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Avatar for The Handy Veteran
The Handy Veteran
5.0(
146
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Serving Silver Lake, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have had them do several jobs over the years from building a deck, to installing doors, outdoor lights and exterior painting. We have been extremely happy with anything they have worked on. We will be calling them for more projects in the future. We highly recommend them."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
4.8(
79
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Serving Silver Lake, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Top Bros completely gutted and remodeled the two outdated bathrooms in our condo. The building is over 100 years old, so there were some challenges with plumbing, framing, and leveling, but Top Bros didn't shy away from any of them. They tackled each challenge head on and transformed our bathrooms, ensuring that everything was done correctly. They were friendly, easy to work with and the final products turned out amazing. I would highly recommend working with them."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel

+28

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Unique Landscaping Service
4.3(
143
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Serving Silver Lake, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fabin and his team did a fabulous job recreating our yard. We are beyond pleased with the outcome. We would highly recommend Unique Landscaping Service."
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KIDS PLAYGROUND AREA
AFTER
PLANTING DESIGNS
Hardscape Projects

+452

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Universal Property Maintenance, LLC
4.7(
29
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Serving Silver Lake, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mike is awesome !!! Very reliable, take accountability and delivers on-time and with quality. We hired Mike after a friend of ours referred him to us. We had been struggling to find a responsible contractor to get our kitchen, bathroom, and basements remodeled but after meeting Mike and going over the process we knew he is the real deal. We initially did just Kitchen and bathrooms and we were extremely satisfied with quality, timeliness, cleanliness and on-budget delivery of a project. Mike was very reliable and vetted sub-contractors that he hires and all of them do a very good job. Mike kept us informed on progress - what will be done this week, following week, etc - that made it very easy for us to plan activities that we wanted to get done differently. We then hired Mike again after 6 months to get basement remodeled and are very delighted at how it turned out to be. We added a couple of rooms, entertainment area, bathroom, and small kitchen - work was done professionally, with quality and on promised schedule."
Family space before
Bedroom entrance framed
Basement office
Basement remodel
Kitchen Back splash

+159

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Chapman Home Improvements
4.6(
11
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Serving Silver Lake, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Due to surgery, Jon Chapman's right arm was immobilized, but he was able to subcontract in a timely manner and oversee the work of a great painting crew. So we have been pleased with the results."
Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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S.R.M Contracting
4.2(
22
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Serving Silver Lake, WI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

S.R.M CONTRACTING has been in business for the last 3 years. Any job I take on. I work at it as if I was working on my own stuff. I am honest and to the point. I will not waste your money or my time.\nWe have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or\nclick for your FREE estimate today!\n

Remodel
Stair case rebuild
Remodel
Tree cutting and gutter cleaning
Stair case rebuild

+15

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

New builds, remodels, and additions often necessitate professional framing expertise.

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

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.

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.

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