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Avatar for Drew Pro Carpentry
Drew Pro Carpentry
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Sycamore, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Andrew was very professional with his work. He was great to work with, I added other work because his work turned out great . He was honest with pricing / bidding. Also picked up materials for me. Great communication. Call Drew Pro Carpentry for all your Carpentry needs ."
Bifold
Bifold door
Pocket door
Pocket door
Interior doors

+3

Response time2 days
Response rate92%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Noah Deck Repair
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Sycamore, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Noah Deck Repair did an outstanding job on repairing, power washing and staining my deck. They were professional and were able to accommodate my schedule. They also were able to expedite the process given that rain was in the forecast in the upcoming days. I highly recommend them for any deck repairs or staining project that you might have."
Balcony rebuilt
Balcony rebuilt
Deck restoration
Deck restoration
Deck restoration

+13

54 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Details Remodeling
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Sycamore, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Steve was very helpful and his work is excellent. He understood my needs and offered great suggestions. At the end of the project, I was very happy and his suggestion saved me money. Thank you Steve."
A stair in Wauconda
A stair in Wauconda
A stair in Wauconda
A stair in Wauconda
A stair in Wauconda

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Penny Lane Decks, LLC
4.3(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Sycamore, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Nick cares about the quality of his work and the satisfaction of his customers. His work is excellent and he took the time to check with me if there was a choice to be made. We are very pleased with the result and will happily employ him again."
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+23

Response time12 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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NEW TECH GENERAL CONTRACTORS LLC
5.0(
9
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Sycamore, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an absolutely amazing job building my deck. I love it! They do great work. I’ll have them do more work for me. I definitely recommend them. Thank you so much!"
Anderson
Anderson
Anderson
Lee Illinois
Lee Illinois

+25

Response time3 days
Response rate92%
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DL Custom Design
5.0(
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Sycamore, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn't be more thrilled with the work MM Cabinets did in my home. From the initial consultation to the final installation, Mirsad demonstrated professionalism, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for quality craftsmanship. He listened carefully to my ideas and offered expert suggestions that brought my vision to life even better than I imagined. The custom cabinets they built are not only beautiful but also incredibly functional, maximizing every inch of space with a seamless design. The materials are top-notch, and the finish is flawless. Installation was smooth, on time, and spotless—truly a stress-free experience. If you're looking for a cabinet company that combines artistry with practicality, look no further than MM Cabinets. I highly recommend them to anyone who values quality, reliability, and exceptional customer service."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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. 

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

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.

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

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