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Brindley's Brush & Build
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Chandler, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"Brindley was incredible! I'm not sure I have ever seen anyone as industrious and thorough. He stayed true to his estimate. He prepped the deck, replaced the weather damaged planks and spindles. Everything was done in a timely manner. I could not be more pleased. Photos available."
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Bathroom remodel
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Bathroom remodel

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Man Cave Essentials
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Chandler, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My handrails had been dinged from the hailstorm in May. This pro came to see what needed to be done, gave me an estimate of the cost to redo these by sanding, spray painting with primer, and the material cost. When he showed up as promised, he covered all the exposed portions of the porch with plastic and cardboard to avoid unwanted paint smears. The handrails look almost new and that is amazing since they are original to the house and have been painted many times. Very professional."
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Response time12 hrs
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
Higgs Handyman Repair
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Chandler, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"I broke in my door and had no idea how to go about getting help to repair it. I found Higgs Handyman Repair and I am extremely satisfied with the service. I am impressed by the quality of work and was how friendly, efficient and easy communication was. The project was completed in just a few hours. Thank you for saving my door and preventing me from replacing the whole thing!"
Deck repair
Deck repair
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.8(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Chandler, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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Oaks Handyman
New to Angi
Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+2 more

Serving Chandler, IN and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

With over 30 years of experience in carpentry, construction, roofing, and general handyman services, I’m here to help with projects around your home. If you need repairs, improvements, or maintenance, I would be happy to take care of it for you. Reliable, experienced, and ready to get the job done right.

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Carpentry questions, 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.

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. 

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

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.

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