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Top-Rated Carpenters in Decatur - Updated Nov 2026

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Built Tough
5.0(
7
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+5 more

Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"There are those rare and pleasant moments when you encounter a service provider and the only word you can come up with is WOW! These guys were great- on time, kind, personable, competent, capable and efficient. I?m new to the Ft. Wayne area and like I?m sure other transplants wonder if I will be lucky enough to find good help when I need it. The answer these guys gave by their actions is a resounding yes. They can rest assured when I am looking for help in the future, they will be the first to get the call from me."
Zack Kitchen
Zack Kitchen
Zack Kitchen
Zack Kitchen
Zack Kitchen

+98

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by40%of homeowners
Five-Star Lawn Care and Deck Building, LLC
4.5(
11
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Five-Star did an awesome job putting a new fence in for us. Very professional with great communication from start to finish. No yard damage and they did a fantastic job with clean up afterwards. Not a single dirt clump or rock in the yard after digging and setting all of the posts. I highly recommend Five-Star."
Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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R&R ROOFING AND EXTERIORS LLC
5.0(
9
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Best Customer Service ever. Did our roof quickly with a great team of workers. We had quotes from other companies and they had the most decent price. Communication was excellent. Very impressed with the cleanup too! In process of telling my family and friends of their great workmanship!!!"
Roof
Auburn roof
Roof replacement
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A-1 REMODELING & MORE LLC
5.0(
4
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A1 Remodeling & More did two projects for us. Replaced our cedar siding with vinyl siding and did a roof replacement. Both projects went very well and they delivered exactly what they said they would."
Outdoor Patio Project
Outdoor Patio Project
Outdoor Patio Project
Outdoor Patio Project
Outdoor Patio Project

+10

36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Topline Construction & Home Improvements
New to Angi
Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Topline Construction & Home Improvements 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!

Trim & Siding Installment
Trim & Siding Installment
Trim & Siding Installment
New Standing Seam Roof
New Standing Seam Roof

+6

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry FAQs, 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.

Proper Murphy bed installation minimizes the risk of wall damage. A secure attachment requires making some holes for anchors or brackets, but these can be easily patched if the bed is removed. To ensure the installation is done correctly and safely, hiring a professional is recommended, especially if you have limited DIY experience.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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