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Sam Lengacher Construction llc
5.0(
11
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sam and his crew were outstanding from start to finish! Sam's son, Lavern, was great on keeping us informed along the way. Definitely recommend to anyone looking to do an addition to their home. They also did a great job on reroofing entire home. The new garage addituon looks like it was built when the house was originally built. Great quality work and attention to detail! Outstanding job and a job well done!!!!!"
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Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JD Yoder Builder, Inc.
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

JD Yoder Builder, Inc., specializes in building custom insulated concrete homes that offer green alternatives and saves energy. In addition, we also pride ourselves in barns, sheds, storm shelters and out buildings. Call us today for a free estimate!

Harvest Build Co
New to Angi
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Proudly serving Michiana with dependable handyman services, new construction, and quality craftsmanship. Whether it’s home repairs, installations, remodeling projects, or everyday maintenance, we’re here to help bring your vision to life.\n\nBuilt on faith, honesty, and hard work, we believe in treating every home as if it were our own. No job is too small—we’re committed to serving our community with integrity and excellence.\n\nFaith. Family. Craftsmanship.\n\nContact us today for a free estimate!

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E.G. Renovations, LLC General Contractors
4.0(
17
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

"Enos is a very nice man...respectful of homeowners wishes. Always returned phone calls and was courteous and prompt. Best contractor that I worked with in many years. Did a beautiful job. He tore off old wood siding and replaced with vinyl cedar shake."
Response time3 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Changes Unlimited
4.4(
70
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

"They did excellent work and it was professional job. He explained the process in detail. He covered the area and floor with plastic to keep floors clean. He took his time but did very nice job. Highly recommend."
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Unfinished Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

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.

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

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.

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.

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