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E.G. Roofing
4.8(
24
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"These guys are awesome. Ervin came out and gave an estimate on 4/18 and we agreed on a price. On 4/24 he showed up with a full crew and had my entire roof replaced in under 5 hours. My neighbors across the street are going on week 2 of their roofing project, they should have hired Ervin. I would absolutely recommend this company to anyone looking for honest work at a great price. One of the best professionals I've ever dealt with."
Response time1 day
Recommended by73%of homeowners
MSW Construction
4.5(
25
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contracted MSW to install 155 ft of wood picket fence. Merv was very good about calling me back to schedule the work. The quality of the finished fence just really impressed me. I could not have done as good of a job, and I have installed many fences for myself. MSW gave me a fair price and did an excellent job. I hope to hire MSW again for some bigger projects. I would not hesitate to hire Merv (MSW) again. I am more than 100% satisfied."
Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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A-1 REMODELING & MORE LLC
5.0(
4
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

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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

25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R&R ROOFING AND EXTERIORS LLC
5.0(
5
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

At R&R Roofing & Exteriors, we believe homeowners deserve honest answers, quality workmanship, and a contractor they can trust. We’re a locally owned company serving Auburn, Fort Wayne, DeKalb County, Allen County, and surrounding communities.\nWe specialize in roof repairs and replacements, gutter repair and replacement, siding, windows, doors, and other exterior home improvements. Whether you have storm damage, an aging roof, a gutter problem, or simply want to improve the look and protection of your home, we're here to help.\nOur approach is simple: we inspect the problem, explain what we find, and give you straightforward options without high-pressure sales. We treat every home like it's our own and take pride in doing the job right.\nFrom the first conversation through completion, we focus on clear communication, dependable service, and quality workmanship.

Roof
Auburn roof
Roof replacement
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Under Pressure 260 LLC
5.0(
3
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Window Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"The customer service is excellent! Tyler contacted me regarding my request on Angi within an hour of filling out my request. He ran by my house, after asking if it was ok to do so, to look at what needed to be done. He had a very professional written estimate to me that same afternoon. He worked with my schedule to get the job done. Koby was out and power washed my house, pergola and Adirondack chairs this morning. He did an excellent job. Everything looks so nice, clean and ready for summer. Very satisfied with my experience with Under Pressure 260 LLC! I would definitely use them again!"
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sentri Homes
2.8(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Harlan, 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."
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mister Drywall Solution
4.0(
2
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For Business+2 more

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Had problems showing up on time. Had to put on vinyl siding but struggled to get it right. Had to repaint inside wall 3 times, had to re-mud twice. Tried really hard to do a good job and kept coming back until I was satisfied. Brought 3 year old son to the job (mother was present but would have gotten more done without having to watch him). Very pleasant and eager to please but not sure of their experience level."
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Drywall
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Drywall

+5

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

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.

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.

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

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