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Avatar for Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
4.84(
920
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In business since 2008

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Emergency services offered

"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."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Verona Designs
5.00(
1
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In business since 2004

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We replace white wood spindles with wrought iron balusters. We replace carpet staircase with hardwood.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Carolina Home Repairs
New to Angi

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Since forming in 2001, Carolina Home Repairs has been serving the people of the Triangle and surrounding areas with quality construction, timely completion, and competitive pricing that's second to none! Providing over 20 years experience, it is our mission to keep our community looking it's best, while turning the repair woes of home owners into a thing of the past. We are the first name in residential repairs and there is no job too tough to handle, big or small. If you or someone you know needs maintence on a home, our estimates are always free. Did you talk to another company, but want the comfort of knowing you are getting the highest quality repair possible? Bring us a competitors price quote and we will BEAT it, everytime, GUARANTEED! So If you want your house looking nice, but too scared to pay the price remember, at Carolina Home Repairs, "One call does it all!"

Elite Paint And Drywall LLC
New to Angi

In business since 2014

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Warranties offered

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

Stephens Drywall & Construction
New to Angi

In business since 1975

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Warranties offered

Stephens Drywall and Construction has been doing business for 40 yrs. \nI 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.

Fixed at Last
New to Angi

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Handyman Company. One full time and one part time employee

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Handyman Henshaw
New to Angi

In business since 2016

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Emergency services offered

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
5.00(
12
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In business since 1906

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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.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Metz Quality Painting & Works
New to Angi

Free estimates

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed!\nFREE Estimates\nGuaranteed Lowest Rates Or Will Match\nReferences available upon request \n\nMetz Quality Painting & Works aims to please with guaranteed satisfacation. Most work can begin with just 1/3 payment down. We guarantee the lowest prices or we will match.\n\nPut me to the test and I'll show you the best!

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GrindStone Construction
New to Angi

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

rindStone Construction LLC is a veteran-owned, licensed, and insured general contractor based in Cary, NC. We specialize in designing and building Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) — backyard cottages, in-law suites, and garage apartments — for homeowners across Raleigh, Cary, Apex, and Wake County.\n\nFrom our free 72-hour feasibility check to custom design, permitting, and turnkey construction, we manage the entire process so you can add living space, rental income, or multigenerational housing with confidence.\n\nWith values rooted in integrity, quality, and respect, GrindStone delivers a smooth, transparent building experience for Triangle homeowners looking to maximize their property’s potential.

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Raleigh, 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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