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Q: Is it okay to drill into a load-bearing beam?

• <div><p>You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it&rsquo;s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that&rsquo;s safe to use.</p></div>

Q: Do services include blade sharpening?

• <div><p>Yes, many repair services include blade sharpening as part of the maintenance package.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between a joist and a beam in a basement?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/joist-vs-beam.htm">Joists and beams</a> 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.</p></div>

Q: Can I cope crown molding with an angle grinder?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t have a coping saw, you can use an angle grinder to cope crown molding, but it takes a little more precision. Place your molding down on your workbench, angle the grinder at a 45-degree angle toward the molding, and back cut the wood. You&rsquo;ll need to carefully angle your grinder to accommodate the curves in the wood, and aim to remove around 1 inch from the profile of the molding. </p></div>

Q: Can you cut baseboards without using a miter saw?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t have a power saw with a blade where you can adjust the angle, you could use a miter box and hand saw to make the cuts. The miter box contains wide slots to support the piece of baseboard and other narrow slots to accommodate the blade of the hand saw. However, it&rsquo;s tough to make non-standard cuts beyond 30 or 45 degrees when using a miter box.</p></div>

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Last update on March 25, 2026

Reviewed in March 2026
Jeff and his crew did a phenomenal job landscaping our yard. They were very professional. Jeff made wonderful recommendations and it turned out beautiful. Highly recommend!!
Legacy Pro Lawn Care, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2026
Did good and efficient work. Would recommend them to anyone to do work.
D & G Construction and Remodeling, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2024
Matt Phillips was great to work with and very knowledgeable about what we needed. I would recommend using them to everyone.
Comfort Kings Southeast Missouri
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Reviewed in May 2024
Move with a purpose will make sure your move is the way you need it. I've seen Oliver, who is also a fellow paramedic, work EMS 24+ hours. Then get off work and move a home 24+ hours to make sure his customers were taken care of. Definitely the right movers to choose.
A Move With A Purpose
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Reviewed in March 2024
Very friendly and did a wonderful job with the yard and flower bed getting rid of weeds etc!
Bumble Bee Lawn Service
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Reviewed in January 2024
This company is top notch. Vary experienced workers and will complete job to a very high standard of quality. They have a wide range of skills that can get any job done at a great price rate.
HeartLand Dirt Works, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2023
They did a great job they was quick had my roof done in a day and at a good price I talked to so many roofers trying to find a good one that could not only do a good job but not price gauged me they came in did a estimate and gave me a r good price talked to me with respect was able to get me...
Martinez Restoration
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Reviewed in October 2022
Excellent company! Good work and efficient!
Pates Construction
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Reviewed in June 2022
Very professional and did work well.
JB's Welding Service
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Reviewed in March 2022
Great professional job. I’ll definitely recommend them.
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Infinite Repair

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Serving Bloomfield, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Also doing fences, gates and doors"

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Response rate86%

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YARBRO EXTERIOR HOME RENOVATION LLC

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Serving Bloomfield, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Warranties offered

"I contacted Yarbrough Exterior to replace new windows in my mom’s home in Sikeston. This crew of young men are clean cut, mild mannered and professional. Communications with John was always easy, consistent and timely. We have several more projects we will be using them to complete!"

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Serving Bloomfield, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Small jobs welcome

"Very professional! Reasonable with cost and time efficient! Very detailed oriented and beat the price of other two contractors! Highly recommend"

Response time2 days

Response rate86%

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Serving Bloomfield, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"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."

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Roberson Hands

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Serving Bloomfield, MO and surrounding areas

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New contracting company but experience in residential, commercial, and industrial. Aiming for high quality

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Mueller Contracting LLC

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Serving Bloomfield, MO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

We are a small, family based company that provides excellent communication, and excellent work. We have a high attention to detail. We would be appreciative of your work. We have been in the construction industry for 20 years. We can provide select demolition, small structural demolition, and clean up services.

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Sharp Homes

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Serving Bloomfield, MO and surrounding areas

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I have 10 years of experience in rough framing carpentry. I do decks, basement framing, full home framing, etc. I promise high quality at the lowest price. Give me a call at 3145415667

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Berger's Table Pad Factory

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Serving Bloomfield, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

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"price is better other places magnets do not work keeping panels connected"

Recommended by93%of homeowners

Serving Bloomfield, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

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"quality is always excellent. Delivery has always been on time. this is the third time I have used Arkansas wood door"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Rafter K Home Solution

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Serving Bloomfield, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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"He was professional and very helpful and did a FANTASTIC job. He was affordable, and friendly and gave me advice on other things in my house. I definatly recommend him , and would use him for other projects :)"

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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Yes, many repair services include blade sharpening as part of the maintenance package.

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.

If you don’t have a coping saw, you can use an angle grinder to cope crown molding, but it takes a little more precision. Place your molding down on your workbench, angle the grinder at a 45-degree angle toward the molding, and back cut the wood. You’ll need to carefully angle your grinder to accommodate the curves in the wood, and aim to remove around 1 inch from the profile of the molding.

If you don’t have a power saw with a blade where you can adjust the angle, you could use a miter box and hand saw to make the cuts. The miter box contains wide slots to support the piece of baseboard and other narrow slots to accommodate the blade of the hand saw. However, it’s tough to make non-standard cuts beyond 30 or 45 degrees when using a miter box.

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