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Avatar for Mcculley's Custom Carpentry LLC
Mcculley's Custom Carpentry LLC
5.0(
17
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+5 more

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

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 rate99%
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Diamondwood Inc
5.0(
12
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Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Beautiful work replacing our ceilings with shiplap as well as a wall in our livingroom. Put in LVP flooring in all of our rooms as well as stairs. Exceptional trim work. We are very pleased with the results that exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend!"
Perch Lake Major Remodel & Addition 2021
Bathroom Remodel
Bowers Harbor Stone Farmhouse Remodel
Interior Woodwork
Lake LeeLanau 2021-2022

+917

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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McCulley's Custom Carpentry LLC
5.0(
17
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Carpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 15 years of industry experience. We do everything from rough framing and siding to putting in flooring and cabinets but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other Home Improvement projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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North Creek Construction & Renovation
4.4(
7
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Closet - Build

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Northcreek construction to completely renovate my summer cabin in Cedar MI. Can not complain about any part of the process. Very professional, easy going and willing to listen and answer questions."
Peninsula Ceiling and Fireplace
Before
Before
Master Bathroom Tile
Cultured Stone Jobs

+22

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
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Elevated Custom Builders
2.3(
31
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - Install

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

"John showed up on time and did a great job. He cleaned up and left a neat jobsite."
blue heron
exterior fireplace
hickory floor
blue heron
exterior fireplace

+6

Response time2 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Arkansas Wood Doors
5.0(
8
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Closet - BuildCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent work. We purchased natural cherry cabinets in shaker style, with the panels made of solid wood rather than veneer. That is more difficult work, as each panel has to be constructed from several planks. Moreover, the clear finish would leave any flaws more visible. Simply put, the doors are beautiful--flawless in both construction and finish. They are similar in quality to custom cherry furniture we own."
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+1

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wolfpack Building and Development LLC
5.0(
6
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+7 more

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely excellent workmanship. We are the envy of the neighborhood. Our township inspector was impressed as well. Would gladly use Ron again. Price was fair work was done on time regardless of difficult construction challenges."
9-tier Cedar deck
New build
Kitchen
Custom deck, doorwalls
Remodel

+81

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Higher Earth
4.7(
11
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Dependable skilled team Definitely kept an eye on cost while delivering our rebuilt beach wall Did a great job and left the site clean"
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects

+16

Response time4 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Labor plays a significant role in the installation of butcher block countertops. Depending on who you hire, your location, the customization level of the project, and whether the wood is already finished, you may pay a professional between $10 and $150 per square foot to install a butcher block countertop. On average, expect the per-hour price to run between $60 and $100.

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.

Joists and beams are both part of the flooring system above your basement, with the beams spanning the length of your home and getting support from vertical posts underneath, and joists usually spanning half the width of your home with no support posts underneath. The floor joists provide even support to the subflooring and flooring above, and they distribute that load to the beams. The beams then distribute that load down through the support posts to the foundation.

There are several mistakes you should avoid when using butcher block countertops. Don't place hot pots or pans directly on the surface, as this can crack the wood and cause permanent damage. Avoid leaving wet items sitting on the surface, and wipe up liquids as soon as possible to avoid stains.

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

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