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Brindley's Brush & Build
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Depauw, 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
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel

+46

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GREATER DAY HOME PROJECTS L.L.C.
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Depauw, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

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"This company did such a good job with my fence, my fence was so beaten up from all the kids living in my house, lol. I have such a big family, And when they came over they gave me the best service. They were friendly and gave me a great price. Highly recommend."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Seavers Quality
4.5(
25
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Depauw, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

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Emergency services offered

"Mr Seavers and his crew were fantastic. They were friendly and professional. Mr Seavers showed me other work he'd completed and did an awesome job. The job was completed in 1 day and wasn't rushed. He redid everything the previous people screwed up and now my deck and gazebo are safe to use. Seavers Quality was a godsend for me and I will be recommending his company to anyone who want expertise and Quality workmanship."
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Decks & Porches Project
Fencing Project
Flooring Sales/Installation/Repair Project
Ceramic Tile Project

+20

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Twin Enterprises
4.8(
4
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Depauw, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very Professional Very Productive they worked hard as well as quickly they went above and exceeded expectations They thoroughly as took the initiative to take the foliage and branches to the edge of the street to be taken care by the City. I would definitely use them again as well as tell others. Thank you Twin Enterprises"
Response time1 day
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Jordon Edmonds
5.0(
3
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Deck or Porch - RepairFurniture - Build Custom

Serving Depauw, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Highly recommend Jordon! Very professional, outgoing personality, trustworthy, and honest! He built a gazebo for us that said it needed 3/4 people to build. Kept us updated throughout the process as we was working while we was and would even reach out if he fount a dent, scratch, etc to see if we would like it to get replaced before it assembled."
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Sentri Homes
2.8(
36
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Depauw, 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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Derby City Deck Repair
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Depauw, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

I have been doing this type of business for 30 yrs both with professional Companies and independently. I take great pride in my work like it was my own. I am very picky myself and with my work down to the last nail. I never rush my work I do it precisely as the customer request. At various stages of the job I will walk around with customer to make sure things are being done to their satisfaction. If need to be we will make corrections at that very moment till your satisfied. I guarantee my work and services to your satisfaction. I want to walk away knowing all my customers are happy with my services. Hope will recommend me to other possible customers and future work for them.

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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.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

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.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

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