged home executive office.
Chicagoland Home Products can provide you with the custom storage solution for nearly every room in your house — custom closets, home offices, entertainment centers, garages, mudrooms — among other spaces.
We offer an extensive collection of attractive and functional Hunter Douglas window coverings, including blinds, shades, interior shutters and more.
We offer storage solutions for all your power tools, gardening supplies and sports equipment. Everything is where it belongs and not one thing is out of place.
Get more out of your closet space by creating the most efficient custom closets that not only will fit your needs but also look beautiful

+8

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.7(
266
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They completed the entire roofing project in two days time. However, the inside trim work around the skylights has been delayed for three weeks. The good thing is that I've held back a hefty amount of monies to finish paying off the project. I get there are delays based upon who does what type of specialty work. The carpenter is scheduled for next week Tuesday. We'll see."
1868 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Garcia's Repairs
4.8(
51
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had an excellent experience working with Mr. Garcia who completed tuckpointing and fixed some siding for me. From the start, their professionalism was evident. They kept me well-informed throughout the entire project, ensuring I understood each step of the process. Their attention to detail and craftsmanship were impressive, resulting in a job well done. The tuckpointing work was expertly executed, restoring the beauty and integrity of my homeâ s brickwork. Additionally, the siding repairs were seamlessly integrated, leaving my exterior looking flawless. I highly recommend this contractor for their reliability, communication, and outstanding workmanship. Itâ s reassuring to know there are professionals like them who take pride in their work and deliver exceptional results."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

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.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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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