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Avatar for Lange Handyman Services, LLC
Lange Handyman Services, LLC
5.0(
18
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Swansea, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Breaking up old 5" thick concrete slabs, hauling them away, site prep of compacting with new rock, steel matting and pouring was all done in a very timely manner. The job was done on-schedule and at the previously agreed price. We highly recommend Mark and his team."
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Deck Steps and Railings Repair
Removed railroad ties and built retaining wall.
Deck, Retaining wall, Basement Door
Deck Repairs

+41

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for Mr. Handyman Metro East
Mr. Handyman Metro East
4.6(
196
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Swansea, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Mr. Handyman to replace a shower faucet. The co-owner, Bob, came out for the estimate as well as the job itself and he was wonderful. He was punctual, professional, and kind, and most of all he did a great job! You could tell he's amassed a lot of knowledge in this profession because it showed in the quality of work he performed. I would absolutely hire this company again and plan to for future needs."
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+5

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Stair Artisan
4.9(
23
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Swansea, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ron was very professional and prompt. He sent lots of pictures every step of the way while he was building. We are extremely happy with our new staircase it is absolutely beautiful. I would 1000% recommend Stair Artisan."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Designer Craftsmen
5.0(
5
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+7 more

Serving Swansea, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Hello there! I'm a Saint Charles/Saint Louis native and an experienced carpenter and remodeller of 17 years! Been in my own business since 2022. I love to do beautiful work at reasonable prices. I am focused on design-minded small construction and carpentry--this means that I am not primarily so focused on flashy features and the newest updates, and more focused on how I can create a project with you that makes sense with your specific house and it's architectural design. I love working with wood the most but really love doing most anything on a home and happy to do handyman work here and there as well. Please reach out so we can start a conversation! I'm happy to offer advice on how to navigate the construction industry or send you phone numbers of other great guys if you need other services. I focus on approachability and a down to earth experience. I love doing good work, i'm easy to deal with and show up when I say I will. Would love to work with you!

Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck

+25

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Accredited Roofing
4.7(
30
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For Business

Serving Swansea, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely user friendly and professional. They were prompt for the appointment and were there for the repair as scheduled. There was no mess or cleanup. Great job and reasonable price. I would definitely recommend for your roofing needs."
New roof system
Roof replacement
Roof replacement
Roof replacement
Roof replacement

+113

Response time4 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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The Haire Corporation
5.0(
9
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+1 more

Serving Swansea, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Dontate Construction Company from the beginning to end Mr. Dontate and his crew displayed excellent performance, dedication and professionalism, his leadership style was outstanding! Maya Angelou quoted “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” This is why my husband and I strongly recommend this the Dontate Construction Company. Mr. Dontate this is how you made us feel, thank you so much for your big beautiful smile (always) and for crew. I also wanted to thank Angi list for recommending this awesome amazing company, from beginning to end, we’re pleased. The project team was very enthusiastic and very upbeat."
Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
Avatar for VMK Remodeling
VMK Remodeling
4.2(
19
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace+14 more

Serving Swansea, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I could not be happier with the final product! The first pic is the old bathroom from the 60s when the house was built. The rest are the final rebuild and it looks great. I would highly recommend VMK Remodeling for any project that you might have. I am also going to get a bid on redoing the deck on the back of the house as Vince's company does decks as well! Thanks to his great crew as well, great people to work with."
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

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.

By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

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