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Avatar for Meinen Homes, LLC
Meinen Homes, LLC
4.6(
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jim and his crew, including the sub-contractors, did an amazing job on our project to finish off some of our basement. We added a bathroom, bedroom, and family room. The quote was thorough and accurate. The communication was responsive. The workmanship was second to none. I highly recommend working with Jim. You won't be disappointed."
Cedarburg exterior staining
Newburg exterior project
Newburg exterior project
Cedar Grove, Lake Michigan home
Cedar Grove, Lake Michigan home

+5

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Elevate Home Interiors
5.0(
10
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Closet - BuildGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For BusinessInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The painters showed up early and did a fantastic job! They repaired damaged drywall and cleaned up after being here about 9 hours! I highly recommend R&D painters!"
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+1

Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Napravnik Construction, LLC
4.8(
66
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+3 more

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. Knew what I needed to install blinds, I will hire him for other projects."
French Kitchen
Custom Homes
Room Additions
Modern flare
Custom Garages

+4

Response time1 day
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Integrity Maintenance Services
4.9(
10
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For BusinessInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Customers say: Quality work

"Ryan was efficient and professional, final outcome was great"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Specialized Home Handyman Services LLC
4.6(
9
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very easy to work with. Was satisfied with the work done. He accommodated my schedule. I would hire him again."
plaster restore
Renovate 2
Renovate 4
Toilet Install
Wall Repair

+19

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Recommended by55%of homeowners
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S.R.M Contracting
4.2(
22
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Good work very reliable will hire again."
Remodel
Stair case rebuild
Remodel
Tree cutting and gutter cleaning
Stair case rebuild

+15

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
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BIG DAVE'S SERVICES
4.1(
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Furniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Whitefish Bay, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

Why Choose Big Dave's? To state it as clearly as possible, we're not the right fit for everyone. We're not the fastest. We're not the cheapest. But our clients say, we are the best! We absolutely insist on doing things right the first time. No excuses. Period. If you are demanding, hard to please, and/or persnickety, we'll get along great. We refuse to settle for anything less than the very best, and our clients appreciate our attention to even the smallest detail. Contact us today to get the process started!

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

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.

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.

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