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Whiting Wood Works

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Whiting Wood Works

4.87(
30
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

We offer quality and affordable hauling services. Will go up to 500 miles also wood projects, painting , decks, scrub brush removal

"The handyman arrived early , prepared with all of his tools and ready to go to work! He was pleasant, professional and experienced! I plan to hire him back again for some additional projects! I am very pleased with his work!"

Joe E on September 2025

We offer quality and affordable hauling services. Will go up to 500 miles also wood projects, painting , decks, scrub brush removal

"The handyman arrived early , prepared with all of his tools and ready to go to work! He was pleasant, professional and experienced! I plan to hire him back again for some additional projects! I am very pleased with his work!"

Joe E on September 2025


B&C Construction

4.50(
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B&C Construction

4.50(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

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! Our mission at B&C Construction is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! B&C Construction stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!

"Brian does a fantastic job and hasn't let me down. Seems like a real genuine guy that's there to make an honest living and do work for others. I don't have anything bad to say about him and I will continue to contact him for work."

Wayne C on October 2022

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! Our mission at B&C Construction is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! B&C Construction stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!

"Brian does a fantastic job and hasn't let me down. Seems like a real genuine guy that's there to make an honest living and do work for others. I don't have anything bad to say about him and I will continue to contact him for work."

Wayne C on October 2022


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Batten Homes & Cabinets

3.81(
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Batten Homes & Cabinets

3.81(
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41 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Batten Homes & Cabinets has been doing cabinetry, carpentry, and remodels in the Lawrence, Topeka, and Kansas City area for nearly thirty years. We believe the best way to succeed in business is to always deliver quality workmanship with excellent service. By paying attention to the details ... both big and small ... we are able to help make our customers' dreams come true. Materials and workmanship are of the highest quality, and our client service is responsive and meticulous. Our primary goal is to accurately assess your needs, inject a bit of creativity and thus produce a quality product that is both practical and fitting for all your purposes, hopes and desires while satisfying your original vision, layout and budget. Give us a call today!

"Would use again"

Evan T on October 2021

Batten Homes & Cabinets has been doing cabinetry, carpentry, and remodels in the Lawrence, Topeka, and Kansas City area for nearly thirty years. We believe the best way to succeed in business is to always deliver quality workmanship with excellent service. By paying attention to the details ... both big and small ... we are able to help make our customers' dreams come true. Materials and workmanship are of the highest quality, and our client service is responsive and meticulous. Our primary goal is to accurately assess your needs, inject a bit of creativity and thus produce a quality product that is both practical and fitting for all your purposes, hopes and desires while satisfying your original vision, layout and budget. Give us a call today!

"Would use again"

Evan T on October 2021


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Porter's Services

5.00(
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Porter's Services

5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Here at Porter's Services, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"He worked for us for over 6 years through the summers. He performed home maintenance, painting , staining, trimming, landscaping, putting together new purchases, mowing, trimming, cleaning, even building projects. Heâ  s very talented and also trustworthy and loyal."

Elaine S on August 2022

Here at Porter's Services, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"He worked for us for over 6 years through the summers. He performed home maintenance, painting , staining, trimming, landscaping, putting together new purchases, mowing, trimming, cleaning, even building projects. Heâ  s very talented and also trustworthy and loyal."

Elaine S on August 2022


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Sentri Homes

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Sentri Homes

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3 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.


"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021


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Mr. Kitchen

4.85(
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Mr. Kitchen

4.85(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Super Service Award Winners for 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016. Kitchen remodeling can be easy and affordable with Renovation Pros. By using all solid hardwood doors and drawer fronts, I will dramatically change the way you look at your kitchen. Being a small custom shop, I can make alterations to your existing cabinets like adding drawers, trash slide outs or even appliance lifts and more! I can also complete your entire project, including countertops, backsplashes, and even add under cabinet lighting. My installation process takes just days and there's minimal remodeling mess. Most importantly, you deal with me from our first meeting to the end. I will meet with you, build it, and install it. You are hiring me, not paying me to send a bunch of other people into your home! Let’s be honest, there are lots of companies who can build you new doors and cabinets, but only one who puts customer service first! Quality control starts and ends with me. If you are considering renovating your kitchen, please give me a call for a free consultation and estimate. I cover within a 200 mile radius from downtown Kansas City. Additional email - [email protected].

"Renovation Pros KC recently completely refaced my entire kitchen with incredible results. Chad Stock came out to our home twice with samples, and really spent time with me to ensure the finished product would be exactly what I wanted. I felt extremely comfortable with his work crew in my home, and they cleaned up daily before they left. The job was done on time, and to my extreme satisfaction. Chad even recommended some inexpensive design changes that made a world of difference to the look and efficiency of my kitchen. He was able to work around my existing granite counters and tile backsplash. My new cabinet doors are thick, solid quality wood with a beautiful finish. The drawers were completely replaced with larger drawers that slide closed silently. An unused wine rack in the old cabinets was converted to additional, hidden storage with cabinet doors. The huge light box over the island was removed, and the island cabinets were stained a contrasting luscious dark chocolate. The old, outdated Golden Oak is gone! My husband and I could not be happier with the value and quality of our new kitchen! The pictures attached to this review are Before & After. The light, golden oak is before, and the gorgeous cherry cabinets are the finished product. I attended the Home Show and researched several companies with quotes before choosing Renovation Pros KC. The kitchen is the heart of my home, and results were incredibly important to me. I'm glad I chose this company to work with."

