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Avatar for Blue Sky Contractors LLC
Blue Sky Contractors LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Exceptional work, attention to detail, and excellent recommendations on the best approach to the project. I 100% would hire Blue Sky Contractor’s again!"
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Landson Construction
4.8(
37
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Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Amazing job. The workmanship so good to match the existing wall and blend so it’s not a noticeable repair. Many neighbors have stopped by and commented on the good job. We were impressed with this contractor’s excellent communication. I would hire them again for any work we need done here at our home."
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells
Concrete Driveways Project
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells
Concrete Driveways Project
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells

+14

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Great River Builders & Remodelers LLC
Great River Builders & Remodelers LLC
4.7(
24
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Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Both jobs were done exceptionally well with great attention to detail. He and his crew were professional and courteous. The job was completed on the day they said it would be done, even a little sooner. Will definitely hire again for our next project."
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+2

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Foley Construction LLC
Foley Construction LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joe Foley is an excellent contractor who was very helpful and responsive to all my questions. He also was very polite and thankful for our business. Kind of rare today."
Custom Stained Deck with Metal Railing
Tile Bathroom
Custom Stone Exterior Update
Custom Border for Composite Deck
Tile Bathroom Custom Shower

+19

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Art Quality Renovations Corp.
Art Quality Renovations Corp.
4.4(
68
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Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Project of demo old deck and build a new to the same plan did not get started until late November. There were periodic weeks during the winter that did not allow for any work. The company owner/manager(Ivan) kept us informed of the status. The quality of workmanship was very good and followed the city inspection. Project that was over 15K came in at the bid price."
Response time10 mins
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Greiner & Sons LLC
Greiner & Sons LLC
4.6(
8
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Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jeff was excellent to work with and we're very happy with the results. He took multiple steps to ensure rooms were always cleaned up daily, used floor protection, and gladly worked through any adjustment requests we had during the project."
Kick Cabin
Kick Cabin
Kick Cabin
Kick Cabin
Kick Cabin

+3

Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
JAG Contracting
5.0(
2
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Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Joe and his team did a fantastic job with our roof on our home and garage and did so on time and within our budget. Joe also completed some siding work that was in need of repair and went above and beyond to make sure we were completely satisfied. I highly recommend Joe to my family and friends for any exterior work that needs to be completed!"
Response time3 days
Response rate91%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Hata Home Solutions Inc
Hata Home Solutions Inc
5.0(
1
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Serving Elk River, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had a great experience with Hata Home Solutions Inc. Vlad and his team handled my project with professionalism, courtesy and understanding. These guys know what they’re doing and they’re the best at what they do. Can’t recommend Hata Home Solutions enough!"
Tonka windows and siding
Tonka windows and siding
Tonka windows and siding
Windows
Window

+25

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

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