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Avatar for Mcculley's Custom Carpentry LLC
Mcculley's Custom Carpentry LLC
5.0(
17
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Serving Traverse City, 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 rate98%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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North Creek Construction & Renovation
4.4(
7
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Serving Traverse City, 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Keystone Contracting LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ezekiel has done many home improvement projects for us over the past few years. Heâ s very easy to work with and has offered great solutions for our many various remodeling projects that weâ ve hired him to do. He communicates well, works hard and completes his projects on time. His attention to detail is unmatched and his craftsmanship is outstanding! We would recommend Ezekiel with Keystone Contracting to anyone who needs any projects done. You wonâ t be disappointed!"
New Deck
New deck
New deck
Old deck
New Deck

+33

Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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KIDRON CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated business committed to providing exceptional service, quality workmanship, and honest communication on every project we undertake. Our experienced team takes pride in delivering customized solutions tailored specifically to meet each client's unique needs. We value integrity and reliability, ensuring every job is completed to your satisfaction. Our goal is to build lasting relationships with our customers through consistency, professionalism, and outstanding results. Let us show you why homeowners continually choose us as their trusted service provider.\n

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Timeless Window Cleaning, LLC
4.3(
6
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elevated Custom Builders
2.3(
31
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

"Very professional, very neat with equipment and cleaned up each day. Very timely. Very pleased with their competence and service."
blue heron
exterior fireplace
hickory floor
blue heron
exterior fireplace

+6

Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Darrow Property Management
5.0(
11
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Serving Traverse City, 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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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

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