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MH Renovations LLC

4.94(
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MH Renovations LLC

4.94(
100
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

MH Renovations LLC is a family-owned and operated home improvement company proudly serving Southeastern Wisconsin. We specialize in high-quality, custom renovations tailored to your budget, lifestyle, and vision. With a strong commitment to craftsmanship and attention to detail, we deliver results that are both functional and beautiful. Whether you're updating a kitchen, remodeling a bathroom, finishing a basement, or tackling a full-home renovation, we bring care, precision, and professionalism to every project. Your home is treated with the utmost respect—we go the extra mile to keep your space and materials clean, organized, and protected throughout the construction process. We are fully licensed and insured, giving you peace of mind every step of the way. With a wide range of services and a dedication to client satisfaction, we're confident you'll enjoy working with us. Feel free to browse our website and contact us with any questions or to schedule a consultation. We look forward to bringing your vision to life.

"Extremely well. It's nice to work with someone that has a great professional work ethic."

Bethanne C on February 2025

MH Renovations LLC is a family-owned and operated home improvement company proudly serving Southeastern Wisconsin. We specialize in high-quality, custom renovations tailored to your budget, lifestyle, and vision. With a strong commitment to craftsmanship and attention to detail, we deliver results that are both functional and beautiful. Whether you're updating a kitchen, remodeling a bathroom, finishing a basement, or tackling a full-home renovation, we bring care, precision, and professionalism to every project. Your home is treated with the utmost respect—we go the extra mile to keep your space and materials clean, organized, and protected throughout the construction process. We are fully licensed and insured, giving you peace of mind every step of the way. With a wide range of services and a dedication to client satisfaction, we're confident you'll enjoy working with us. Feel free to browse our website and contact us with any questions or to schedule a consultation. We look forward to bringing your vision to life.

"Extremely well. It's nice to work with someone that has a great professional work ethic."

Bethanne C on February 2025


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High Quality Contracting Inc

4.91(
176
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High Quality Contracting Inc

4.91(
176
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

**Call us today for your FREE ROOFING consultation!** For over 20 years, High Quality Contracting Inc has been a leading home contractor in southeastern Wisconsin. Our dedication to craftsmanship and quality has made us an A+ BBB accredited company and an Angie'sList Super Service Award recipient for decades. We focus on customer relationships to help not only build your dream home but to help build a history of trust you can count on when you need it most. We treat your home as if it were our own, ever conscious of the work we are doing and the impression we leave with you. High Quality Contracting Inc provides services in all forms of home improvement construction and building new homes from the ground up. We offer the following discounts which can not be combined with any other discount. Only one discount per customer per job. * We offer a 5% discount on labor for jobs over $2,500.00 for AngiesList subscribers. ( Must be claimed at the time of the consultation) * We offer a 5% discount on labor for Seniors. ( Must be claimed at the time of the consultation) * We offer a 10% Military discount on labor for active or veterans who show their DD214 at the time of the consultation. We offer one free consultation. We look forward to assisting you with your next project.

"High quality is exactly what we received when building our new home! Nick really made the whole process stress-free and enjoyable. He made sure to be available whenever and went above and beyond to make sure our dream home was perfect. We highly recommend Nick and his team!"

April H on December 2024

**Call us today for your FREE ROOFING consultation!** For over 20 years, High Quality Contracting Inc has been a leading home contractor in southeastern Wisconsin. Our dedication to craftsmanship and quality has made us an A+ BBB accredited company and an Angie'sList Super Service Award recipient for decades. We focus on customer relationships to help not only build your dream home but to help build a history of trust you can count on when you need it most. We treat your home as if it were our own, ever conscious of the work we are doing and the impression we leave with you. High Quality Contracting Inc provides services in all forms of home improvement construction and building new homes from the ground up. We offer the following discounts which can not be combined with any other discount. Only one discount per customer per job. * We offer a 5% discount on labor for jobs over $2,500.00 for AngiesList subscribers. ( Must be claimed at the time of the consultation) * We offer a 5% discount on labor for Seniors. ( Must be claimed at the time of the consultation) * We offer a 10% Military discount on labor for active or veterans who show their DD214 at the time of the consultation. We offer one free consultation. We look forward to assisting you with your next project.

