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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 Houlton, WI and surrounding areas

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PANDL Improvements is a locally owned home improvement and repair business serving homeowners throughout Central Wisconsin. We specialize in decks, siding, exterior repairs, doors, windows, trim, and a wide range of home improvement projects.\n\nWhether you need a deck repaired or restored, damaged siding replaced, a door or window installed, or help with a smaller repair around the house, we provide dependable workmanship and straightforward service. We take pride in paying attention to the details, keeping our work area clean, and treating every home with respect.\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 — Quality repairs. Honest service. Built to last.

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

Serving Houlton, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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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

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Response time2 days
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Landscape Friend
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Houlton, WI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend Peter of Landscape Friend. Peter rebuilt our deck turning it from an eyesore to a wonder modern deck, which greatly improved the looks of our home. Peter is a skilled craftsman who really pays attention to the smallest details."
remodel
Modern Front Entry
Modern Front Entry
Assortment Of Patios
Assortment Of Patios

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Precision ground services
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Houlton, WI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Lukas showed up and went right to work. Worked hard the whole time he was here. Very knowledgeable and competent. He helped me with my shed conversion to an office. He put up insulation and interior wall panels. Great guy. Planning on some more uodates to the building as i was a little short on materials for him to finish. Hoping he will be able to come back this weekend to finish the walls in the shed, do some handrails caps on my deck, and do some remodel work on my gazebo floor. You can't go wrong hiring him to do a job."
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ST. CROIX VALLEY BUILDERS
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Houlton, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that\nwe provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship\nand complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. \nIn order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers,\nwe take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nWeve been in the building trade for 33 years and we have the knowledge for your project.

Carsley barn
Carsley barn
Setting dormer trusses that we prebuilt on ground
Carsley barn
The start of a new round silo roof

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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.

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.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

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