Inside-Out

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Introduction

I won't tolerate the "Can't see it from my house" attitude. Good enough is NOT good enough. My specialties include but are not limited to... decks, patio covers/gazebos/pergolas, wood flooring, custom cabinets, shelves, bookcases, crown molding, base and case molding & custom furniture. Turning a piece of wood into something usable and appealing still inspires me.

Overview

Hired 52 times

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1 employee

10 years in business

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SunClosedMon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash and Check.

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Kenneth K.

Feb 27, 2025

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We will use him for any needs ahead so nice to have timely,quality work Please check out in and out when you need work done

Details: Garage, carport, or shed • Replacement of portions of existing structure • Residential

Inside-Out's reply

Thank you, I appreciate the kind words!

General Carpentry

Karyn N.

Dec 10, 2024

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Jim of Inside-Out tore down and rebuilt our second story deck and stairway and we are beyond thrilled with it. His work is exceptional. He communicated everything and kept us informed every step of the way. We can't believe how much work he did every day! Jim is very personable and a pleasure to work with.

Details: Remodel or renovation of existing deck or porch • No existing plans, but I know what I want • Residential

Inside-Out's reply

Thank you so much, it was a pleasure working with you both!

Deck or Porch Remodel or Addition

Alicia R.

Nov 23, 2024

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Jim did a fantastic job designing and building a deck off our master bedroom for new hot tub. The added steps and bench seats were a perfect addition. Jim is professional, timely, and very reasonably priced. His craftsmanship is top notch and we look forward to having him back for another project this spring.

Details: New deck or porch construction • I have the plans and just need the installation • Residential

Inside-Out's reply

Thank you, it was a pleasure working with you guys!

Deck or Porch Remodel or Addition

Brent B.

Jun 30, 2017

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Jim is our go-to-guy for all of our carpentry projects. He has worked for us or several projects, including: Custom game table. The table Jim built for us is a work of art! It has a top that we can use for board games, as well as a built in TV that we can watch, or use for maps in table top role playing games! It has dice holders, cup holders, electrical outlets, the works! We couldn't be more happy with Jim's work, but we are also very satisfied with his fair prices, professional work ethic and the obvious pride he puts into his projects. Root cellar: The restoration of our root cellar was the third project Jim has done for us. I was actually a little nervous to call Jim, because root cellars are increasingly rare, and I really had no clue what we needed. But, my wife loves the idea of having a root cellar, and the old one was falling apart, so I needed help from someone. Jim responded the same way he did on our first two projects, with a “can do” attitude and a matching work ethic. He designed a new cellar frame for us, complete with a sloped and shingled roof, a lifting trap door, siding, ventilation and repaired masonry. He also took into account the deck which we would eventually be building over the top of it. The work was completed on time and on budget, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. Needless to say, we will be asking Jim to put in a bid our new deck as well. Deck: Our deck is the fourth project with Jim, and by far the largest. We had drawn up some plans and had a good idea of what we wanted. However when we showed the plans around, several contractors tried to make big changes, saying that it would be too complex and expensive, or that we should make changes that would make the deck easier to build. We even had one guy try to sell us on taking out the lower deck and replacing it with elevated landscaping! Yes, that guy was in the landscape business. However when we showed the plans to Jim he responded, as always, by putting together a plan to accomplish what we wanted not what was easier for him. As the project progressed, Jim brought great ideas to the table to make the deck better, and relentlessly drove the project to completion. He is very dedicated to the quality of his work. At the end of the project, the City Inspector said that it was one of the most solid and well constructed decks he had ever seen. Jim also handed suppliers, managed the return of some extra materials, and just generally made sure that the deck of our dreams was built solid as a rock. We couldn’t be happier, and the results speak for themselves. One funny anecdote about the project. One day my 16 year old son was helping Jim move some lumber around in our garage. My son accidentally dropped a stack of wood, and it landed on our scoop shovel and broke it. It wasn’t a big deal at all, but Jim insisted on replacing the shovel at his expense, even though it was my son who broke it! He said “it was damaged on my job, so it’s my responsibility.” Personally, I don’t really think it was... but that shows you the level of ownership Jim takes on his projects.

Patio Remodel or Addition

Travis W.

2 weeks ago

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Arrived early and completed the work as promised. Very happy with results.

Details: Staining • Small (1 - 150 sq ft) • Residential

Inside-Out's reply

Thanks Travis, it was a pleasure working with your parents!

Deck Staining and Sealing

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License Type: General Contractor - Registration (ID)

License verified on 8/30/2024

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Jim Spitzer

FAQs

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I will schedule an appointment to come to your home and speak with you about your project. I will take all the measurements needed and then work up a no cost estimate based on your needs. If you wish to move forward we schedule a start/completion date.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been a Journeyman carpenter for the past 35 years.
What types of customers have you worked with?
Custom cabinets and backyard decks are probably the most common requests.

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