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Oregon Valley Construction LLC
4.9(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Independence, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My experience with Oregon Valley construction LLC was excellent. Unfortunately they were unable to do my project because I had an ordering issue on my end and did not receive my patio set. Very friendly and professional."
Response time5 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Willow Maze Construction
5.0(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Independence, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Grady is a perfectionist. He is courteous, always on time, sends a text to let us know when he will arrive and most importantly, he does excellent work to a fault. We will hire Grady for any future work we might need, whether carpentry, tile or just about anything. If you want someone you can trust and has reasonable prices for the work, Grady is your man. We could not have chosen a better person for our project."
Fencing
Fencing
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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D & N Colors Painting, LLC
5.0(
22
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Independence, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very hard workers showed up on time not only did what was on the estimate but did some other things for free . Would definitely hire them again and this spring or summer they will paint the outside of my home . Was very impressed with their work ."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Heritage Hill
5.0(
16
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Custom Cabinets - BuildFurniture - Build Custom

Serving Independence, OR and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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Warranties offered

"Josiah was quick to respond to our request to repair our kitchen drawers. Once on the job, he was very competent and courteous. All the repairs we needed were completed in the 90 minutes he was here. We would definitely hire him again."
Lift top coffee table
Kitchen Wall 1
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Kitchen Wall 1
Lift top

+24

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bennett Home Solutions LLC
4.9(
16
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Closet - Build

Serving Independence, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We can’t believe our good fortune getting connected with Jeff. He is knowledgeable, experienced, and extremely competent with excellent work ethic and results for every possible handyman job. Electrical, woodworking, general construction, absolutely everything done perfectly and beyond reproach. We will hire him for every possible job we need done in the future He helped remodel a Mountain cabin for us. He did all of the jobs preparing our Portland home for sale which sold cash to the first person that came in the door largely due to Jeff’s work. I could have hundreds of pictures, but we’ll just include the dock that he built for us in a mountain lake east of Pendleton, Oregon.."
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Handyman Services Project

+5

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Ditgen Construction, LLC
5.0(
8
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Carport (Wood) - BuildCarpentry Framing - Install

Serving Independence, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The Ditgen crew was great and the work done was amazing! The finished tub and tile work was stunning. The crew showed up on time every day and were polite and respectful. At the end of each day they went out of their way to clean up. They answered every question and seemed so knowledgeable about the work they were doing. I would recommend Ditgen to anyone who is looking for work, no matter the size of the job! You wonâ t be disappointed!"
Response time5 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elm Construction Services, Inc.
4.3(
32
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Independence, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We reached out to Elm Construction following a friend’s recommendation. Our contact was Tommy, who supported us throughout the project, making sure we were aligned at every step. He also helped us stay within our initial budget for the kitchen remodeling and ensured everything was delivered on time, as agreed. Thank you, Tommy and the Elm Construction team! We can’t wait for our next project together!"
GAF Roof Installation
GAF Roof Installation
GAF Roof Installation
GAF Roof Installation
GAF Roof Installation

+27

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
763 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Woodworking questions, 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.

You don’t need a cutting board. In fact, cutting is the original purpose of butcher block countertops. That said, wood is porous and can harbor germs. You’ll need to clean your countertop thoroughly after use. Knives can also scratch the surface. This adds to the patina of the wood, but not everyone likes the look—in which case, you may want to use a cutting board.

Floor joists provide support and stability to the flooring installed above them, whether it be hardwood, tile, or carpet. They’re essentially horizontal beams that hold up the subfloor and everything that lies on top of it. Floor joists also help evenly distribute weight across their structure so that it’s shared between walls, beams, and your foundation.

Wooden soffits, when properly cared for, can last between 10 and 25 years, depending on the type of wood and the climate you live in. Certain wood types will last longer than others, and you might want to consider the cost of replacing soffits when you break down the total project cost. While an initially higher-priced material might seem counterintuitive, it can make more financial sense if you don’t plan on moving. 

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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