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Avatar for DR Does It
DR Does It
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+4 more

Serving Elkhart, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were quick! It was less than $1000 on what I was quoted first."
Deck Build
Deck Build
Fence build
Fence build
Fence build

+7

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Apex Exterior Pros
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Elkhart, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My husband and I are VERY pleased with the work done on our home this evening! Great Customer Service!"
House soft wash
House soft wash
House soft wash
House soft wash
House soft wash

+24

Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ameri-Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Closet - Build

Serving Elkhart, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"This company has done a lot of work on my home and I am 100% satisfied with their work ethic and the work they do"
Carpet
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bathroom

+60

Response time3 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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TKW Remodeling LLC
4.9(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Elkhart, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in offering the best possible experience with our expertise, quality, and customer service. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients; we take great care to work and communicate with everyone in a professional manner. It is our mission to exceed our clients expectations by providing excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start of each project to its completion. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Recommended by27%of homeowners
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TKW Remodeling LLC
4.8(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Elkhart, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Easy to work withâ ¦.straight forward and works with your schedule and keeps you advised of how the project is goingâ ¦..would recommend them to others"
Kitchen
Hallway
Dining Room
Hallway
Kitchen

+3

Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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