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Tillman Carpentry LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Highland, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"It has been our pleasure to have Tillman Carpentry complete our privacy fence project! Zachery helped us work within our budget, providing a very fair quote. Their great, hard-working crew did a top notch job, completing our 80' fence in one day. We are very pleased with the end result and highly recommend Tillman Carpentry!"
New Homes
New Garage
New Garage
New Garage
New house and deck

+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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M & M Roofing
4.7(
103
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Serving Highland, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had our chimney tuck pointed and a roof put on the house. The old roof wasn’t torn down this it wasn’t in real bad shape and there was only one layer on. The work was all done in one day and everything was cleaned up when they left."
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.7(
266
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Serving Highland, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great company to work with. I had seamless gutters and all the fascia boards and trim, capped. The project manager, Devan, answered all my questions and let me know what to expect. Aaron, who lead the crew doing the work, was very professional. Other than how wonderful my house looks now, they left no trace of being here. The workmanship is spot on! I would recommend them highly!"
2069 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Smart Dova's Home Service and Renovation, LLC
4.8(
22
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Serving Highland, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"After so many negative experiences with people claiming to be "professionals" I contacted Mr Whitingham at Smart Dova's Home Renovation to install several blinds.  After my request for a quote he responded with a return call within minutes.  He came right over. We agreed on a price. He returned when promised and completed the job.  I was very happy with the outcome, so when I wanted to get estimates for a very large renovation, I again called Smart Dova. He gave me a detailed estimate, and a start date. When he began the demolition, he brought a large crew. For every phase: demolition, reframing, insulation installation, the necessary wiring, installation of fixtures, drywall, painting, and refinishing the fireplace and the hardwood floors, he had an appropriate crew for the work.  He discussed each phase with me. Relative to the amount of work, the entire project was completed in a very reasonable time frame. He pays attention to every aspect of each room. He even completed many deta"
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+19

Response time11 hrs
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Quinlan Construction - Decks and Renovations
4.4(
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Serving Highland, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The job was done beautifully; the workers and Mr. Quinlan was professional and courteous at all times. the site was left organized, and all debris was removed daily. Would hire for next project. Unable to upload pictures will send by email"
Old Kitchen Cabinets
Old Flooring
Old Cabinets / Sink
Finish Kitchen
Back Yard Deck & Bridge

+9

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Juan-Stop Construction
4.5(
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Serving Highland, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tried getting my composite deck done for 2 years. Hired and fired 2 different builders. Juan came in and fixed their work and got the deck completed in a timely manner. He was a pleasure to work with & Iâ d highly recommend him!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Home Improvements by Mike and Son
4.6(
5
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Serving Highland, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike Jentel did an outstanding job of repairing and painting our kitchen ceiling that had received water damage from water leaking from the upstairs bathroom. He used plastic sheets to protect the kitchen area and did an excellent clean up job. He drove to the paint shop to get the exact color paint needed. This was fine service for a very reasonable cost."
Past Project
Past Project
Past Project
Past Project
Past Project

+4

Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Mr Handyman of Munster - Cedar Lake
5.0(
4
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Serving Highland, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"We hired Mr. Handyman for drywall and tile work in our bathroom update, and the job came out great. He was professional, respectful of our space, and completed the work in a timely manner. The finished drywall looks smoothed, and the tile work is solid and well done. Overall, a very good experience."
Project Photos
Cellar Door Replace
Door Before/After
Drywall Repair
Fence Before Repair

+3

25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal.

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.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

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