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Avatar for MH Renovations LLC
MH Renovations LLC
4.9(
101
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Serving Franklin, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Project went great. We've hired MH for four jobs, ranging from $1,.200 to $36K over the past year, the most recent big job being the addition of a 3-season room, which looks great. Looking forward to some season other than hot and humid now. Our price went up from last year's estimate as building supply costs soared, but I believe their estimates are always reasonable. Couldn't be nicer or more reliable family to deal with, with attention to detail and quality finishing touches."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+32

Response time3 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
4.8(
77
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Serving Franklin, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project turned out great. Cesar and the crew did a fantastic job. The did the whole house. If I ever need any work done I will have them do it for sure. They are trusting and show up when they say they will be there."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel

+28

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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The Loft Remodeling and Architectural Salvage, LLC
4.4(
39
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Serving Franklin, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike is great, he is handling many aspect of this major remodel. He is doing tile work, install cabinets, finish carpentry, and install new interior and exterior doors. Everything Mike has worked on had demonstrated his craftsmanship and attention to detail. Mike has kept me informed of all aspects of the project planning and budget. He has always keep me up to date on project progress, and by keeping me informed there has been no surprises. Mike has shown integrity in all of our interactions and how he conducts himself. Very professional and I will probably work with Mike again in the future."
Full Kitchen Remodel in Lake Zurich, IL
Kitchen Remodel in Lake Zurich, IL
Before the kitchen remodel
New laundry room with new back door
Dog shower in new laundry room

+26

Response time9 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Home-Pro Handyman
5.0(
15
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Serving Franklin, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matt did an outstanding job of repairing a home in sheet rock ceiling. He then painted the entire ceiling. Itâ s impossible to see the repair. It was a flawless repair. Matt promptly did an estimate and did the repair in the time promised. Excellent workmanship by a talented person"
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Mr. Bilder
4.4(
99
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Serving Franklin, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Mr. Bilder resurfaced old wood deck with composite boards and trim. He did an excellent job. Got his bid on time and had materials on-site and installed in 2 days. Would highly recommend him."
Pergola
White Picket Concave
Cedar Porch
Cedar Double Gate
Composite Deck

+8

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Napravnik Construction, LLC
4.8(
66
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Serving Franklin, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Charles was so pleasant to work with, reasonable, and so hardworking!! On time and reliable! Canâ t say enough how great the fence looks. Will definitely hire for other jobs as well. See you soon Charles! 𠤣"
French Kitchen
Custom Homes
Room Additions
Modern flare
Custom Garages

+4

Response time2 days
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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RNR
4.9(
27
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Serving Franklin, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’ve used RNR for several projects including roofing, carpentry, drywall, trim, etc. Always had good experiences and will continue to use them."
Decks & Porches Project
Porch and decking project
Decks & Porches Project
Decks & Porches Project
Porch and decking project

+41

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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GR General Contracting LLC
4.9(
30
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Serving Franklin, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent work, highly recommend. Needed deck and ramp to get my 93 year old mom out of the house. Gordon was very accommodating and Nick and Ross did an excellent job building it. Couldn't be happier."
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement

+15

Response time9 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Universal Property Maintenance, LLC
Universal Property Maintenance, LLC
4.7(
29
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Serving Franklin, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Mike to build a bathroom in my basement. I was impressed with Mike's professionalism, we spoke daily and he kept me abreast of what was going and next steps with the project. Mike, his crew, and subcontractors were all highly skilled and they did an amazing job on my new bathroom. I plan to use Mike for future projects and I would highly recommend him."
Family space before
Bedroom entrance framed
Basement office
Basement remodel
Kitchen Back splash

+159

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

New builds, remodels, and additions often necessitate professional framing expertise.

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.

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

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