I’m Morgan Peterson, founder and owner. With years of hands-on experience in the trade, I built this business to bring dependable craftsmanship, honest communication, and top-tier quality to every project in our community.\nWhether you’re looking to remodel your home, build an addition, or tackle a custom construction project, my team and I are here to bring your vision to life with precision and care.\nReach out today to discuss your next project—let's build something great together!\n
"Exceeded all expectations. Reached out to 7 Madison area interior contractors at the top of Yelp / Google in late July to get a quote for closet removal along with the possible addition of flooring work. Of the 7 contractors, 5 responded and came out to survey the job. Only 2 got back with rough quotes, a 3rd wanted ~$1k to come up with a quote. VM Contracting's quote and start date matched my rough budget and timeline expectations for the job, whereas some other quotes exceeded VM's by nearly 8x and could not begin work until 2-3 months later. Went ahead with VM and was not disappointed. They started work within ~2 weeks and I was so pleased with the closet work, that we expanded the scope to vinyl flooring & trim across the entire 1st floor. Again, the cost and timeliness were excellent. Would go to VM for any future work without hesitation."
"seemed like an expensive estimate and suggestions to do more than may have been necessary. They could be correct in the long run but for now I'm trying which seems like a reasonable, more cost effective solution suggested by another contractor.
"They were very helpful on advising on specifications. In general, I found roofers specifying roof replacement the cheapest way possible rather than what is most cost effective long-term. Once, I got multiple contractors matching on specs, GF was clearly cost competitive, particularly given no subcontractor usage. Actual install was smooth except for two things. It took more time than they budgeted for, but they handled that well and didn't try to ask for extra payment. Second, they discovered that the backing of the house's original aluminum siding was rotten when they were installing new flashing. Understandably, they didn't want to put it back up as is (which I can appreciate). Thankfully, they were able to provide a cost effective answer regarding new siding, as I didn't want to have to big that out with everything already torn up."
"Due to a windstorm with high winds, we discovered that our chimney stacks were leaking. Water was dripping down inside our gas fireplaces. Since we had just had our whole roof reshingled also due to the storm, Fireside Hearth and Home Contractor division of Roseville at first attempted to bring out a large truck with a bucket type lift attached to it so that the men could repair the chimney without touching the new shingles. This proved to be impossible for several reasons. Next, two guys and Doug, the head of their Regional Sales Operations Division came out. They very carefully climbed onto our extremely steep roof and took additional ladders up with them. They also carefully installed roof jacks to allow them to get up to the top most part of the roof and thus prop another ladder onto the 10' chimney itself. They then proceeded to check each chimney stack, fix whatever was loose, and seal all components of the stack. They even checked over another nearby stack that was not part of the original problem to determine that that stack was also sealed and properly functioning. They performed highly dangerous work very carefully so as to minimize or eliminate any damage to my new shingles. I was very pleased with the professionalism, the courage, the thoroughness and the willingness of the workers to do the job completely, property and with the least amount of damage. The whole operation took less than 1 1/2 hours. I would highly recommend the crew of three men who did the work on my roof. I was especially impressed that Doug, the head of their Regional Sales Operations Division, came out and personally got up on the roof himself, to make sure that the work was done properly and with a minimum of problems. "
"It went spectacularly. Not only was the work done exceptionally well, all of the inevitable "issues" that one runs into when renovating an old house was dealt with by Kitchen and Bath Solutions during the course of the project. When it became clear that I needed some unanticipated electrical work, framing work, and plumbing work to do the renovation that wasn't in the initial project description, Kitchen and Bath Solutions was not only able to identify the solutions, but also able to take care of making it happen in a way that minimized the impact on the project timeline. All at an excellent price. I was so happy with their work that I engaged them to install new hardwood floors throughout the house after they were done with the first job. Again, they did it rapidly, at an excellent price, and with great results. These folks transformed my mother's house. I can't say enough about Alberto, Elle, and the rest of the crew at kitchen and bath solutions. Not only do they help guide you through decisions, do excellent work, deal efficiently with unexpected "glitches", and offer a fair price: They also are the kind of people that you enjoy having in your house. This is critically important in deciding who to hire for a job of this scale, as it is inevitable that you will be needing to share your space with the contractors as the work is being done. As an example, my mother was living in the house for the ENTIRE time the renovations were happening. The Kitchen and Bath Solutions crew not only came in on weekends and worked around my mother's needs to make the disruption to my mother's life as short as possible, but they also helped her out with the other "little things" that she needed while they were transforming the house: They treated my mother like she was their mother. It was super valuable to know that you have people that you trust and like when you have to share your living space as much as you have to when doing a renovation on this scale. In summary: I highly recomend Kitchen and Bath Solutions based on the quality of their work, the fairness of their price, and the rapid pace at which they make the project happen: no matter what complications arise. I also recommend them highly because of the people they are: you can trust them completely and this removes a lot of the stress that accompanies renovation projects like this. I feel now like they are part of my extended family, I'm already thinking of the next project I would like them to help me on and I wouldn't go anywhere else."
