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Diamondwood Inc
5.0(
11
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Dave, once again, did a fantastic job. I live in a small old, old house and he tackled all the problems that come with working on a house that is tight on space and just plain crooked with ease. He's great at answering questions and trying to help you find solutions to problems that aren't even on his list of "to-dos". He doesn't just care about getting the job done he cares about the person or family in the home as if it was his own family. If you are looking to renovate a preexisting space, Diamondwood is your team."
Perch Lake  Major Remodel & Addition 2021
Bathroom Remodel
Bowers Harbor Stone Farmhouse Remodel
Interior Woodwork
Lake LeeLanau 2021-2022

+915

Response time6 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North Creek Construction & Renovation
4.4(
7
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

""We hired them to transform an unfinished 14-foot by 26-foot space above our garage into a multi-functional room for the whole family. From start to finish, Kirk and his team of skilled professionals including electricians, drywallers, painters, flooring specialists, and HVAC technicians demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and a clear commitment to high-quality craftsmanship.Everyone on the crew was punctual, professional, and dependable, earning our trust throughout the entire project. They also took great care to leave the workspace clean and organized at the end of each day, which we truly appreciated.We highly recommend them for any project, big or small. Their workmanship, reliability, and professionalism are outstanding.""
Peninsula Ceiling and Fireplace
Before
Before
Master Bathroom Tile
Cultured Stone Jobs

+22

Response time4 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Beman Builders LLC
4.2(
30
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have been using Beman Builders and Joe Beman for a number of years now and a number of projects from a remodel of a Victorian home with 4 bathrooms and a monster kitchen. Recently, Joe built an Art Studio for my wife. Joe is the best builder in this area because he pays attention to detail. He will submit and bid and stick to it rather than nickel and dime you like a lot of contractors in this area. He is courteous and a nice guy. He works quickly and the job site is ALWAYS cleaned up every evening before Joe leaves. Any attempt to hire another contractor other than Joe would just be a waste of money and time."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Darrow Property Management
5.0(
11
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"Alex did an excellent job and would certainly use his services in the future. He always stayed in contact throughout the project and was very prompt with answering in questions that came up. Would highly recommend Alex for whatever handyman projects you might be challenged with!"
Handymen Project
Plumbing Project
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Handymen Project

+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"I never contacted the provider or used this service in anyway. I have to
write this review so that the request to write this review stops
popping up.
The rating is bogus as it is required to be able to submit.
"
Pennsylvania Master Bathroom
Boston Small Condo Kitchen
California Client Saves with HMD Designer Discounts
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Jill Seidner Interior Design
3.5(
89
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"They did a good job. She had to submit like a photo but my daughter had them work on the central are of the loft. The deal was for one room. She got a lot of good ideal from her and it was worth it for her. They were professional and I did not hear anything negative."
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Aspen Contracting Inc of Michigan
4.3(
18
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I "Goggled" Aspen Contracting before I decided to have them do the work on my house. I was open minded because I know how some of the negative online reviews can go. But after meeting with Michael & Sean at Aspen Contracting, talking with a few previous customers, I was confident I was making the right choice. My roofing project went off without a hitch. I have NEVER seen a project like that come together so smoothly! Their customer service and attention to detail that these folks have is just what I was looking for.I will be recommending Aspen Contracting to everyone!!"
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+73

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Brent's Home Restoration And New Construction
4.8(
5
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They have been amazing with my 100 year old house making look god and have done many jobs. They have done an excellent job. They have done some really nice upgrades. I have dealt with them for over 8 years. He is the only contractor that I have gone back to repeatedly. Brent is my go to guy."
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

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