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Last update on October 31, 2026

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Avatar for Renew Crew Contracting, LLC
Renew Crew Contracting, LLC
4.8(
241
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Renew crew knocked it out of the park and exceeded expectations! They built a fence and a deck for us. We ran into a couple of unexpected costs when removing the old deck of some rotting wood on the house. They fixed that as well and did not price gouge us at all. They also replaced a window and built a retaining wall that tied into our project perfectly! They were quick, and very efficient, but did not sacrifice quality. Chris, the carpenter is exceptional! I worked construction for over a decade and have not seen a carpenter as good as Chris! Rob the owner was a pleasure to work with. Very knowledgeable in his field and had great vision. I seriously don’t think we could’ve found a better company to build our project. They also beat out other competitive bids and started within the week. We love our new deck and fence. Again we are blown away by the quality and attention to detail."
Custom Cedar Pergola and Composite Deck
Front yard at our office / shop
Deck Stain and Seal
Cedar lap sided home stained and sealed
Backyard makeover

+91

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
94 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NewLife Business Services
4.9(
48
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work done on our deck exceeded my expectations. Donald even helped get the heavy items off the deck before he started."
Cedar Natural tone Oil 2 coats
Cleaned and Stained
Finished Product
2 Coat Stain Application
Staining of Deck and Fence

+188

Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C.P.R.
4.0(
252
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing work done by Matt and his team. Would hire this company again in a heartbeat and will recommend them to friends"
bathroom addition
deck stain
Leawood KS groudrough
tear out old shower
old ramp

+334

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Noble Design & Build
5.0(
15
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Carpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCloset - Build+1 more

Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Prompt, attentive, custom doors and great value. Extremely professional! Would definitely use again and recommend this contractor."
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Bunyar Contracting
Bunyar Contracting
4.7(
27
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+3 more

Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, prompt and very pleased with the finished product which was repairing my front porch , would definitely hire again"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Nathan & Ashlie's Monkey Services
Nathan & Ashlie's Monkey Services
5.0(
43
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are using Nathan & Ashley’s Monkey service for several jobs, trimming shrubs , cleaning building and windows. There work is quick & reasonable. They are quick to respond to your needs. They are also friendly , personable and professional."
gutter cleaning
gutter cleaning
landscape cloth
landscape cloth
landscape cloth

+133

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MILHOLLAND CONTRACTING
5.0(
9
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"GREAT experience. Will hire John again in a minute to help with any project!"
Martin House
Martin House
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Avatar for Simple Trim KC, LLC
Simple Trim KC, LLC
5.0(
30
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a great experience working with Chad having an antique buffet refinish. He was very easy to work with and I was very pleased with the finished product."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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T&O Contractors
5.0(
12
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom

Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Combination wood & Metal Fence. Great workmanship, punctually and professional workers."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Woodworking FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Hiring a woodworker can be expensive, depending on the job, but it’s very often well worth the investment. Woodworkers are able to provide custom pieces of furniture and handmade construction to present a finished product that is exactly to your specifications. If you have a specific vision for a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture or home feature, the cost of hiring a professional woodworker is worthwhile. Plus, you’ll often get a higher quality product than what you could buy in stores for a fraction of the price.

Yes, Corian® and other solid surface countertops can be cut with standard woodworking tools like a circular saw or a jigsaw, but using the correct blade is crucial for the best results.

The recommended blade is a tungsten carbide-tipped blade, often called a solid-surface planer or triple chip grind blade. This type of blade is hard enough to cut through the material effectively. For a jigsaw, a fine-tooth down-cutting blade should be used.

It is important to note that a diamond blade is not necessary. Diamond blades are designed for harder materials like natural stone, concrete, or brick, and Corian is not a natural stone.

Using blades designed for wood is not recommended as they can cause microfractures that weaken the countertop's edges. While a tungsten carbide blade provides a much cleaner cut, the resulting edge will still be rough and must be sanded and smoothed to prevent microfractures from developing over time.

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.

No, you do not usually tip a carpenter for their work. However, if you’ve been very happy with the level of service and quality of work, a 10% to 20% tip would likely be accepted with thanks. If you’re not sure, it can help to discuss the carpenter’s policy or preference for tipping before beginning the project.

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