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Mr. Handyman Metro East

4.86(
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Mr. Handyman Metro East

4.86(
173
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

One call does it all!! .Mr. Handyman is the largest employer of home repair contractors in U.S. and Canada. For more than 15 years we've consistently hired experienced, reliable employees whose skills are further refined through technical and customer service training. All of our handyman service technicians are licensed and insured for your safety and theirs. That means you'll receive consistently high quality work from safe, reliable, professional handymen. Mr. Handyman's professionals arrive in nationally-recognized uniforms and branded vans that are stocked with every tool they'll need. Our on-time record is second to none, and we arrive ready to work. One phone call to Mr. Handyman hires professionals who complete your entire "To Do" list. Every task whether major or minor home repair is prioritized according to your needs. For all your major and minor home repair needs, call Mr. Handyman today!

"It went fast, clean and great."

Jai A. D on February 2021

One call does it all!! .Mr. Handyman is the largest employer of home repair contractors in U.S. and Canada. For more than 15 years we've consistently hired experienced, reliable employees whose skills are further refined through technical and customer service training. All of our handyman service technicians are licensed and insured for your safety and theirs. That means you'll receive consistently high quality work from safe, reliable, professional handymen. Mr. Handyman's professionals arrive in nationally-recognized uniforms and branded vans that are stocked with every tool they'll need. Our on-time record is second to none, and we arrive ready to work. One phone call to Mr. Handyman hires professionals who complete your entire "To Do" list. Every task whether major or minor home repair is prioritized according to your needs. For all your major and minor home repair needs, call Mr. Handyman today!

"It went fast, clean and great."

Jai A. D on February 2021


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HomeLife Enhancements

4.88(
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HomeLife Enhancements

4.88(
42
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 years of experience

HomeLife Enhancement is a locally owned and operated company with over 30 years of experience in home remodeling and "aging in place" renovations. Our President, Brian Richards, is at the helm and personally takes charge of each and every project to insure the highest standards are met. We maintain a small crew that has been specially trained to provide the highest quality workmanship. We have formed alliances with various area businesses, suppliers and subcontractors whose integrity and strong work ethics we value. Brian believes that the education and experience of his key personnel, the hands-on commitment to quality, the use of superior products and the partnerships they have formed, make HomeLife Enhancement the company you can trust. Visit us on Facebook!

"Very professional interactions and very professional quality of work."

Angie E on April 2022

HomeLife Enhancement is a locally owned and operated company with over 30 years of experience in home remodeling and "aging in place" renovations. Our President, Brian Richards, is at the helm and personally takes charge of each and every project to insure the highest standards are met. We maintain a small crew that has been specially trained to provide the highest quality workmanship. We have formed alliances with various area businesses, suppliers and subcontractors whose integrity and strong work ethics we value. Brian believes that the education and experience of his key personnel, the hands-on commitment to quality, the use of superior products and the partnerships they have formed, make HomeLife Enhancement the company you can trust. Visit us on Facebook!

"Very professional interactions and very professional quality of work."

Angie E on April 2022


"Mark was quick and professional. Job was completed to specification. Met all expectations."

Zack W on November 2025

Lange Handyman Services, LLC is an owner operated Handyman service, based in Columbia, IL. We focus on quality work and customer service and we know what we are doing. Give us a call with some details on the project so we can give you a quote today!

"Mark was quick and professional. Job was completed to specification. Met all expectations."

Zack W on November 2025


Dugans Woodworking

4.98(
36
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Dugans Woodworking

4.98(
36
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

We have been around for more than 38 years, with 36 years of pro professional. We are your go to guys for all your woodworking needs. We offer competitive pricing and the experience you need to get the job done right the first time.

"Sean did an outstanding job replacing the framework and decking on my front porch. I had my side porch replaced in the past and Sean's work was superior in every way. The price was very reasonable. Sean has a great personality and always responded quickly to any questions I had before the project started. I already have another project I would like Sean to work on. You won't regret hiring him!"

James F on October 2022

We have been around for more than 38 years, with 36 years of pro professional. We are your go to guys for all your woodworking needs. We offer competitive pricing and the experience you need to get the job done right the first time.

"Sean did an outstanding job replacing the framework and decking on my front porch. I had my side porch replaced in the past and Sean's work was superior in every way. The price was very reasonable. Sean has a great personality and always responded quickly to any questions I had before the project started. I already have another project I would like Sean to work on. You won't regret hiring him!"

James F on October 2022


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VMK Remodeling

5.00(
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VMK Remodeling

5.00(
11
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Super Service Award
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Vinc is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"FIREPLACE ELECTRICAL INSERT!! We hired Vinc and crew a second time to make the fireplace insert happen. They worked very hard to modify the old brick opening and seal everything up properly. Vinc has great suggestions and ideas! He created us a one of a kind beautiful year round updated look for our home we love & been enjoying for two weeks! We will hire him again! "

James S on November 2025

Vinc is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"FIREPLACE ELECTRICAL INSERT!! We hired Vinc and crew a second time to make the fireplace insert happen. They worked very hard to modify the old brick opening and seal everything up properly. Vinc has great suggestions and ideas! He created us a one of a kind beautiful year round updated look for our home we love & been enjoying for two weeks! We will hire him again! "

James S on November 2025


MJ Buildings

5.00(
4
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MJ Buildings

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very nice guys and willing to work with you. Photos coming soon"

Robin B on February 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very nice guys and willing to work with you. Photos coming soon"

Robin B on February 2025


Le Roy Construction & Remodeling

4.75(
4
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Le Roy Construction & Remodeling

4.75(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Everything went great. Job completed on time and clear communication and expectations throughout."

John k on August 2021

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Everything went great. Job completed on time and clear communication and expectations throughout."

John k on August 2021


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St. Clair Stair, LLC

4.25(
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St. Clair Stair, LLC

4.25(
10
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Customers say: Quick response
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Mill Hollow Cabinets & Countertops, prides itself on the quality and satisfaction it provides to our clients. We are punctual, professional, clean, and provide the service you deserve. We specialize in refinishing wood work. we spray all wood so you have a true factory finish. If you want the touch of a professional on the cabinets and counter tops you use everyday, do yourself a favor and call us!

"Great and friendly"

Eric F on September 2025

Mill Hollow Cabinets & Countertops, prides itself on the quality and satisfaction it provides to our clients. We are punctual, professional, clean, and provide the service you deserve. We specialize in refinishing wood work. we spray all wood so you have a true factory finish. If you want the touch of a professional on the cabinets and counter tops you use everyday, do yourself a favor and call us!

"Great and friendly"

Eric F on September 2025


Bex Construction Services

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Bex Construction Services

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Approved Pro
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!


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Sentri Homes

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Sentri Homes

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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You can use a nail to find ceiling joists, but it’s not as reliable as a stud finder, and you’ll end up with lots of small holes in your ceiling. If the nail hits a joist, you'll feel increased resistance. Mark the spot with a pencil. Repeat this process regularly along the ceiling, 16 or 24 inches apart, until you've mapped out the joist locations.

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

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.

Yes, most services include necessary frame modifications for proper door fitting. Confirm with your provider.

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