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Wolverine Contracting
4.8(
76
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Serving Ann Arbor, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I contacted Wolverine Custom Painting in the spring to discuss my project. Doug came to my home and we walked through all of the tasks that needed to be done including pressure washing, making repairs, and painting/staining. He was very thorough and took the time to help me understand that there was more needed than I originally expected, especially due to how long it had been since the last painting/staining. I received his quote in a timely fashion and he was quick to answer the questions that I had. I understood when I signed the contract that I would need to wait until summer for the job to be completed. The job was started the end of July and took about a week and a half to complete. Doug and all of the workers were professional, friendly, and informative throughout the project. Because this company could provide a wide range of services, it made it easy for me. I was especially impressed by the work done to prepare the buildings for the staining/painting. Everyone was careful to work around the landscaping and kept the area clean each day. The quality of the final product is excellent - my home looks better than it ever has before. The cost was high but well worth the final results."
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+252

Response time4 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Powell's Home Improvement
4.9(
24
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Serving Ann Arbor, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Powell is a great carpenter and a very nice man. He repaired and replaced parts of my deck. He kept me informed at every step and was sure that I would like any changes or modifications. He completed the job in a very timely fashion. The deck looks wonderful!!"
Saddle color deck
All wood 38 foot x16 deck
Saline 6 foot high
Milan deck
16x48 deck woo deck with composite rail

+27

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Built to Last Construction, LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Ann Arbor, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tom and his crew rebuilt our composite deck in the June-July 2018 time frame. We could not be happier with the job. The Built To Last crew was very professional and definitely went the extra mile to ensure that the rebuilt deck was better than new. Everything is very secure and tight. During the construction, Tom made several suggestions to keep the price down while not compromising quality and our satisfaction. Tom provided price transparencies for all materials. Greatly appreciated! We would definitely use Tom and his crew again. Highly recommend Built To Last Construction. Just as a note... this was a very large deck with a great deal of work."
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10' X 16' deck
midway
10' X 16' deck
decking

+30

Response time5 hrs
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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DeckPeckers Custom Deck Builders
4.9(
21
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Serving Ann Arbor, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner of this company (Tim) is the nicest & honest contractor I have dealt with in years. He tore out the old deck a built a new one within agreed upon budget & time. He even did extras with no charge. Heâ s a good man Ed Randolph"
Trex Deck
Trex Deck
Trex Deck
Plymouth Project
Stairs

+5

Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Handyman Connection of Ann Arbor
4.6(
102
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Serving Ann Arbor, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Their painter, Mark, quoted the job and did all the work. He is a hard worker, is very knowledgeable, is a good communicator, and was a pleasure to have working in our house. The quality was excellent and was finished right on schedule. Mark even went above and beyond what we expected in a few areas. We were very pleased with the whole experience."
Decks & Porches
Decks & Porches
Decks & Porches
Decks & Porches
Decks & Porches

+21

Response time4 hrs
64 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Home Time Construction
4.5(
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Serving Ann Arbor, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Home Time was very helpful. Even before we contracted the company, Terry took the time to ensure the correct size and type of chimney cover was being installed."
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A wish your Heart made
A wish your Heart made
A wish your Heart made
A wish your Heart made

+9

Response time12 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Four Seasons Painting & Drywall
4.6(
38
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Serving Ann Arbor, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The company has remodeled my master bathroom with quality jobs recently. The technicians are very knowledgeable and experienced. The best part I like is the customer service. Whenever I call and no matter what I want to talk, I can get reply with all the information I need. When I asked for reconnecting one of the water lines, they spent a lot of extra effort to let it done in a timely manner."
Interior Painting
Painting
Painting
Painting
Painting

+5

Response time3 days
Response rate95%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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T & J Home Improvement, LLC
4.9(
9
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Serving Ann Arbor, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My wife and I have been working with Tony and his family for a couple of years now on various home improvement projects. Tony has completed several jobs for us, including building a new beautiful new deck and gazebo—with a roof underneath to create a dry storage area. I don’t write many reviews because I have high expectations when it comes to contractors, and most fall short in the little things that make a big difference. Tony is a rare exception. He consistently goes above and beyond to do what’s right for his customers, even when it takes extra time and effort. He’s a true craftsman—personable, detail-oriented, and collaborative. As others have noted, he works closely with you to develop a design that balances quality, functionality, and cost. Before you choose a contractor for your next home project, I strongly recommend sitting down with Tony—you’ll appreciate his skill, insight, and commitment to excellence."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+14

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Gary Eugene Davis, Jr.
4.2(
140
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Serving Ann Arbor, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gary communicated very well, which I think makes a huge difference when working with a new contractor for the first time. He was thorough in the job as well as with his communication. He completed the job in a very timely manner and was extremely trustworthy. He was honest when it came to pricing and the timeline in which he could finish the job. He offered suggestions for different looks of what I wanted and more cost-efficient ideas. It was an overall seamless process for me in terms of working with Gary, and I was beyond happy with the result of the project"
 Door sll installed
 Trim, Doors, Built In Shelves
 All Siding was restored with sanding equipment
 Small Kitchen with layout Plan
 Built in Tile Shower/Shelves

+101

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

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