Top-rated woodworkers.

Get matched with top woodworkers in Waterloo, IL

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your woodworking project in Waterloo, IL?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY WATERLOO, IL HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.7
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon19
    Verified woodworking services reviews

Find Woodworkers in Waterloo

Avatar for Lange Handyman Services, LLC
Lange Handyman Services, LLC
5.0(
18
)

Serving Waterloo, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent! Great job restoring wood deck floors, 3 sets of stairs, built in benches and railings. Mark did a great job. His assistant Phyllis was awesome. Joanna is friendly and quote was fair and reasonable. Completed quickly and removed all old wood. Will definitely call for future projects."
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Deck Steps and Railings Repair
Removed railroad ties and built retaining wall.
Deck, Retaining wall, Basement Door
Deck Repairs

+38

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Dugans Woodworking
4.4(
47
)

Serving Waterloo, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We need someone to do two sets of stairs and railings . Since day one he was always on time , works all day , gets the work done in a timely manner, and does excellent work !! He did the stairs and then we called him back for more work , so happy to have found him !! It s hard to find a good carpenter that really knows what their doing . Who really knows his trade. So then he did our cabinets crown molding and and all the decorative details. Beautiful !! Also our vanities in 3 bathrooms, the doors throughout the house , all the trim . I could go one all day . If any one needs a true carpenter call Dugans Woodworking in Waterloo IL"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for HomeLife Enhancements
HomeLife Enhancements
4.7(
47
)

Serving Waterloo, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brian explained everything to us at our first meeting, and kept us informed every step of the way. He worked very efficiently and cleaned the area up at the end of each workday."
Sunroom/Pergola
Rail
 Antique dresser converted to Vanity
 Two - sided stone fireplace
 Tiled floor

+88

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for VMK Remodeling
VMK Remodeling
4.3(
18
)

Serving Waterloo, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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!"
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
80 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sentri Homes
Sentri Homes
2.4(
27
)

Serving Waterloo, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
JP Construction
New to Angi

Serving Waterloo, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

A family owned business with three generations working together to provide our customers with quality results and affordable prices. We offer a wide array of services including handyman repairs around the home, decks and fences, kitchen and bath remodeling, finishing basements, new construction projects or simply labor for those in need.

Full Basement Finish
Full Basement Finish
Full Basement Finish
Full Basement Finish
Full Basement Finish

+40

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 163
Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Floor joists provide support and stability to the flooring installed above them, whether it be hardwood, tile, or carpet. They’re essentially horizontal beams that hold up the subfloor and everything that lies on top of it. Floor joists also help evenly distribute weight across their structure so that it’s shared between walls, beams, and your foundation.

Board and batten is a type of wainscotting that uses wider boards that are placed vertically, and it has a much more rustic aesthetic than wainscotting. Common wainscotting styles are raised-panel, flat-panel, and beadboard. Wainscotting is more intricate and will typically use more elegant, subtle trims compared to the more farmhouse-inspired boards of board and batten styles.

Most landscape timbers are 8 feet long, but some are also available in 10-foot and 12-foot lengths. Choose the length that will allow you to install landscape timbers using the least amount of cutting to fit. Shorter timbers will allow you to more easily create angles and shorter plant bed sides.

Tipping contractors, builders, or general contractors is not customary or expected. Unlike many service professions where tipping is built into the payment structure, construction professionals typically charge a full rate for their services. However, you may choose to tip a worker for exceptional service, such as if they go above and beyond, stay late to meet a deadline, or work on a holiday weekend. Before offering a tip, it's a good idea to ask about the company's policy, as some prohibit their employees from accepting gratuities. If you want to show your appreciation for a job well done without giving a cash tip, consider writing a positive online review or offering to serve as a reference for potential new customers.

The Waterloo, IL homeowners’ guide to woodworking services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.