Karen W on November 2018

Super Service Award Winners for 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016. Kitchen remodeling can be easy and affordable with Renovation Pros. By using all solid hardwood doors and drawer fronts, I will dramatically change the way you look at your kitchen. Being a small custom shop, I can make alterations to your existing cabinets like adding drawers, trash slide outs or even appliance lifts and more! I can also complete your entire project, including countertops, backsplashes, and even add under cabinet lighting. My installation process takes just days and there's minimal remodeling mess. Most importantly, you deal with me from our first meeting to the end. I will meet with you, build it, and install it. You are hiring me, not paying me to send a bunch of other people into your home! Let’s be honest, there are lots of companies who can build you new doors and cabinets, but only one who puts customer service first! Quality control starts and ends with me. If you are considering renovating your kitchen, please give me a call for a free consultation and estimate. I cover within a 200 mile radius from downtown Kansas City. Additional email - [email protected].

"Renovation Pros KC recently completely refaced my entire kitchen with incredible results. Chad Stock came out to our home twice with samples, and really spent time with me to ensure the finished product would be exactly what I wanted. I felt extremely comfortable with his work crew in my home, and they cleaned up daily before they left. The job was done on time, and to my extreme satisfaction. Chad even recommended some inexpensive design changes that made a world of difference to the look and efficiency of my kitchen. He was able to work around my existing granite counters and tile backsplash. My new cabinet doors are thick, solid quality wood with a beautiful finish. The drawers were completely replaced with larger drawers that slide closed silently. An unused wine rack in the old cabinets was converted to additional, hidden storage with cabinet doors. The huge light box over the island was removed, and the island cabinets were stained a contrasting luscious dark chocolate. The old, outdated Golden Oak is gone! My husband and I could not be happier with the value and quality of our new kitchen! The pictures attached to this review are Before & After. The light, golden oak is before, and the gorgeous cherry cabinets are the finished product. I attended the Home Show and researched several companies with quotes before choosing Renovation Pros KC. The kitchen is the heart of my home, and results were incredibly important to me. I'm glad I chose this company to work with."

Karen W on November 2018


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A.B. May Heating, A/C, Plumbing & Electrical

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A.B. May Heating, A/C, Plumbing & Electrical

4.68(
1,164
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Aleda and Bill Posladek are the founders of A.B. May. They purchased May Furnace Company in 1959. They renamed it A.B. May A for Aleda and B for Bill and set out to offer Kansas City comfort and top quality service with a few employees and four trucks. Over the years we have expanded to offer Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, Electrical, and Appliance repair services. In the mid-1970’s we pioneered one of the first homeowner warranties in the industry. Today, we give thousands of Kansas City homeowners a plan for home repairs through our Home Warranties for home buyers and our Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Value service plans. In the nearly 60 years since our business began, we have grown to employ more than 275 people and taken care of thousands of home repair needs for our friends and neighbors that call Kansas City home. Visit us at https://abmay.com/

"I have had a home warranty plan with ABMay for several years and always get great service. Today Joshua White did my annual plumbing inspection and when I mentioned I'd be getting new toilets soon he let me know of the wonderful credit I had and the next thing I knew...he installed my 2 new toilets in record time today at a great price. He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and answered all my questions( tolerated my puppy)as well as gave me information. Once again I'm very satisfied with this company and their technicians."

Kathy S on December 2023

Aleda and Bill Posladek are the founders of A.B. May. They purchased May Furnace Company in 1959. They renamed it A.B. May A for Aleda and B for Bill and set out to offer Kansas City comfort and top quality service with a few employees and four trucks. Over the years we have expanded to offer Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, Electrical, and Appliance repair services. In the mid-1970’s we pioneered one of the first homeowner warranties in the industry. Today, we give thousands of Kansas City homeowners a plan for home repairs through our Home Warranties for home buyers and our Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Value service plans. In the nearly 60 years since our business began, we have grown to employ more than 275 people and taken care of thousands of home repair needs for our friends and neighbors that call Kansas City home. Visit us at https://abmay.com/

"I have had a home warranty plan with ABMay for several years and always get great service. Today Joshua White did my annual plumbing inspection and when I mentioned I'd be getting new toilets soon he let me know of the wonderful credit I had and the next thing I knew...he installed my 2 new toilets in record time today at a great price. He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and answered all my questions( tolerated my puppy)as well as gave me information. Once again I'm very satisfied with this company and their technicians."

Kathy S on December 2023


Midland Exteriors is a full service window, siding, door and guttering company. We utilize the best products and installation that are on the market. Midland Exteriors currently employees 11 reps and installers.


"I was extremely please with the work performed. The craftsmanship and attention detail was unbelievable. What i appreciated was the communication through out the process and the fact that Tom Saner always answered my phone calls day or night. They employ people who take pride in their craft and it shows in their work."

Carl J on October 2020

Remodeling and Design Firm Specializing in Bathroom, Kitchens, Basements, Room Additions, and Custom Build Jobs. Award winning.

"I was extremely please with the work performed. The craftsmanship and attention detail was unbelievable. What i appreciated was the communication through out the process and the fact that Tom Saner always answered my phone calls day or night. They employ people who take pride in their craft and it shows in their work."

Carl J on October 2020

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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.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

No rules state how much of a load-bearing wall can be removed. Rather, you need to adequately support any area that is removed. Support should always be added to as much wall area is being removed. Failing to support the area properly will result in structural damage.

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.

Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. 

Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.

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