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Avatar for Residential Solutions
Residential Solutions
4.7(
118
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Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Like all homeowners finding a competent contractor is difficult. I recently had my home exterior painted and requested a bid from my prior painter and a new company that I found advertised in the Johnson County Home Magazine. Craig Anderson, Residential Solutions, (who I had not met previously) met me at my home and did a very thorough review of my project. He identified damage areas in the siding and trim boards that needed to be addressed. His bid provided details on each of the proposed repairs and on the paint project. He answered all my questions about the type of paint and the repairs. Craig was on the job site a portion of each of the work days. The entire project (minus the earlier siding power spray) was completed in 3 days. His crew also had to work around the gutter project that was being installed at the same time. The crew was hard working and respectful of my property."
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+15

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Simple Trim KC, LLC
5.0(
25
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Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Chad with Simple Trim to install shiplap on our coffered ceiling (very tedious work I might add), and it turned out so nice. I absolutely love it. Chad is very detailed and will make sure he knows exactly how you want things to be installed. He is quick to respond to text and always lets you know of any delays. He respected our home and was very careful when moving items in and out of the house. I highly recommend Chad and hope to have him back to do some more trim work."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate95%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Handyman of Lees Summit, Raymore and Grandview
4.8(
128
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Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Johnny from Mr. Handyman came out to give an estimate on adjusting our front door frame. After looking it over, he said he had the time to complete the job then and got everything fixed up in a very short time. He was great to deal with, and the work was just what we needed."
Porch Ceiling Fans
Bridge Project
Backyard fence
Gutter repair
Ceiling Drywall

+12

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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C.P.R.
4.0(
250
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Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matthew did numerous projects for me. Built me an entire new fence to replace an old one, repaired an aging deck, and repaired my lawn shed. Work was done in a timely manner, work was very well done. I highly recommend CPR to anyone needing projects done well and priced fairly. Will hire Matthew again."
bathroom addition
 deck stain
Leawood KS groudrough
 tear out old shower
 old ramp

+334

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Decker Service Professionals
4.5(
57
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Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeffrey from Decker Service Professionals did an outstanding job. He was clean, quick and very good. After he was done, he cleaned up after himself. I am very pleased. I would use Jeffrey again for my next project."
During repair
Exterior after staining
Attaching a new exterior rim joist
Discolored and faded due to weather and sun
Deck detached from inside rim joist.

+66

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Imagine Restoration, LLC
4.9(
16
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Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn’t be happier with the cedar steps Imagine Restoration installed in my back garden. They did a great job removing the broken, rotting deck and replaced it with a custom-built set of steps that fit the space perfectly. They even accommodated wider treads for added safety, which made a real difference. They helped me get through the HOA approval with detailed plans, delivered the highest quality craftsmanship, and stuck to a budget that felt more than fair. The end result is beautiful, practical, and built to last. I’d gladly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality work."
Basement living room finished
New vanity and mirror
Finished Basement
Deck and Pergola
Basement living room finished

+90

Response time10 hrs
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Four Seasons Landscaping & Hardscaping LLC
4.9(
64
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Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David did a good job for me. He did exactly what we agreed on. Installed grasses and shrubs and put rock down. Also installed pavers. His company is professional and very easy to work with. I would highly recommend Four Seasons Landscaping & Hardscaping LLC"
Paver patio, retaining walls and columns
Patio walls and columns?
patio with pavers
Concrete steps and retaining wall
Concrete steps and retaining wall

+86

Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

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. 

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

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