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Masters Interior Carpentry
5.0(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Josh is a great framer and handyman. He knows the trade and he has genuine contacts that care about customer services and quality. Great work all around will hire again for future jobs guaranteed. Fantastic service on installed all my doors interior and exterior. Thank you again Josh."
power washer
power washer
washed and stained
Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Masters Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tracy did a fantastic job addressing extensive wood rot issues on our screened porch. The wood replacement, caulking, painting, and finishing work were all first rate. We look forward to working with him again on other home repair projects!"
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+54

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MCIS Property Improvements
5.0(
49
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very happy with the work. I had a wonky frame but they were still able to fit the window in nicely. Very good customer service as well."
Exterior Trim Around Window
Exterior Work
Insulated Glass Replacement
Trim and light replacement
After picture of trim

+38

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Your Handyman-Jeff Ashcraft
4.8(
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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

"He explained to me why I have been having trouble with the storm door since it was installed and finally tightened the frame so that it shut firmly. I have had this looked at both by the company that installled it and by another handyman before and they had not helped. He also reattached some wood onto a removable window grid and inserted the grid into the window so that it finally stayed put, which, again, it has not done for some time. He was straightforward, pleasant and very fair.
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Handyman Connection of Carmel
4.3(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The repair went well and looks good. I had to provide all of the materials and do all of the preparation. But for the cost, it was fair. And the carpenter cleaned up afterwards and left everything stacked nicely. The experience was a little less personal than I typically like.
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Sleek updated kitchen remodel. Designed by the homeowner and installed by Handyman Connection.
Ceramic Tile
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+23

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Maynor Construction, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I added or made changes to the scope of work (siding). Satisfied with work, guys are great. Wish they had more availability for more work."
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Screened In Porch 1
Screened In Porch 2
Sunroom & Screened Porch

+41

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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

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.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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