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Martin Home Improvement
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+3 more

Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bruce is fantastic to work with. Heâ s a super nice guy and he does what he says heâ s going to do. Pricing is always fair and competitive. Heâ s done several jobs for me inside and out. Highly recommend for any type of handyman job needed."
Replacing Treads
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Almost finished
Stairs redone and refinished

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JBA Construction & Services
New to Angi
Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install

Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today! \n

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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
RDZ Diverse Solutions LLC
New to Angi
Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+3 more

Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Hi! Found yourself in need of handyman, builder, fabricator, operator. The list gos on. Names Ryan and rdz diverse solutions llc is my company. Capable of a multitude of tasks, jobs, projects. Attention to detail. With completion in a timely manner. At a reasonable cost to you. Hope to get your business. I take great pride in the Quality of work i put out and expect from those around me thats my reputation and my business’s. Im striving for the oh hey I know a guy recommendations Thanks for your time hope to get your business.

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MWC Construction
4.1(
120
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent all the way around.  Courteous, professional and prompt. In addition to a badly needed driveway replacement,  I wanted to add a step to the front porch so they were easier for me and others to manage going up and down them.  Mike gave me suggestions on  how to do that and how to improve the whole look of the entry way.  The crew were able to get to my job quicker than they initially thought and all was done professionally and on time.  I would use this company again and recommend it to others.
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+8

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Premier Painting
4.2(
57
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Premiere Painting took on my job that four other painters declined on due to the complexity of the job. I have a large master bedroom, bath and closet with extensive woodwork. Beau paid tremendous attention to detail in preparing the job. Words cannot describe the quality of work that was done! His focus on the minor details was quite impressive! The job turned out better than I expected and I couldn't be happier! If you are looking for a quality painter that is honest, has a strong work ethic, and takes pride in his work then you cannot go wrong with Premiere Painting!"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

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