"When we decided to redo our kitchen in April of 2012, we knew what we wanted fixed, our budget and that's about it. We started talking to contractors, kitchen design centers and researching ideas. We quickly realized we were in WAY over our heads. A lot of places offer free design services if you buy all of your materials through them. We didn't want to be tied down. We didn't want a complete tear down to the studs, either. Homemade Design to the rescue! First of all the price was an absolute steal for the service provided. Amanda and co. Listened to what we wanted and came up with inovative,functional and beautiful solutions. Our house is old. We wanted to keep that 1920s feel, but still have a dishwasher, granite countertops and stainless appliances! Amanda had the brilliant idea of only replacing the bottom cabinets. She also gave me excellent instructions on how to refinish my existing cabinets so they look like new. This was a perfect solution for US. Homemade Design gave us ideas for layout, cabinets, lighting, wall paint, appliances, furniture, countertops, backsplash, faucets, sink,and cusions for built in. She would have recommended flooring if we wanted,but we didn't. Now, Amanda is more like a consultant...( I actually called her my kitchen remodel therapist). You still are ultimately responsible for the plan and what works for you. If your measurements are off (like mine were) that's on you. I was adament about no island and no microwave over the stove and so she didn't put those in the design. Some suggestions were not my style. And I said so. Honestly, if I picked out my own kitchen it would be so safe: white subway tile or something. Amanda gave me the guts to mix patterns and create something spectacular! It took almost a year to complete ( contractors fault) We did a lot of work ourselves. We bought the cabinets, backsplash tile, light fixtures, table and banquette cusions through Homemade Design at a great discount, we checked!! If you try shopping for any part of your kitchen, the volume of choices can be overwhelming. We loved having Amanda narrow it down for us. Communication was through email, mostly. She never took longer than three business days to respond to my million questions or concerns. Awesome. 5 months later, my kitchen is a dream come true. And I owe it all to Homemade Design! "
The Mini Convenience Home Repair and Services specializes in home interior services that includes interior remodels, interior trimming, build bars and kitchen nooks, basement remodels, interior repair, drywall repair and patch work, interior painting, door installation and flooring installation. \n\nOn the exterior side of things we do fence and or gate installations, exterior window, door and patio door replacement, small roofing repairs or new replacement, siding, and fencing. Gutter Cleaning, excavation, demo, and trash removal. \n\nThe Mini Convenience Home & Repair Services is a small business offering competitive below market prices that includes great quality and creative work from experienced craftsmanship.
Paint It Right is a full-service exterior and interior painting company serving Madison's painting and renovation needs. Our satisfied clients include property management companies, business owners, homeowners associations, and private homeowners.\nOur crew will treat your property, tenants, and employees with respect. Paint it Right is committed to meeting and exceeding your expectations. We will complete the job in the most organized, cost-effective, and professional manner right the first time.
Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts
Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.
Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.
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.
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.
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.
The Merrimac, WI homeowners’ guide to contractor services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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