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Brandon Ellers Home Remodeling
4.7(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brandon and his team did a great job remodeling our bathroom. He was very knowledgeable, respectful and responsive with any questions I had . Will definitely use him again in the future."
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+4

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sam Lengacher Construction llc
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Harlan, IN and surrounding areas

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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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+15

Response time2 days
7 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

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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 questions, answered by experts

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

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.

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