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R&R ROOFING AND EXTERIORS LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

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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
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MSW Construction
4.5(
25
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

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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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Under Pressure 260 LLC
5.0(
3
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Window Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

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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!"
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Sentri Homes
2.9(
44
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Harlan, 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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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

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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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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

If the bowing basement wall is less than 2 inches, steel or carbon fiber straps are the best solution. For bowing that is more than 2 inches, wall anchors are the most effective. A contractor can help you decide the best method of repair for your home's foundation and also address the root cause of the trouble.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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.

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