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SkeBo Rae Homes
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Serving Urbana, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"Rob did an excellent job building the deck and his attention to detail. Rob was easily to work with and he cares about the work that is done. I highly recommend him. He went the extra mile to make it was done the right way."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Custom Home Updates
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Serving Urbana, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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Warranties offered

Custom Home Updates LLC is the Champaign, IL area's premier choice for any of your residential contracting needs. We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling and concrete countertops. If you've been considering improving or updating your home recently, please give us a call today. We would love to speak with you about your project and make the vision for your space come into reality. Thank you!

Custom Cast in Place Concrete Countertops
Showtime
Chiseled Edges
Simple and Clean
Clean and Warm Look

+13

Response time7 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Second Street Renovations
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Serving Urbana, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

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"Very friendly and professional service. Tim came to my house for an initial consultation. He was very professional and patient and explained everything very well and answered all my questions. I had great confidence I had contacted the right people for the job and that proved to be 100% correct. Josh did EXCELLENT work and is perhaps one of the most polite and respectful people Iâ ve ever met. The whole experience was great and the damage to my walls (caused primarily by movers) disappeared. In fact, I think my walls look better than new! Additionally, he did very clean work. I didnâ t have any dust (from sanding) to cleanup afterward. Itâ s clear that Josh takes great pride in what he does. Iâ ll definitely use 2nd Street Painting for any home repairs or future projects without question. A+++"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arkwright Handyman
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Serving Urbana, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Hartrick came with the appointed time. He did excellent job. Who refined my door and my door works very well now. He was professional and neat and I would use them again."
Custom sized door
Window replacement
Window replacement
Window replacement
Window replacement

+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Next Level Roofing & Construction
4.3(
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Serving Urbana, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Credit card accepted

"Next Level has completed the screened in porch of my dreams-- reconstructing my former deck for the foundation, building the porch sides to match perfectly the style and color of my house and attending to every detail to make the room comfortable, charming and perfect for spring, summer and fall breezes. The staff were always professional and cordial and the contractor, James, communicated well and often and stayed within the estimate. I couldn't be happier! Highly recommend their work."
Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Slick Finish Renovation
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Serving Urbana, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great quality of work and a great individual to work with. I currently have another project I am contracting them for. I would recommend them to anyone and I plan on continuing to use them in the future."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Renovate Revolution LLC
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Serving Urbana, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did an excellent job painting and drywall patching. Always cleaned up each day. Always asked if was satisfied. Most professional contractor I have ever worked with!!!! Couldn?t give a better review ?"
Painting projects
Painting projects
Painting projects
Painting projects
Painting projects

+37

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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.

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