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Avatar for Meinen Homes, LLC
Meinen Homes, LLC
4.6(
40
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Serving Grafton, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jim and his crew, including the sub-contractors, did an amazing job on our project to finish off some of our basement. We added a bathroom, bedroom, and family room. The quote was thorough and accurate. The communication was responsive. The workmanship was second to none. I highly recommend working with Jim. You won't be disappointed."
Cedarburg exterior staining
Newburg exterior project
Newburg exterior project
Cedar Grove, Lake Michigan home
Cedar Grove, Lake Michigan home

+5

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Napravnik Construction, LLC
4.8(
66
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Serving Grafton, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Charles arrived early and was able to fix up our broken door frame without the crazy hassle of replacing the whole section of the frame. Would definitely recommend!"
French Kitchen
Custom Homes
Room Additions
Modern flare
Custom Garages

+4

Response time1 day
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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RNR
4.8(
28
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Serving Grafton, 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
Decks & Porches Project

+37

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BIG DAVE'S SERVICES
4.1(
115
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Serving Grafton, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"Excellent, high-end craftsman that does the job the right way. No detail was spared from start to finish. Communication was smooth and Dave is a fun person to work with. We reviewed every detail before the contract was signed and got exactly what we were looking for (plus great suggestions from Dave) when the project was completed. My home was cared for and protected when workers were here. The projects couldn’t have turned out any better. If you want high-end results that are completed the best way possible, pick Dave as your general contractor. He is well connected and has the best in the business at his disposal."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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INTEGRITY DECKING COMPANY LLC
4.0(
3
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Serving Grafton, 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
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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