"High quality is exactly what we received when building our new home! Nick really made the whole process stress-free and enjoyable. He made sure to be available whenever and went above and beyond to make sure our dream home was perfect. We highly recommend Nick and his team!"

April H on December 2024


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Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.

4.97(
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Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.

4.97(
64
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc. is a family owned business by two brothers that love to create customers imaginations into realities. We as Top Bros Construction do all kind of interior remodeling in people's homes. From remodeling your bathrooms into master bathrooms or having the nicest kitchen you ever picture. We also install all hard surface floors starting from vinyl planks, laminate, vct tile, hardwood, engineer hardwood, ceramics. We refinishing and varnish hardwood floors as well as stairs and handrails. Were love to help our customers go thru the whole experience in a great matter of order and completion.

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Stunning Refinish – Highly Recommend! I couldn't be happier with the way our hardwood floors turned out! We had some old, torn-up floors that honestly looked like they were beyond saving—but the transformation is unbelievable. After the refinishing, they look like brand new floors, absolutely gorgeous, with a smooth, rich finish that completely elevates the look of our home. Not only was the quality of the work exceptional, but the price was also more than fair—especially considering the results. On top of that, they were incredibly professional: they showed up 15 minutes early, ready to work, and clearly take pride in what they do. It’s rare to find that kind of reliability and craftsmanship these days. If you're thinking about getting your hardwood floors redone, do it—and call these folks. I can't recommend them enough!"

shane m on July 2025

Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc. is a family owned business by two brothers that love to create customers imaginations into realities. We as Top Bros Construction do all kind of interior remodeling in people's homes. From remodeling your bathrooms into master bathrooms or having the nicest kitchen you ever picture. We also install all hard surface floors starting from vinyl planks, laminate, vct tile, hardwood, engineer hardwood, ceramics. We refinishing and varnish hardwood floors as well as stairs and handrails. Were love to help our customers go thru the whole experience in a great matter of order and completion.

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Stunning Refinish – Highly Recommend! I couldn't be happier with the way our hardwood floors turned out! We had some old, torn-up floors that honestly looked like they were beyond saving—but the transformation is unbelievable. After the refinishing, they look like brand new floors, absolutely gorgeous, with a smooth, rich finish that completely elevates the look of our home. Not only was the quality of the work exceptional, but the price was also more than fair—especially considering the results. On top of that, they were incredibly professional: they showed up 15 minutes early, ready to work, and clearly take pride in what they do. It’s rare to find that kind of reliability and craftsmanship these days. If you're thinking about getting your hardwood floors redone, do it—and call these folks. I can't recommend them enough!"

shane m on July 2025


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Napravnik Construction, LLC

4.92(
58
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Napravnik Construction, LLC

4.92(
58
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
28 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here, at Napravnik Construction, LLC, we have expanded our business service area from the Chicago Western Suburbs North to Milwaukee metro area and pride ourselves with reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Charles was on time and very respectful of our home. He did a great job and even though there was a hiccup where he had to run to Home Depot (due to a prior issue from a different handyman) he did not ask for anything except payment for the additional parts at cost. I would and will hire them going forward!! "

Michael H on December 2025

Here, at Napravnik Construction, LLC, we have expanded our business service area from the Chicago Western Suburbs North to Milwaukee metro area and pride ourselves with reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Charles was on time and very respectful of our home. He did a great job and even though there was a hiccup where he had to run to Home Depot (due to a prior issue from a different handyman) he did not ask for anything except payment for the additional parts at cost. I would and will hire them going forward!! "

Michael H on December 2025


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Amethyst Contracting Inc

4.86(
42
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Amethyst Contracting Inc

4.86(
42
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Amethyst Contracting Inc, is an established progressive design, build, and remodeling company with over 30 years in the field. We are women owned and operated and offer a fresh perspective in a field traditionally male oriented. We are known for our unique holistic approach to design, and are a hands on builder giving each client a one of a kind result. Can't wait to chat!

"Kristi and her crew were a pleasure to work with. They were very creative in fitting a half bath into a small space in our old home — making it look great and as if it was always there. They were reliable and got the work done on schedule (and without extra charges). Plus they were considerate as they worked in our home."

