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Avatar for Mcculley's Custom Carpentry LLC
Mcculley's Custom Carpentry LLC
5.0(
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Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Was the lead on our very complicated siding job. When he went out on his own we hired him to build a porch, deck, and a walkway. He has also repaired a window job botched by someone else."
Stairs
Manistee Bathroom Remodel
Glen Arbor Beach House
Beach House Kitchen
All Tile Bathroom

+151

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Diamondwood Inc
5.0(
11
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Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Dave was a really great builder for us. The work is impeccable and he provided valuable insights and recommendations about our plans. I have already recommended Dave to several friends. Overall, the best experience we’ve ever had with a builder (and there have been many!)"
Perch Lake  Major Remodel & Addition 2021
Bathroom Remodel
Bowers Harbor Stone Farmhouse Remodel
Interior Woodwork
Lake LeeLanau 2021-2022

+915

Response time6 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North Creek Construction & Renovation
5.0(
5
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Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had NorthCreek Construction out for a basement remodel and we're very please. Kirk, the owner was an overall good dude and made sure his crew was punctual and tidy. The basement turned out beautiful!"
Peninsula Ceiling and Fireplace
Before
Before
Master Bathroom Tile
Cultured Stone Jobs

+22

Response time4 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Certified Roofing and Exteriors, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

With over 10 years in business and our dedicated team, we focus on doing the job right the first time. We specialize in Roofing, Siding, Decking, and Pergolas. We use high‑quality materials and never cut corners, taking the time to ensure every detail meets our standards—and yours. Your satisfaction truly matters to us, and we don’t consider the job done until you’re 100% happy with the results. If you’re looking for dependable, professional work on your home’s exterior, reach out today for a FREE quote or to discuss your project.\n\n

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Wood Decking
Wood Decking
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Timeless Window Cleaning, LLC
4.3(
6
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Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did an incredible job washing my home and windows. Took 10 years off the age. 3 story home and the price was very reasonable. Can't recommend them enough"
Dirty and slippery steps
Mid wash
Cleaning the main deck
Dry stage
Stained

+55

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.3(
21
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Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

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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."
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Darrow Property Management
5.0(
11
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Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"Alex went above and beyond in helping us with our many Home Improvement needs! We've also had him do wonderful work at our rentals and workspace. He's a little expensive, but he does great work... He showed up promptly and always cleaned up so as you wouldn't even of known he was there. He's very knowledgeable, and we use him now for all of our Property Management needs."
Handymen Project
Plumbing Project
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Handymen Project

+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North West Home Solutions LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Cedar, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"North West Home Solutions did Excellent Work on our home!! I am Very Pleased with their recent work on our roof! They did exactly what was needed. Our roof and chimney has been sealed off to stop the water damage and they have completely fixed our interior ceilings from the damage caused. I would Highly recommend them."
Remodeling - General Project
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

If the bowing basement wall is less than 2 inches, steel or carbon fiber straps are the best solution. For bowing that is more than 2 inches, wall anchors are the most effective. A contractor can help you decide the best method of repair for your home's foundation and also address the root cause of the trouble.

Proper Murphy bed installation minimizes the risk of wall damage. A secure attachment requires making some holes for anchors or brackets, but these can be easily patched if the bed is removed. To ensure the installation is done correctly and safely, hiring a professional is recommended, especially if you have limited DIY experience.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

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.

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