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Ameri-Construction, LLC
5.0(
9
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Closet - Build

Serving Granger, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Kenneth has done work for me over the last 10 years. He is trustworthy and does good work. Having a discussion upfront about what you want is important, but he does his best to please."
Carpet
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bathroom

+60

Response time3 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Crestview Woodworking
5.0(
2
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Granger, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They outfitted my library with wrap-around built-in shelving. Also built and installed custom mudroom bench/hutch. Excellent workmanship, personable and professional service. Highly recommend."
Coffee Bars
Option #1
Option #2
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+3

Response time2 days
Response rate91%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sentri Homes
2.9(
39
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Granger, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Yes, Corian® and other solid surface materials can be cut with standard woodworking tools, such as a circular saw or a jigsaw. However, it is crucial to use the correct type of blade to avoid damaging the material.

For a circular saw, a tungsten carbide-tipped blade is required; a triple chip grind blade is highly recommended. For a jigsaw, you should use a fine-tooth down-cutting blade. Do not use blades designed for cutting wood, as they can cause microfractures that weaken the edges of the countertop. A diamond blade is also unnecessary, as those are designed for harder materials like natural stone, which Corian is not.

After cutting, the edge will be rough. It is essential to sand and smooth the cut edge to prevent microfractures, which can eventually compromise the integrity of the countertop.

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

Floor joists provide support and stability to the flooring installed above them, whether it be hardwood, tile, or carpet. They’re essentially horizontal beams that hold up the subfloor and everything that lies on top of it. Floor joists also help evenly distribute weight across their structure so that it’s shared between walls, beams, and your foundation.

Carpentry is a skilled trade and requires many years of experience to acquire the skills necessary to do the job efficiently and correctly. Because every home requires a carpenter at some stage of the building process, carpenters are typically in high demand. The higher the skill level, the higher the hourly rate the carpenter can charge.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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