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Christensen Carpentry

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Christensen Carpentry

3.67(
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Customers say: Quick response
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Christiansen Carpentry strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Unprofessional, untimely, poor workmanship, stressful experience. Shawn did a LVP flooring install on two levels of my house, including the kitchen. Almost $8K for 1K SF. Flooring failed 1st time due to no subfloor leveling despite me asking twice if it was needed. 24 planks in 600 SF were separating in 2 weeks. Once I informed Shawn the floor was failing, his workers tried accessing my garage without permission to get tools. Seemed like they were trying to split on a bad job. Despite the bad job done, I worked with him on cost-effective products to try and save as much money as possible on the rework. Both levels of flooring had issues, but I only asked for main level to be redone. Ultimately, it took 4 months of poor communication and terrible customer service to finally get new flooring installed, still not level but holding????! Ultimately, the new flooring installed was left unfinished, leaving me to install trim, transitions, end caps, stair nosing and caulk on my own."

Michelle A on June 2025

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Christiansen Carpentry strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Unprofessional, untimely, poor workmanship, stressful experience. Shawn did a LVP flooring install on two levels of my house, including the kitchen. Almost $8K for 1K SF. Flooring failed 1st time due to no subfloor leveling despite me asking twice if it was needed. 24 planks in 600 SF were separating in 2 weeks. Once I informed Shawn the floor was failing, his workers tried accessing my garage without permission to get tools. Seemed like they were trying to split on a bad job. Despite the bad job done, I worked with him on cost-effective products to try and save as much money as possible on the rework. Both levels of flooring had issues, but I only asked for main level to be redone. Ultimately, it took 4 months of poor communication and terrible customer service to finally get new flooring installed, still not level but holding????! Ultimately, the new flooring installed was left unfinished, leaving me to install trim, transitions, end caps, stair nosing and caulk on my own."

Michelle A on June 2025

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ACOSTA FENCE CORP.

4.76(
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ACOSTA FENCE CORP.

4.76(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They were amazing start to finish."

Kat T on February 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They were amazing start to finish."

Kat T on February 2024

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Schultzwoodworking LLC

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Schultzwoodworking LLC

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We specialize in remodeling and new construction. We do good quality work in a reasonable time frame, we can make any dream you have come to life! we are a small construction company with a few employees

We specialize in remodeling and new construction. We do good quality work in a reasonable time frame, we can make any dream you have come to life! we are a small construction company with a few employees

Hunter Handyman Services

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Hunter Handyman Services

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4 years of experience

Hunter Handyman Services was established in 2021. We specialize in home repair, ceiling fan installation and other electrical projects, door repair, bathroom and plumbing projects, painting, furniture repair, and custom woodworking. Chris has over 20 years of experience in furniture repair, custom woodworking, home repair, and more. Chris brings his dependability, dedication, and problem-solving mindset to every job. Hunter Handyman works with each customer to deliver exactly what they want within their timeframe. When you hire Hunter Handyman Services, you can rest assured that you will receive expert craftsmanship and trustworthy care.

Hunter Handyman Services was established in 2021. We specialize in home repair, ceiling fan installation and other electrical projects, door repair, bathroom and plumbing projects, painting, furniture repair, and custom woodworking. Chris has over 20 years of experience in furniture repair, custom woodworking, home repair, and more. Chris brings his dependability, dedication, and problem-solving mindset to every job. Hunter Handyman works with each customer to deliver exactly what they want within their timeframe. When you hire Hunter Handyman Services, you can rest assured that you will receive expert craftsmanship and trustworthy care.

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A&K Decking Fencing and More

4.43(
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A&K Decking Fencing and More

4.43(
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Customers say: Quick response
Free onsite estimate

Looking for expert fence and deck repairs? A&K Decking Fencing and More has got you covered! We specialize in rebuilding and repairing fences, decks, porches, hand railing, and gates. Contact us today for all your home project needs.

"I hired these guys last year to build a balcony and porch. Very poor quality the balcony was already cracking and starting to fall within 2 months of install. They didn't sink the studs into concrete. Nothing was straight or level everything looked like crap. Other companies deemed the porch and balcony unsafe it was torn down I would never in my life hire this company again. And the meds they leave behind I'm still picking up screws and concrete a year later."

Chris A on July 2025

Looking for expert fence and deck repairs? A&K Decking Fencing and More has got you covered! We specialize in rebuilding and repairing fences, decks, porches, hand railing, and gates. Contact us today for all your home project needs.

"I hired these guys last year to build a balcony and porch. Very poor quality the balcony was already cracking and starting to fall within 2 months of install. They didn't sink the studs into concrete. Nothing was straight or level everything looked like crap. Other companies deemed the porch and balcony unsafe it was torn down I would never in my life hire this company again. And the meds they leave behind I'm still picking up screws and concrete a year later."

Chris A on July 2025

GPC Contractors

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GPC Contractors

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We provide services from Drywall hanging and taping, priming and painting, Window and door framing and installation, insulation placement, demolition, and siding installation.

We provide services from Drywall hanging and taping, priming and painting, Window and door framing and installation, insulation placement, demolition, and siding installation.

Land's Painting

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Land's Painting

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10 years of experience

We provide quality products and exceptional service. We offer our services in a wide variety of tasks from remodeling to painting. Give us a call today to see what we can do for you.

We provide quality products and exceptional service. We offer our services in a wide variety of tasks from remodeling to painting. Give us a call today to see what we can do for you.

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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Decks and Porches questions, answered by experts

Rot loves moisture, so deck rot typically impacts the parts of a board that stay wet. This includes the underside of boards, in addition to support posts and joists. However, any part of a board can rot, given the right conditions. 

Regular cleaning, sealing, and inspections help identify problems early and maintain aesthetics.

The best way to sand a deck is by cleaning it, sanding the boards and stairs with 60- or 80-grit sandpaper, and sanding the railings and posts with 80-grit sandpaper. You should sand in the direction of the wood grain to avoid damaging the timber. When sanding your deck, use medium pressure and aim for an even sand. Pressing too hard with a sander can damage decks, as most are softwoods.

Several types of porches are available to meet your needs and style preferences. Some common porch types include:

  • Porticos are essentially a roof over a walkway leading to the home's front entrance. 

  • Sunrooms are closed-in porches that are an extension of the house with glass or plastic panels that allow optimal sunlight. 

  • Wraparound porches extend around the entire home, or at least the front and one side, and offer multiple entrances to the house.

  • Back porches are an extension of the home’s floor into the outdoors. These offer more protection and privacy than a deck.

Start with a 60- or 80-grit sandpaper when sanding a deck, though this could change depending on the type of wood that comprises the deck and how smooth you want the overall finish. If you prioritize a smooth final finish, progress to a finer grit like 120 or 150. Avoid ultra-fine grits for traditional sanding, as it could close up the wood pores and make it harder to apply a finish down the line.

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