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RG Carpentry
4.5(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Bloomington, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Arrived on time and immediately went to work. He replaced a garbage disposal, replaced trim boards on a shed, and installed trellises with additional trim on patio. Very satisfied with work. Would hire again."
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Recommended by62%of homeowners
Mills Construction
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bloomington, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Extremely pleased with both the level of professionalism and customer service. Martin and his assistants went above and beyond what I expected. Very positive experience, which has been rare in our recent construction experiences. On time, quality work, does what he says and has great ideas. You can tell he is a true carpenter/designer that loves his work. We highly recommend and have already requested him for future projects."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Golden Nails Construction
4.2(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install+1 more

Serving Bloomington, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Dan and his crew were very pleasant and professional to work with ! They replaced decking upstairs and on main deck , bad boards and railings , stained bottom deck . Also replaced bathroom tiles , fixed pantry door , and also nailed all loose trim around house , replaced upstairs toilet and removed old one . Took all of my unwanted furniture and miscellaneous items and hauled away for me . Also helped me clean out garage ! They were very helpful and I would definitely hire them again !"
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Mr. Miyagi's LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Bloomington, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Absolute best care you can expect. Treated the place like it was his own. Want to highlight their ability to tackle new projects. I had multiple projects (new flooring, new trim, new lights, new plumbing, etc..) in a full blown remodel. Did fabulous work! I love getting to enjoy my new living space each and every day."
Response time3 days
Response rate85%
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

Bow windows need support because they are large and extend out from the exterior wall of the home. Bow windows may extend 1 foot to several feet from the outside of the home, so you’ll need to provide additional support to handle this weight. A window contractor will be able to provide the proper amount of support for your new bow window.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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. 

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