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Sentri Homes
2.9(
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Serving Fowler, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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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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The Refiner's Collective
5.0(
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Serving Fowler, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Credit card accepted

"The Refiner's Collective did an awesome job listening and doing exactly what I asked for. The owner was empathetic and engaged with my family's needs. The crew that came was courteous and friendly and the communication throughout the project was strong. Highly recommend this vendor!"
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
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FD General Contractors, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Fowler, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"FD General Contractors were so nice, professional and Davis and Franklin were so accommodating. When they finished installing the fence they made sure I was satisfied with the work they did, and they did an excellent job of cleaning up when done. I would highly recommend this company."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Santos the Handyman
New to Angi

Serving Fowler, IN and surrounding areas

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I am an experienced residential carpenter with a full time job in construction. Even with that I have a full family on my single income so it would be my pleasure to take care of your smaller projects in the evenings and weekends. Ive been building and renovation homes since 2004 and have handled many different projects so feel free to share contact info for your needs. Thank you

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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.

The average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

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. 

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

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