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Simple Trim
5.0(
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Serving Raytown, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"Chad was very professional and such a breath of fresh air to work with. Communication was superb. He went above and beyond to ensure we were happy with his work and it was exactly what we wanted. We hired him to complete an accent wall. We wanted a board and batten with additional trim work to match other decorative moulding in our home so required making sure styles of moulding etc were cohesive as possible. He took the time to show us different ideas and possibilities for the area we were working on. Started the work exactly when we requested and completed the job very timely. Respectful of our home and when working out schedules. He kept the areas he was using clean and picked up while working and when the job was completed. We have other trim work we are going to be completing in our home and will use Chad again. His BID and final cost for project very fair and well priced."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate95%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NewLife Business Services
4.9(
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Serving Raytown, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"Donald gave me a very competitive quote on a deck repair and staining for a house I’m going to rent out. He gave a really reasonable quote, communicated the whole time, and finished up in 2 days. I cannot recommend him enough. I’ll be hiring him again for any deck repair and/or build needs."
Cedar Natural tone Oil 2 coats
Cleaned and Stained
Finished Product
2 Coat Stain Application
Staining of Deck and Fence

+166

Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C.P.R.
4.0(
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Serving Raytown, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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"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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Randy Wright Construction
4.8(
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Serving Raytown, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"Randy did a great job as the general contractor for the construction of our new church building in Archie, MO. Randy made sure the project was completed in a timely manner and the results were a beautiful and well-constructed building. We have had no issues and would hire Randy again in a second. Highly recommend."
Remodeling - General Project
Handyman Services Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+20

Response time2 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Imagine Restoration, LLC
4.9(
16
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Serving Raytown, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

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Emergency services offered

"My yard has never looked better, a friend recommended Imagine Restorations to me a few weeks ago, I called them and I find out that they are owned by a Dad and 2 sons, River and Ryan, who is can't brag on enough, super professional, on time and superb workmanship, they went over and beyond for us, we ended up going for a cedar picket shadow box fence, they even out bid a close friend of mine, they did all this in 2 days practically, the wood was delivered a day in a half late so they had to improvise, if you need a fence or need a fence repaired, call Ryan or River over at Imagine Restorations. RIVER- (816)598-7860 and RYAN (573)289-9721... you won't regret doing business with these guys."
Basement living room finished
New vanity and mirror
Finished Basement
Deck and Pergola
Basement living room finished

+90

Response time10 hrs
65 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Nathan & Ashlie's Monkey Services
5.0(
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Serving Raytown, MO and surrounding areas

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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

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Proper Murphy bed installation minimizes the risk of wall damage. A secure attachment requires making some holes for anchors or brackets, but these can be easily patched if the bed is removed. To ensure the installation is done correctly and safely, hiring a professional is recommended, especially if you have limited DIY experience.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

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.

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