Anne S on April 2019

Amethyst Contracting Inc, is an established progressive design, build, and remodeling company with over 30 years in the field. We are women owned and operated and offer a fresh perspective in a field traditionally male oriented. We are known for our unique holistic approach to design, and are a hands on builder giving each client a one of a kind result. Can't wait to chat!

"Kristi and her crew were a pleasure to work with. They were very creative in fitting a half bath into a small space in our old home — making it look great and as if it was always there. They were reliable and got the work done on schedule (and without extra charges). Plus they were considerate as they worked in our home."

Anne S on April 2019


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RNR

5.00(
25
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RNR

5.00(
25
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime. We feel invested in our clients and strive for customer satisfaction. We do roofing/roof repair, vents and gutters, general contracting, porches and decks, fencing and landscaping. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Fantastic!! Highly recommend RNR!! We are Very happy with their great job!! When another project comes up they are going to be our first call! Excellent company!!"

Shelly C on May 2025

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime. We feel invested in our clients and strive for customer satisfaction. We do roofing/roof repair, vents and gutters, general contracting, porches and decks, fencing and landscaping. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Fantastic!! Highly recommend RNR!! We are Very happy with their great job!! When another project comes up they are going to be our first call! Excellent company!!"

Shelly C on May 2025


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GR General Contracting LLC

4.86(
29
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GR General Contracting LLC

4.86(
29
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

GR General Contracting can help you achieve your goal of creating the home you always wanted. As a general contractor we can handle most any project, from remodeling kitchens and bathrooms or finishing basements, to building additions and decks. With years of experience improving the homes of our community, we combine skilled craftsmanship with hard-working dedication to give your project the attention and care it deserves.

"My interaction with this company, represented by Gordon Rudd, was limited to a site visit only. Work that I thought might be needed turned out to be unnecessary. When I called the company, I reached Gordon directly, and he was able to stop by the next morning, right at the time we scheduled. He was very helpful in explaining what I was seeing. He didn't charge me anything for the very helpful visit."

BRETT C on August 2025

GR General Contracting can help you achieve your goal of creating the home you always wanted. As a general contractor we can handle most any project, from remodeling kitchens and bathrooms or finishing basements, to building additions and decks. With years of experience improving the homes of our community, we combine skilled craftsmanship with hard-working dedication to give your project the attention and care it deserves.

"My interaction with this company, represented by Gordon Rudd, was limited to a site visit only. Work that I thought might be needed turned out to be unnecessary. When I called the company, I reached Gordon directly, and he was able to stop by the next morning, right at the time we scheduled. He was very helpful in explaining what I was seeing. He didn't charge me anything for the very helpful visit."

BRETT C on August 2025


"Michael Perez of Cloudland Reflections LLC was excellent to work with. We hired him to build a railing and stairs to our front door and sunporch and stain them to match our fence. We had concerns about the structure of our interior sunporch which Michael agreed to give an estimate separately (once he opened up the flooring). All work was done in a professional manner and for a reasonable price. I highly recommend Cloudland Reflections!"

Debra & Chris c on October 2025

Family owned business with over 5 years of experience handling all your Cabinet Refacing/Restoration, Carpentry - Unfinished, Carpentry - Woodworking, Framing, for residential and commercial.

"Michael Perez of Cloudland Reflections LLC was excellent to work with. We hired him to build a railing and stairs to our front door and sunporch and stain them to match our fence. We had concerns about the structure of our interior sunporch which Michael agreed to give an estimate separately (once he opened up the flooring). All work was done in a professional manner and for a reasonable price. I highly recommend Cloudland Reflections!"

Debra & Chris c on October 2025


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Home-Pro Handyman

5.00(
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Home-Pro Handyman

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your (PWC) needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Matt is good with communication. Did work for a fair price."

Paul D on April 2024

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your (PWC) needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Matt is good with communication. Did work for a fair price."

Paul D on April 2024


"Highly recommend. Mr. Bilder actually works with his crew and takes his time and is very thorough to make sure everything is done correctly. "

Michael B on August 2025

Mr. Bilder, is your very best option for all your home improvement needs. We always offer the very best pricing, excellent customer service and superior workmanship on every job we do. Call us now for a free quote.

"Highly recommend. Mr. Bilder actually works with his crew and takes his time and is very thorough to make sure everything is done correctly. "

Michael B on August 2025

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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.

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

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

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