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Avatar for Papas Painting and Construction
Papas Painting and Construction
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Charlestown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Was hired for many projects, painting was just one. Trim carpentry work was tedious, yet completed perfectly. I had a wide variety of contractors, therefore Papaâ s had to accommodate and work around many obstacles. My long list was completed on schedule, but most important to me is that any issues I found, no matter how small, were resolved promptly and without question."
Painted entire home
Painted exterior of home
Exterior painting
Privacy fence build
Privacy fence build

+37

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
256 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Royal Property Services
4.6(
22
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Charlestown, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very pleased with Royal Property Services. Ben and his crew did an excellent job replacing the boards on our deck floor and the top railing boards. Precise and professional workmanship."
Deck Rebuild
Assembly
Bathroom Remodel
Drywall & Paint Remodel
Deck Remodel

+25

Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GREATER DAY HOME PROJECTS L.L.C.
5.0(
12
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Charlestown, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The guys poured a slab and constructed a custom shed. They took my vision and turned it into a very functional, modern looking addition to our home. They also built a modern looking fence to help us hide some AC units and utilities. They were professional and communicated through the whole process. Would highly recommend."
Response time2 days
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rafael Solorzano Construction
4.9(
17
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Carpentry Framing - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Charlestown, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The job was done quickly and efficiently. I will use them for any projects I need to be done in the future. If it is something that they can work with, that is. So far, the price that I was quoted for this project was absolutely the best that I had been quoted by anyone else. Jose, was in and out in about 15 minutes with this project. Although it was nothing major he still got it finished quickly."
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+25

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Scott Wilson Carpentry, LLC
5.0(
1
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Charlestown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Scott Wilson Carpentry, LLC, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Scott Wilson Gazebo
Scott Wilson Wood Pens
Scott Wilson Wood Carving
Scott Wilson Chair
Scott Wilson

+5

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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, you can hang picture frames, shelves, and other items on Trusscore panels. For lightweight items (less than 30 pounds), the company recommends using adhesive strips rather than nails or screws. However, you’ll need to secure heavier objects to a stud in the wall. In these situations, Trusscore recommends cutting away the panel material and fastening the object to the stud with metal hardware.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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