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JDC Contracting
4.8(
36
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Replaced old wood siding with new to match rest of the house, and painted whole house. Looks great. Also replaced some soffit and fascia."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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JWC
4.6(
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired JWC to repair my sill plate and associated face boards, an approximate 4x28 foot area sitting under my patio door. To do so, he and his crew had to jack up one side of the house and work in a tight crawl space and outside in nasty weather. Jordan and his crew were very easy to work with and displayed excellent attention to detail. His rates were most reasonable and he did an excellent job of answering my questions and addressing my concerns in a timely manner. I plan to hire him again for other work."
Trim installation
Trim installation
Baseboards
Trim installation
Trim installation

+17

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.4(
28
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Serving Madison, 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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QUIGLEY DECKS & FENCE
4.2(
42
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"He was very prompt and very professional. At first he thought he would not be able to complete within our requested time frame, but he was able to use a little wiggle room and get it done right on time! Our fence looked so awesome that our neighbors decided to use Quigley too! 
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Composite decking
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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ConstructAlly
5.0(
7
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Construct Boss was easy to work with and turned out an excellent product for a fair price! Dan was very easy to talk to and he understands the details of construction describing what surprises we might see in construction so we won't be surprised if they come up!"
Original  Look
Original Space
Original Kitchen
Added Full Bathroom
Original Bathroom

+25

Recommended by100%of homeowners
F7 Enterprise LLC
4.8(
8
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired F7 to fix my about-to-fall-down cedar fence. I didn’t want to replace it; I liked the weathered look and the only thing rotten was the 20+ year old posts. The same team that estimated my project performed the work, which I liked a lot. They did a great job with minimal damage to my yard (if any). They were creative in maximizing reuse of the original boards, and only replaced what was necessary with new materials. They were friendly and offered great communication. I would hire them again."
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project

+1

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for carpentry framing installation projects in Madison, WI

Professional contractors complete basement framing in three to five days, depending on the size and complexity of your space. Projects with simple, open layouts progress faster than those with multiple rooms and corners. DIY framers should expect the job to take significantly longer, potentially seven to 10 days or more, depending on experience level and available time. The timeline doesn't include other aspects of basement finishing like drywall installation, electrical work, or finishing touches, which extend the overall renovation schedule.

Most municipalities require building permits for basement framing projects. These permits cost between $1,200 and $2,000, ensuring your renovation meets local building codes for safety and structural integrity. Working without proper permits can result in penalties, forced removal of completed work, and complications when selling your home. Your local building department can provide specific information about permit requirements, inspection schedules, and any special considerations for basement renovations in your area.

For basement framing, use pressure-treated lumber for bottom plates (the horizontal boards that contact concrete floors) to prevent moisture damage and rot. Standard kiln-dried lumber is suitable for wall studs and top plates that don't directly contact concrete surfaces. The most common lumber dimension for basement wall framing is two-by-four, though some situations may call for two-by-six lumber to accommodate thicker insulation. Always check local building codes, as some jurisdictions have specific requirements for basement framing materials.

You can install drywall after framing is complete and inspected, but several important steps should happen first. Ensure any electrical, plumbing, or HVAC rough-ins are completed and inspected before closing up walls. Installing insulation between studs is highly recommended for temperature control and moisture management. Drywall installation adds an average of $3 to $4 per linear foot to your project, with painting costing an additional $2 to $6 per square foot. Address any moisture concerns before enclosing walls to prevent future damage and mold issues.

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