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Lrec Properties
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Altoona, WI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Lrec did a fantastic job making some updates to my home. Ryan was very responsive and had quick solutions to roadblocks that were unexpected. He was very thorough, left the job site clean and ensured the work was completed to my satisfaction at a price point that is fair. I would recommend Lrec for any home projects."
Office build out
Office build out
Office build out
Office build out
Laundry room move

+18

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Gall's Contracting
4.4(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Altoona, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Aaron was extremely professional. I was not able to be in Eau Claire during any of the remodel. Aaron communicated with me - sharing pictures of the work he did. Very skilled and has a great eye for detail. I am definitely going to hire him for other projects. Extremely satisfied."
Stained Car siding and tile floor
Before Construction
Almost Done
Wood Work
Roman Shower

+7

Response time2 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Pandl Improvements LLC
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Exterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For BusinessExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For Business

Serving Altoona, WI and surrounding areas

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PANDL Improvements is an Eau Claire-based home improvement and repair business serving homeowners throughout Central Wisconsin. \n\nWe specialize in decks, siding, exterior repairs, doors, windows, trim, and a wide range of home improvement projects.\n\nWe?re happy to take on projects both large and small and provide free estimates so you can understand your options before work begins.\n\nPANDL Improvements ? \nQuality repairs. Honest service.

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INTEGRITY DECKING COMPANY LLC
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Altoona, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Integrety decking is a great company. Tony Braker was our sales person and was super helpful in our color decisions. Tyler, Drew, Dacota, the crew that built our new deck were amazing. They were very professional and courteous and they did outstanding work. The Duxback rain shedding product is awesome."
Deck Remodels
Deck Remodels
Deck Remodels
Deck Remodels
Deck Remodels

+28

Response time2 days
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Building involves setting foundation posts, framing with durable wood, adding roofing support, and protecting from elements with water-resistant finishes.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

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