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Avatar for Renew Crew Contracting, LLC
Renew Crew Contracting, LLC
4.8(
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Merriam, KS and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Renew crew knocked it out of the park and exceeded expectations! They built a fence and a deck for us. We ran into a couple of unexpected costs when removing the old deck of some rotting wood on the house. They fixed that as well and did not price gouge us at all. They also replaced a window and built a retaining wall that tied into our project perfectly! They were quick, and very efficient, but did not sacrifice quality. Chris, the carpenter is exceptional! I worked construction for over a decade and have not seen a carpenter as good as Chris! Rob the owner was a pleasure to work with. Very knowledgeable in his field and had great vision. I seriously don’t think we could’ve found a better company to build our project. They also beat out other competitive bids and started within the week. We love our new deck and fence. Again we are blown away by the quality and attention to detail."
Custom Cedar Pergola and Composite Deck
Front yard at our office / shop
Deck Stain and Seal
Cedar lap sided home stained and sealed
Backyard makeover

+91

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Simple Trim KC, LLC
Simple Trim KC, LLC
5.0(
28
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Merriam, KS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Chad with Simple Trim to install shiplap on our coffered ceiling (very tedious work I might add), and it turned out so nice. I absolutely love it. Chad is very detailed and will make sure he knows exactly how you want things to be installed. He is quick to respond to text and always lets you know of any delays. He respected our home and was very careful when moving items in and out of the house. I highly recommend Chad and hope to have him back to do some more trim work."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NewLife Business Services
4.9(
48
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Merriam, KS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had them build a wheelchair ramp on the end of our porch. They were very careful to make sure the ramp would work for my wheelchair. They also made sure they cleaned everything up when the project was done."
Cedar Natural tone Oil 2 coats
Cleaned and Stained
Finished Product
2 Coat Stain Application
Staining of Deck and Fence

+188

Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C.P.R.
4.0(
252
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Merriam, KS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matthew did numerous projects for me. Built me an entire new fence to replace an old one, repaired an aging deck, and repaired my lawn shed. Work was done in a timely manner, work was very well done. I highly recommend CPR to anyone needing projects done well and priced fairly. Will hire Matthew again."
bathroom addition
 deck stain
Leawood KS groudrough
 tear out old shower
 old ramp

+334

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Four Seasons Landscaping & Hardscaping LLC
4.9(
69
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Merriam, KS and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David and his crew provided excellent service. They created a gravel pad for a storage shed and it looks amazing. They were reasonably priced and completed the work within 24 hours once the bid was accepted. I will definitely use Four Seasons for future projects."
Paver patio, retaining walls and columns
Patio walls and columns?
patio with pavers
Concrete steps and retaining wall
Concrete steps and retaining wall

+86

Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Donigan Construction
4.8(
31
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Merriam, KS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh did an excellent job! He arrived when he said he would and worked until dusk each day to get the work completed in the time frame promised for a reasonable amount. We have already recommended him and will do so again."
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Handyman Services Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+73

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

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.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

To calculate the number of linear feet of baseboard you’ll need, measure the length of each wall of the room you’re installing them in as close to the floor as possible, rounding up to the next full linear foot. If it’s your first DIY molding job, having a few extra feet on hand for miscuts is a good idea.

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.

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