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JJ Remodeling

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JJ Remodeling

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
936 local quotes requested

Over 16 years of experience providing remodeling services ranging from Residential to Commercial. Our strong strengths are specialized in electrical, sheetrock, and landscaping.

"Good communication. Very quick and affordable"

Sean T on October 2025

Over 16 years of experience providing remodeling services ranging from Residential to Commercial. Our strong strengths are specialized in electrical, sheetrock, and landscaping.

"Good communication. Very quick and affordable"

Sean T on October 2025

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

Stephens Drywall & Construction

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Stephens Drywall & Construction

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50 years of experience

Stephens Drywall and Construction has been doing business for 40 yrs. I do mostly patch and repair work being the owner of the business. I mostly do the work myself to insure its done right the first time.

Stephens Drywall and Construction has been doing business for 40 yrs. I do mostly patch and repair work being the owner of the business. I mostly do the work myself to insure its done right the first time.

Elite Paint And Drywall LLC

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Elite Paint And Drywall LLC

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11 years of experience

For the convenience of our clients we now accept all major credit cars.

For the convenience of our clients we now accept all major credit cars.

kens hardwood

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kens hardwood

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6 years of experience

We do it all , from the demolition work, subflooring needs and installation .

We do it all , from the demolition work, subflooring needs and installation .

OKeefe Handyman Services

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OKeefe Handyman Services

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Handyman services including carpentry, outdoor projects, light electrical and plumbing, drywall repair, painting and punch list type services. Over 31 years of experience developing skills to help out home owners, businesses and Real Estate professionals. As the sole owner operator I am sales, service and production!

Handyman services including carpentry, outdoor projects, light electrical and plumbing, drywall repair, painting and punch list type services. Over 31 years of experience developing skills to help out home owners, businesses and Real Estate professionals. As the sole owner operator I am sales, service and production!

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Ottos Watch and Clock Shop

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Ottos Watch and Clock Shop

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Clock Repair / Watch Repair , Specializing in Antique / Vintage Clock and Watch repair . nd generation Certified in both clocks and watches , All work is done here in our shop

Clock Repair / Watch Repair , Specializing in Antique / Vintage Clock and Watch repair . nd generation Certified in both clocks and watches , All work is done here in our shop

Triangle Handyman Services

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Triangle Handyman Services

3.00(
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33 years of experience

Triangle Handyman Services is a general handyman service. We handle interior and commercial and residential work.

Triangle Handyman Services is a general handyman service. We handle interior and commercial and residential work.

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Handyman Henshaw

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Handyman Henshaw

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9 years of experience

Handyman Henshaw is a family owned and operated business. Work is performed by the owner, sometimes with the assistance of one of his sons. We sometimes will choose to bring in a specialist as needed on a consultant basis. Payment is due upon a jobs satisfactory completion in cash, check or credit card unless other terms were agreed upon in the job estimate.

Handyman Henshaw is a family owned and operated business. Work is performed by the owner, sometimes with the assistance of one of his sons. We sometimes will choose to bring in a specialist as needed on a consultant basis. Payment is due upon a jobs satisfactory completion in cash, check or credit card unless other terms were agreed upon in the job estimate.

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Marsh Kitchens

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Marsh Kitchens

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Founded in 1906, Marsh Kitchens has been crafting fine kitchen cabinetry for over a century. Our professional delivery and installation service is completed by our own full time employees that are fully aware and committed to our goal of providing our clients with the quality and service they deserve. We have also partnered with several licensed and experienced general contractors and subcontractors to be able to fulfill your entire kitchen remodeling needs.

Founded in 1906, Marsh Kitchens has been crafting fine kitchen cabinetry for over a century. Our professional delivery and installation service is completed by our own full time employees that are fully aware and committed to our goal of providing our clients with the quality and service they deserve. We have also partnered with several licensed and experienced general contractors and subcontractors to be able to fulfill your entire kitchen remodeling needs.

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Cary, NC

Wainscoting is decorative paneling that covers the lower part of a wall for style and protection. Beadboard is a type of wainscoting made of long vertical planks with small raised beads between each board. You’ll see it on walls and ceilings when homeowners want added depth and charm. Both options work indoors or outdoors; beadboard pieces lock together with tongue-and-groove joints, while similar styles, such as shiplap, rely on a square rabbet joint.

The best rule of thumb for wainscoting is to stop the panels at about one-third of the wall height. In a room with a nine-foot ceiling, that’s roughly three feet up. Sticking to this ratio keeps the room balanced, lets plenty of wall color show above the trim, and delivers a polished, timeless look.

Wainscoting can make a room look smaller if the room has low ceilings. The same rule applies to wainscoting as it does to painting any space: to make the room look larger and more open, paint it a light color, such as white or cream. Since beadboard incorporates vertical lines in the paneling, this style of wainscoting is ideal for those wanting to make a room appear larger than it is.

Technically, you can panel any room, but wainscoting shines in open areas, such as a foyer or a tall-ceilinged bathroom. Skip it in small rooms with low ceilings—panels can make tight spaces feel boxed in. Open-concept layouts without clear stopping points along the walls are also tricky, as the trim requires a distinct beginning and end.

Removing existing wall panels before installing wainscoting involves distinct demolition efforts. The cost to hire a professional for demo work is $1.50 per square foot. If the underlying drywall requires replacement after panel removal, an additional fee of $1.60 to $2.35 per square foot is incurred. Completing these tasks properly ensures a sturdy foundation and a flawless finish.

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