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Masters Interior Carpentry
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I recently hired Masters Interior Carpentry to redo the flooring in my home, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, their team was professional, detail-oriented, and extremely skilled. They helped me choose the perfect flooring that matched my style and needs, and the installation process was smooth and efficient. The craftsmanship is outstanding – the floors look absolutely stunning and have transformed the entire space! They were also very respectful of my home, leaving everything clean and tidy at the end of each day. I highly recommend Masters Interior Carpentry to anyone looking for quality carpentry work done right. Five stars all the way!"
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Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Masters Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tracy dismantled and hauled away our old wooden wheelchair ramp. He was very efficient and personable. As a senior citizen in very uncertain times, I was quite comfortable hiring him to get the job done. I've never had a contractor who cleaned up as he went. I was extremely happy with his work. I'd give him 200 stars!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate96%
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Your Handyman-Jeff Ashcraft
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Jeff Ashcraft and his team were professional courteous and punctual. The work was done quickly but with care to take care of property in the remodel area. The most important thing that made working with Jeff a good experience is his dedication to good customer service. I would recommend Jeff and his team for any project, large or small, and he will work closely with you every step of the way. Great work and I feel fortunate to have selected a contractor wisely."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Apex Design Build
4.5(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was a relatively small job but Apex Design Build was able to work me in and get the repairs done. Isis thoroughly explained the repair process and answered all my questions. The work was first rate. I'm pleased with the results. I am a repeat customer and intend to use Apex Design Build as my go-to source for future work."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Phelps & Sons Construction
4.8(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Phelps & Sons Construction were wonderful to work with - professional, competent, and efficient. Tom went out of his way to communicate every step and made the process very doable. We will recommend them to everyone!"
Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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The Trim Doctor
4.8(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic work! Myles Dover and his associate did a bang up job replacing my treads and risers with new red oak planks. It required careful work, intricate cuts and precision. They did a FIRST RATE JOB! They were professional, ethical and friendly. VERY EASY TOO WORK WITH!!! I have already booked him for two other jobs at my house. USE HIM!!!"
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Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

Enhances property value, ensures safety, and provides a sound basis for future construction.

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.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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