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R&R ROOFING AND EXTERIORS LLC
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Berne, IN and surrounding areas

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At R&R Roofing & Exteriors, we believe homeowners deserve honest answers, quality workmanship, and a contractor they can trust. We’re a locally owned company serving Auburn, Fort Wayne, DeKalb County, Allen County, and surrounding communities.\nWe specialize in roof repairs and replacements, gutter repair and replacement, siding, windows, doors, and other exterior home improvements. Whether you have storm damage, an aging roof, a gutter problem, or simply want to improve the look and protection of your home, we're here to help.\nOur approach is simple: we inspect the problem, explain what we find, and give you straightforward options without high-pressure sales. We treat every home like it's our own and take pride in doing the job right.\nFrom the first conversation through completion, we focus on clear communication, dependable service, and quality workmanship.

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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Berne, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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Offers commercial services

With three years of hands-on experience in framing, remodeling, and home additions, We provide reliable and detail-oriented work throughout all Indiana and Ohio. We have experience with residential & commercial framing, renovations, and structural improvements.\n\nI believe in doing things the right way — solid structure, clean finishes, and clear communication. My goal is to deliver quality results that homeowners can trust.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

Costs depend on furniture type, size, complexity, and whether additional modifications are needed.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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