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Perfect Choice Exteriors LLC

402 S. Main St.
4.62(
191
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•Approved Pro

Perfect Choice Exteriors LLC

402 S. Main St.
4.62(
191
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Terrific value
928 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

Your Satisfaction is Our Priority. With over 20 years of experience in home improvement including windows, siding, and roofing, we’re ready to ensure your upgrade is just right. Our company is based on the belief that our customers needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals. Locally Owned for over 20 years!

"We ordered a window from them the end of April. The beginning of June they came to put the window in. They had ordered the wrong size. The said that they would rush order it and we would have it in a month. After waiting a month and not hearing from them, we called to find out when the window would be put in and they said that they would check and get back with us. After many more calls we were told that the window wouldn't be in until July 23rd. We requested a refund and after many more calls were told that they don't give refunds. The window was finally installed on August 2nd over a week after they received it. We will never do business with them again.!"

Kim K on September 2025

Your Satisfaction is Our Priority. With over 20 years of experience in home improvement including windows, siding, and roofing, we’re ready to ensure your upgrade is just right. Our company is based on the belief that our customers needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals. Locally Owned for over 20 years!

"We ordered a window from them the end of April. The beginning of June they came to put the window in. They had ordered the wrong size. The said that they would rush order it and we would have it in a month. After waiting a month and not hearing from them, we called to find out when the window would be put in and they said that they would check and get back with us. After many more calls we were told that the window wouldn't be in until July 23rd. We requested a refund and after many more calls were told that they don't give refunds. The window was finally installed on August 2nd over a week after they received it. We will never do business with them again.!"

Kim K on September 2025

Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.84(
920
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.84(
920
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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

Mr. Sharp

1017 Boston Post Rd E
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Mr. Sharp

1017 Boston Post Rd E
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8 years of experience

Mr. Sharp specializes in tool sharpening services for your business and home. We sharpen knives, scissors, garden and workshop tools, beauty salon tools and more. We sharpen what others can't! We are a Marlborough, MA based company and provide our services in all 51 states in the United States. Our prices and turnaround times are extremely competitive. We strive to make your life better by providing excellent, fast and easy sharpening services. Our customers can bring their kits to our store at any time and drop them off in the drop box located near the store entrance. Also, if you are not in the area, we will send you a tracking label to ensure your beloved tools get to our store quickly and safely. Vladimir, the owner of Mr. Sharp, started sharpening knives when he worked as a chef in the kitchen for many years. He honed his skills before founding Mr. Sharp in October 2017. His main responsibility is to keep other chefs safe by sharpening kitchen tools. Later on, Mr. Sharp Company expanded its services! We now specialize in sharpening a wide variety of tools in many industries such as horticulture, cosmetology, woodworking, and more! We are proud to work with businesses and individual households. Today, Mr. Sharp strives to become one of the best sharpening services in the United States and continue to expand our sharpening skills to benefit every customer across the country.

Mr. Sharp specializes in tool sharpening services for your business and home. We sharpen knives, scissors, garden and workshop tools, beauty salon tools and more. We sharpen what others can't! We are a Marlborough, MA based company and provide our services in all 51 states in the United States. Our prices and turnaround times are extremely competitive. We strive to make your life better by providing excellent, fast and easy sharpening services. Our customers can bring their kits to our store at any time and drop them off in the drop box located near the store entrance. Also, if you are not in the area, we will send you a tracking label to ensure your beloved tools get to our store quickly and safely. Vladimir, the owner of Mr. Sharp, started sharpening knives when he worked as a chef in the kitchen for many years. He honed his skills before founding Mr. Sharp in October 2017. His main responsibility is to keep other chefs safe by sharpening kitchen tools. Later on, Mr. Sharp Company expanded its services! We now specialize in sharpening a wide variety of tools in many industries such as horticulture, cosmetology, woodworking, and more! We are proud to work with businesses and individual households. Today, Mr. Sharp strives to become one of the best sharpening services in the United States and continue to expand our sharpening skills to benefit every customer across the country.

Mr Fix It 911

6 James PL
5.00(
2
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Mr Fix It 911

6 James PL
5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With 20yrs Experience our Company can provide you with your handyman needs. We work with Maintenance Co. who provide Services with Companies like Old Navy, J-jill, and Dollar Tree, CVS Pharmacy and Many more. Call Me Today for a 10% discount on a wood or aluminum fence. Free Estimate.

With 20yrs Experience our Company can provide you with your handyman needs. We work with Maintenance Co. who provide Services with Companies like Old Navy, J-jill, and Dollar Tree, CVS Pharmacy and Many more. Call Me Today for a 10% discount on a wood or aluminum fence. Free Estimate.

Grille Technologies LLC

5910 Pine Hill Road
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Grille Technologies LLC

5910 Pine Hill Road
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Free onsite estimate

Thompson-Renovations

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Thompson-Renovations

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"Thompson Renovations specializes in high quality home Renovations bringing client's dream spaces to life." "Thompson Renovations is your Go to Solution for transforming your home into stunning spaces that reflect your personal style. Our team of skilled Professionals take care of every detail , from design to installation, ensuring exceptional results and complete client satisfaction."

"Thompson Renovations specializes in high quality home Renovations bringing client's dream spaces to life." "Thompson Renovations is your Go to Solution for transforming your home into stunning spaces that reflect your personal style. Our team of skilled Professionals take care of every detail , from design to installation, ensuring exceptional results and complete client satisfaction."

LL Skyline Contract

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LL Skyline Contract

No Address
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5 years of experience

We at LL Skyline provide a unique service. We provide maintenance and cleaning to both individual and business clients. We offer everything maintenance, cleaning, and landscaping. Ask for references! Every cleaning product we use is custom made for each client and is never used for another client. We charge based on the job and budget of the client. This system allows us to give the best quality service for cheaper than any other company. We believe anyone should have access to professional maintenance and cleaning no matter their budget. While our company is new, we have been professionals for over 10 years. We go above and beyond so you can spend more time doing whats important to you.

We at LL Skyline provide a unique service. We provide maintenance and cleaning to both individual and business clients. We offer everything maintenance, cleaning, and landscaping. Ask for references! Every cleaning product we use is custom made for each client and is never used for another client. We charge based on the job and budget of the client. This system allows us to give the best quality service for cheaper than any other company. We believe anyone should have access to professional maintenance and cleaning no matter their budget. While our company is new, we have been professionals for over 10 years. We go above and beyond so you can spend more time doing whats important to you.

Carson Builders

590 South Wall St.
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Carson Builders

590 South Wall St.
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50 years of experience

General construction service

General construction service

The Handyman

1110 N Linden St
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The Handyman

1110 N Linden St
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10 years of experience

Cedar Creations

315 W Fifer St
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Cedar Creations

315 W Fifer St
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17 years of experience

We provide unrivaled quality in exterior carpentry. Simple and extraordinary, we want to make your dream a reality.

We provide unrivaled quality in exterior carpentry. Simple and extraordinary, we want to make your dream a reality.

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Pontiac, IL

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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