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Leo's High Quality Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Portage, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"There aren't enough stars to adequately rate how much I am pleased with Leo's High Quality Construction! Great communication, very skilled carpenters, efficient, reasonable, and very hard working. As a retired journeyman carpenter myself, I knew what I wanted and how I wanted it done. They accommodated my every want and improved on it by sharing some newer techniques and products. The finished deck with handicap ramp was completed timely and everything I hoped for. While here, I was also looking for a fence around around a patio. I found who will be building that also! Already got started."
Deck replacement
Deck replacement
Deck replacement
Deck replacement (after)
Deck replacement

+62

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Landscape Logiq, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Portage, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Trying to get a response initially was a challenge, but everything after that was excellent. Good communication, excellent design suggestions, and fast, friendly work. I can't wait to see what my yard looks like in the spring!"
Bark Mulch Install
Bark Mulch Install
New Lawn Install - After
New Lawn Install - Before
Tree Ring Installation

+7

Response time3 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Edward Joe Walsh Construction
5.0(
5
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Serving Portage, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Joe to measure out and install a new custom storm door for my house. During the process some significant rot of the door frame and exterior window frame was discovered. Joe was very transparent, detailed and vigilant in resolving the issue. He fixed up all the rot and got the new door installed successfully and it looks unbelievable. Not only would I hire him again, I already have. Very glad to have found Joe for my home project needs."
Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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INTEGRITY DECKING COMPANY LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Portage, 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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wilson & Sons General Contractors
5.0(
1
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Serving Portage, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Wilson & Sons General Contractors is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RENEWDECK LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Portage, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Renewdeck LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Sentri Homes
2.4(
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Serving Portage, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

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.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

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