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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
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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JWC
4.9(
7
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Serving Portage, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Jordan did a great job placing a railing on our deck after our pool was removed. The railing required a curved shape where our pool was. Jordan completed the job in a shorter time than we expected. The deck looks great and is now completely safe as required by our insurance."
Trim installation
Cabinet installation
Client wanted a window in this location and it was previously just a wall. Wall was cut and window was placed.
Stair riser and step installation
This is the finished product. This is what the homeowner wanted.

+46

Response time6 days
Recommended by100%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
24 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

Approved

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
3 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
2 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
2.3(
21
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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

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

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.

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.

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