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R & R Hauling
4.9(
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Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team of guys managed to get a kitchen stove from the basement via a staircase that required a 180 turn (2 in fact). They got all the bulky stuff I needed out in a very short time. I will definitely use them again."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Jill Seidner Interior Design
3.5(
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Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"We discussed designs for our family room. She was easy to work with and everything was done through email. We sent Jill details about the room and photos. She understood things well, sent us back ideas and a few room plans. We didn’t use her ideas but they were valuable for us for other perspectives. The deal was exactly what we expected."
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Midwest Sunrooms and Outdoor Living
5.0(
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Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

"We had a excellent experience with midwest sunrooms, they did a amazing job on our sunroom and patio cover, they were very professional and punctual throughout the entire project and made us feel very comfortable with the process. Definitely would recommend them to anyone looking to get a sunroom!!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Top Notch Renovations Facebook
4.6(
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Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired them to do a full kitchen remodel and it turned out fantastic I'm very happy with the result the towel work looks great also thanks you have a customer for life!!!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Countryside Remodeling
5.0(
2
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Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Look no further than Countryside Stabl Foundation & Remodeling for all your home improvement needs. We're a family and locally owned business with 35 years of experience. Count on the licensed, bonded and fully insured business to provide you with superior-quality services.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Premier Painting
4.2(
57
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Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish this was a top notch experience… from phone response to answering questions, suggestions on paint, price, the wonderful paint job, the cleanliness during and after work … this company exceeded everything I asked for … highly recommend!!"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"It is a waste of money. The great majority of people are not going to find any value out of the service. If you need design consultation, you need a full service consultation. If you already have knowledge and experience, and you just need to get a few ideas, then you don't need to pay for that. You can just get a magazine or a book since you already have the knowledge of basic designs in your head or a little bit of experience. To have someone call you and give you information over the phone, you are not getting the personal service that you need. You may as well take the money $49 and apply it to something else like getting someone else to come out and give you the service that you need. Because, you are not getting much, you are not getting anything at all. They are going to have you do the work. After talking to them and I was talking to other home designers, I found out that that was a waste of time and waste of money. I gave them a C because they didn't fail at what they do but they don't offer any value for what they do. There's not much value to it. The cost was fair. They didn't do a terrible job and the cost isn't terrible, it was only $49. It just has a very low value. For responsiveness I gave them a B because they will answer your phone and answer your emails."
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
Steve Meehan Tile
4.3(
11
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Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

"Both projects turned out beautifully, in spite of problems that Steve had to overcome with the original cheap tile. The original tile turned out to be very brittle and was incredibly difficult to remove. We had to take some detours to get to our end product, but Steve's creativity helped to overcome the unforeseen and turned out a wonderful result.

The second project was to remove our ruined carpet in our master bedroom and install a fantastic new product from Italy. The tiles look exactly like a wood floor. He laborously installed the tiles, using a 1/32nd inch grout line, which made the tiles look exactly like wood. A colored latex grout was the perfect finish."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for kitchen remodel projects in Harlan, IA

Your galley kitchen needs adequate clearance around any island installation to maintain functionality. Most galley kitchens lack sufficient width for traditional islands, as these layouts prioritize efficiency in smaller spaces. 

If your kitchen has an unusual width, consult with a kitchen designer who can evaluate your specific dimensions and recommend appropriate solutions. For narrower spaces, consider alternatives like rolling carts or narrow work tables that provide additional surface area without permanently restricting movement.

Kitchen remodels require six to 10 weeks for completion, though timelines vary based on project scope and material availability. Simple updates like cabinet refinishing and countertop replacement might finish within a few weeks, while comprehensive renovations involving structural changes often extend beyond two months. 

Planning stages add approximately four weeks before construction begins. Maintaining clear communication with your contractor and ordering materials early helps prevent unnecessary delays.

Common errors include insufficient clearance between opposing countertops, inadequate lighting that creates shadowy work areas, and poor storage planning that leaves countertops cluttered. Some homeowners select oversized appliances that overwhelm the space or invest in expensive features that don't address fundamental workflow issues. 

Careful planning, accurate measurements, and consultation with experienced professionals help avoid these pitfalls and ensure your renovation successfully addresses your kitchen's specific challenges.

Whether expansion makes sense depends on your home's layout, your budget, and your long-term plans. Combining a galley kitchen with neighboring spaces creates more open, flexible layouts that many buyers prefer. However, removing walls involves substantial costs, particularly if they contain plumbing, electrical systems, or structural elements. 

Sometimes, optimizing your existing galley layout through better storage solutions and lighting proves more cost-effective than expansion. Consult with a contractor to evaluate specific costs for your situation.

Effective galley kitchen lighting combines multiple sources to eliminate shadows and create visual spaciousness. Overhead fixtures provide general illumination, while under-cabinet lighting illuminates work surfaces directly. Consider recessed ceiling fixtures that don't protrude into limited headspace. 

Lighting with dimming capabilities allows adjustment for different activities. Reflective surfaces like glass tile backsplashes or glossy cabinet finishes help bounce light throughout the space, reducing the corridor effect common in galley layouts.

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