Flooring America

Before you hire Flooring America

• The typical home in Evanston was built in 1953.
• With 76% of Evanston's homes built before 1980, many are covered by federal lead rules: any home built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint, and under the EPA's Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) rule, contractors who disturb painted surfaces in those homes must be lead-safe certified by the EPA or an authorized state program. Ask to see the firm's certification.
• Heavy snow (about 38 inches a year) means roofs, decks and additions must be framed for the snow load set by the local building department.

Local data for carpenters in Evanston · Licensing boards by state · Which jobs need a permit

Sources: state licensing boards, U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) and NOAA climate normals, as shown on the city page.