Top-rated contractors.

Get matched with top contractors in Shelby, NE

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your contractor service project in Shelby, NE?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Verified Reviews for Contractor Service pros in Shelby, NE

*The Angi rating for Contractor Service companies in Shelby, NE is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Contractor Service needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Contractor Service companies in Shelby, NE is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Contractor Service needs.

Last update on June 22, 2026

Find Contractors in Shelby

Platte River Builders, LLC
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shelby, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!\n

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for Homemade Design
Homemade Design
3.7(
322
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shelby, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"I never contacted the provider or used this service in anyway. I have to
write this review so that the request to write this review stops
popping up.
The rating is bogus as it is required to be able to submit.
"
Pennsylvania Master Bathroom
Boston Small Condo Kitchen
California Client Saves with HMD Designer Discounts
Recommended by54%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Jill Seidner Interior Design
Jill Seidner Interior Design
3.5(
89
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shelby, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"They did a good job. She had to submit like a photo but my daughter had them work on the central are of the loft. The deal was for one room. She got a lot of good ideal from her and it was worth it for her. They were professional and I did not hear anything negative."
Recommended by55%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for 'The Carpenter'
'The Carpenter'
5.0(
4
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shelby, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"Tim arrived early and completed the job (1200 sq ft of trim) expeditiously without concern. The finish product turned out better than expected. He was respectful of our residence and cleaned up afterwards. He has effective communication skills and friendly. Would easily hire Tim again!"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Midwest Sunrooms and Outdoor Living
Midwest Sunrooms and Outdoor Living
4.6(
9
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shelby, NE and surrounding areas

"This business did an absolutely outstanding job on the removal and replacement of our patio cover! Greg and Ted were a joy to work with. Highly knowledgeable of the project, hard working, punctual, great workmanship, respectful and always willing to stop and address our questions and requests. All in all, one of the best contractor's we have had the pleasure to meet and work with. Highly recommend them!"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+27

Recommended by87%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Anointed Power
Anointed Power
2.5(
27
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Shelby, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

"These guys did all that I wanted at a great price. I've read the reviews and contracted with them. They are insured and bonded and licences. VERY FRIENDLY GUYS."
cleaning and trash out
cleaning and trash out
cleaning and trash out
cleaning and trash out
cleaning and trash out

+136

Recommended by70%of homeowners
Request Quote
Showing 1-10 of 16
Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

To calculate the number of linear feet of baseboard you’ll need, measure the length of each wall of the room you’re installing them in as close to the floor as possible, rounding up to the next full linear foot. If it’s your first DIY molding job, having a few extra feet on hand for miscuts is a good idea.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

The Shelby, NE homeowners’ guide to contractor services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles