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Crestview Woodworking

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Crestview Woodworking

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 local quotes requested

Crestview Woodworking is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make sure their concerns are the basis of our business

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Mark M on July 2021

Crestview Woodworking is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make sure their concerns are the basis of our business

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Mark M on July 2021


E.G. Roofing

4.83(
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E.G. Roofing

4.83(
23
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Customers say: Terrific value
17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and our services are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! Call Ervin 260-442-5344 Thank you !

"Good"

Payaga N on August 2020

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and our services are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! Call Ervin 260-442-5344 Thank you !

"Good"

Payaga N on August 2020


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Quality Built Pergolas

4.72(
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Quality Built Pergolas

4.72(
90
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

Advantage of a Quality Built Pergolas.. Are your residents, guests or clients comfortable around the pool, patio, garden or dining area on a hot summer day? Are you constantly struggling with the elements to keep your umbrellas upright? Well, we have a shading solution for you. Install a beautiful, custom pergola from Quality Built Pergolas. Now, even your most sun-sensitive residents and guests can enjoy lounging around outside. An investment in our pergola will pay for itself over time. No Payments + No Interest if paid in full in 6 months! - A Quality Built Pergola is an ideal choice for: ? Hotel & Community Poolside ? Hospital Courtyards ? Country Clubs ? Outdoor Restaurant Seating ? Park District Facilities ? Senior Living Facilities ? Residential Backyards And much more!

"Incredibly beautiful pergola. Very solid. Exactly what we were looking for."

Daniel T on June 2025

Advantage of a Quality Built Pergolas.. Are your residents, guests or clients comfortable around the pool, patio, garden or dining area on a hot summer day? Are you constantly struggling with the elements to keep your umbrellas upright? Well, we have a shading solution for you. Install a beautiful, custom pergola from Quality Built Pergolas. Now, even your most sun-sensitive residents and guests can enjoy lounging around outside. An investment in our pergola will pay for itself over time. No Payments + No Interest if paid in full in 6 months! - A Quality Built Pergola is an ideal choice for: ? Hotel & Community Poolside ? Hospital Courtyards ? Country Clubs ? Outdoor Restaurant Seating ? Park District Facilities ? Senior Living Facilities ? Residential Backyards And much more!

"Incredibly beautiful pergola. Very solid. Exactly what we were looking for."

Daniel T on June 2025


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Sam Lengacher Construction llc

5.00(
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Sam Lengacher Construction llc

5.00(
11
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
62 local quotes requested

With over 30 years of experience, you can rely on our licensed and insured company to provide you with superior home improvement services. Call for your FREE estimate today! Whether you are looking for residential or commercial roofing, siding, or remodeling services, you can rely on our highly trained team. All of our projects are completed using premium material. You'll love the fast and cost-effective approach, we take to handling your property improvements. Get the reliable and honest service you deserve by calling our fully licensed and insured company today. Your roof will be in great hands when you call on Sam Lengacher Construction. With over 30 years of experience, you'll find that our fully licensed and insured company can handle any roofing concern you may have. We can even file your insurance claim. Protecting your family or business from the outside elements is our top concern. When we repair or replace your roof, you can trust that we will only use premium materials. Whether you are looking for a metal roof or shingles, we have the skills to work with a variety of roofing materials. Call for your FREE roof inspection today! No matter the size of your project, you can rely on our team to provide you with professional, reliable, and cost effective services. From repairs to replacements, we can do it all. Your satisfaction matters to us, which is why we will always work hard to exceed your expectations. You can have your roof replaced with limited impact to your business. We work around your schedule. When you choose our company to handle the repair or replacement of your existing siding, you are getting a team that is committed to providing you with competitively priced siding services. Siding can be used to improve the appearance of your property. Once your new siding is installed, you could see an increase in the value of your property. When you choose our company, you are going to get quality work from our honest, reliable, and friendly team. By offering you exceptional customer service and listening to your desires, we can complete your remodeling project to your specifications.

"Very helpful, considerate and did a great job!"

Erin P on May 2024

With over 30 years of experience, you can rely on our licensed and insured company to provide you with superior home improvement services. Call for your FREE estimate today! Whether you are looking for residential or commercial roofing, siding, or remodeling services, you can rely on our highly trained team. All of our projects are completed using premium material. You'll love the fast and cost-effective approach, we take to handling your property improvements. Get the reliable and honest service you deserve by calling our fully licensed and insured company today. Your roof will be in great hands when you call on Sam Lengacher Construction. With over 30 years of experience, you'll find that our fully licensed and insured company can handle any roofing concern you may have. We can even file your insurance claim. Protecting your family or business from the outside elements is our top concern. When we repair or replace your roof, you can trust that we will only use premium materials. Whether you are looking for a metal roof or shingles, we have the skills to work with a variety of roofing materials. Call for your FREE roof inspection today! No matter the size of your project, you can rely on our team to provide you with professional, reliable, and cost effective services. From repairs to replacements, we can do it all. Your satisfaction matters to us, which is why we will always work hard to exceed your expectations. You can have your roof replaced with limited impact to your business. We work around your schedule. When you choose our company to handle the repair or replacement of your existing siding, you are getting a team that is committed to providing you with competitively priced siding services. Siding can be used to improve the appearance of your property. Once your new siding is installed, you could see an increase in the value of your property. When you choose our company, you are going to get quality work from our honest, reliable, and friendly team. By offering you exceptional customer service and listening to your desires, we can complete your remodeling project to your specifications.

"Very helpful, considerate and did a great job!"

Erin P on May 2024


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Brandon Ellers Home Remodeling

4.20(
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Brandon Ellers Home Remodeling

4.20(
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Customers say: Quality work
41 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Brandon Ellers Home Remodeling is a professional remodeler that provides services such as home remodeling, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling and more in Fort Wayne, IN. Call us today. Floor Repair; Bathroom Remodel; Painting Service New Haven, IN Kitchen Remodeling, Home Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling Contractor, Kitchen and Bath Renovation, Residential Remodeling Company http://brandonellershomeremodeling.com/

"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."

Andy W on March 2025

Brandon Ellers Home Remodeling is a professional remodeler that provides services such as home remodeling, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling and more in Fort Wayne, IN. Call us today. Floor Repair; Bathroom Remodel; Painting Service New Haven, IN Kitchen Remodeling, Home Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling Contractor, Kitchen and Bath Renovation, Residential Remodeling Company http://brandonellershomeremodeling.com/

"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."

Andy W on March 2025


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Summit City Handyman and Cleaning Pros

4.63(
39
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Summit City Handyman and Cleaning Pros

4.63(
39
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 local quotes requested

Summit City Handyman and Cleaning Pros is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"He's very rude !. And a little conceited boasting on the things that he has. And charges way over what he should. Taking advantage "

Andy C on December 2024

Summit City Handyman and Cleaning Pros is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"He's very rude !. And a little conceited boasting on the things that he has. And charges way over what he should. Taking advantage "

Andy C on December 2024


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Summit City Roofing

5.00(
5
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Summit City Roofing

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
13 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We treat every customer like they are family, with a strong commitment to honesty and fair pricing for all!

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We treat every customer like they are family, with a strong commitment to honesty and fair pricing for all!


B Squared Quality Construction LLC

4.20(
5
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B Squared Quality Construction LLC

4.20(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
86 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

Roofing - siding - decks - new construction) ( been in the construction business for combine of 30 yrs ) we are a smaller company so there for you can be treated as a customer not just as another job we are there for you start to finish

"AWESOME COMPANY. Their knowledge, customer service and care was top notch. I was truly blessed to have them fix my problem in my “old/odd house”. I called for an estimate to get access on a pipe behind a wall and they fix it all!!!!! Great great company and workers. Thanks, fincher"

Tineshia F on December 2023

Roofing - siding - decks - new construction) ( been in the construction business for combine of 30 yrs ) we are a smaller company so there for you can be treated as a customer not just as another job we are there for you start to finish

"AWESOME COMPANY. Their knowledge, customer service and care was top notch. I was truly blessed to have them fix my problem in my “old/odd house”. I called for an estimate to get access on a pipe behind a wall and they fix it all!!!!! Great great company and workers. Thanks, fincher"

Tineshia F on December 2023


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New Vision Remodeling Company

4.38(
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New Vision Remodeling Company

4.38(
8
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Customers say: Quality work
111 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

New Vision Construction welcomes you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality craftsmanship will accurately reflect your tasks and lifestyle. We are known for our prompt service and superior attention to detail. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience and will not keep you waiting. Call us today for your free estimate. You will be pleased you did. Thank you!

"Every thing went great and in a timely and reasonable price they quoted in advance. A lot of places try to up there prices after there quote but they held firm with there pricing quote. If we had any questions they were there with answers. Great people to work with."

Gary H on June 2025

New Vision Construction welcomes you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality craftsmanship will accurately reflect your tasks and lifestyle. We are known for our prompt service and superior attention to detail. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience and will not keep you waiting. Call us today for your free estimate. You will be pleased you did. Thank you!

"Every thing went great and in a timely and reasonable price they quoted in advance. A lot of places try to up there prices after there quote but they held firm with there pricing quote. If we had any questions they were there with answers. Great people to work with."

Gary H on June 2025


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Expert Builders

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Expert Builders

1.00(
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89 local quotes requested

Expert Builders LLC was founded on the mindset that every project should use only the best quality materials and be completed by experienced craftsmen dedicated to excellent workmanship. Bringing 14 years of building experience to your project, we have the ability to design and build any house, garage, pole barn and deck to the homeowner’s specifications. We also love to get creative, so no ideas are turned to the side. Your imagination is the limit! Located in LaGrange county, we serve clients within a two hour radius. We pride ourselves on putting our full effort into customer satisfaction, and we can’t wait to hear about your project! Give us a call today and let’s bring your dream to reality.

"I am coming here to say that a series of unfortunate events happened to me and my husband. Do not for any reason build your home with Expert Builders LLC. Also known as Joe Troyer. We had the worst experience when building with them. This builder is a liar and one of the most disrespectful Builders to work with. We spent so much time saving and putting down $40,000 for this home. We signed a contract for a certain amount and we were aware that because of our septic cost, we were going to have to cut on a few things in the home. Which it only ended up being our insulation and drywall in our garage which he told us, that ended up being a lie. We signed the contract with then having those things removed. Fast-forward, I had asked my builder if there was any reason I could buy certain things for the home and just get reimbursed for those things and he said yes because the budget was bigger than what I needed for me to find those items and I’d rather use some money towards other things. later on we find out, he never included our countertops and told us that we had to pay for them out-of-pocket in that cost was on us($4,700), even though we were on agreement that this was a move-in ready home. We then later on started having issue after issue with our flooring in which he continued to do a bad job and put wood filler on every broken piece or in between the flooring that had gaps. We also had an issue with our gas and electric line being in the same line and we told him that we did not like that because we felt that it was unsafe with also having three children in the home. I had texted him over a total of 10 times through three months and he still had yet to come out so we ended up having to do electrical through our roof and had to change up our home because he never came out and fixed the job when he should have. While this was going on, we still had multiple issues with the flooring and to this day we still have flooring issues, pieces are chipped, and he put in transition pieces in random places, which some pieces he even stuck on with gorilla glue. He ended up asking if we could move dirt for him and he would pay us so we could put in our driveway that weekend because he really wanted us to have it done in which we had to spend $500 to rent machinery so we could get it done that weekend for him . Later on someone in his crew ended up, hitting our mailbox and smashing both sides of our culvert pipe and told us that it wasn’t his problem. He installed my hood range incorrectly, and I sent him proof and he still decided to tell me that that wasn’t his problem and I had to deal with it. Noy only that did the crappiest job installing it and our roof looks like crap. He left a gap between our siding and roof, then sat there and told me that it’s a good thing rain doesn’t go upwards. He also ended up putting a textured ceiling which I had told him that we did not ask for a textured ceiling we asked for a smooth ceiling in which he did not believe me and asked me for proof Which I provided and proved him wrong. At one point before we moved into our home a piece of our brick siding came off and I mentioned it to him. I told him I thought it was unfair that we had crappy flooring and now our siding is falling off before we have even moved into the home in which he decided to reply with a very crappy email mentioning to me that he would also be charging me an extra $11,500 because I am an ungrateful client. (Hes literally crazy)This man has been one of the worst people to work with. Almost every corner of our home has cracked drywall and around every window. None of our trim was finished or sealed. We have one of the most half assed homes, and all he did was offer $2000. My husband also works at our roofing siding company, which saved us a huge amount of money and we were supposed to be reimbursed that but when it came on time for us to be reimbursed, he decided that he actually wasn’t going to reimburse us for everything and he could only give us a certain amount. He kept every dollar that was supposed to be returned to us and kept it for himself. I will be reporting him to the Better Business Bureau and I just really hope that this never happens to anyone else. This man still should owe us money from moving the dirt, saving money on items and for our mailbox and culvert pipe, he smashed and broke. we also never had our chicken foot design put onto the side of our home, this man has taken so many things from our home throughout the process and would get upset at me for asking him why they weren’t put into the home. He also ended up lying to us about having an inspection done, which me and my husband ended deciding to pay to get one ourselves and found out many things in the home weren’t even up to code. And if you’re asking, why aren’t you taking him to court?, We were going to, we have proof of everything but our lawyer gave us an estimate of around two years in court, in which we have three kids, and we can no longer wait for our home and be living with other people. He has no idea what he is doing and I wouldn’t trust this man to build a shed."

Flor R on October 2025

Expert Builders LLC was founded on the mindset that every project should use only the best quality materials and be completed by experienced craftsmen dedicated to excellent workmanship. Bringing 14 years of building experience to your project, we have the ability to design and build any house, garage, pole barn and deck to the homeowner’s specifications. We also love to get creative, so no ideas are turned to the side. Your imagination is the limit! Located in LaGrange county, we serve clients within a two hour radius. We pride ourselves on putting our full effort into customer satisfaction, and we can’t wait to hear about your project! Give us a call today and let’s bring your dream to reality.

"I am coming here to say that a series of unfortunate events happened to me and my husband. Do not for any reason build your home with Expert Builders LLC. Also known as Joe Troyer. We had the worst experience when building with them. This builder is a liar and one of the most disrespectful Builders to work with. We spent so much time saving and putting down $40,000 for this home. We signed a contract for a certain amount and we were aware that because of our septic cost, we were going to have to cut on a few things in the home. Which it only ended up being our insulation and drywall in our garage which he told us, that ended up being a lie. We signed the contract with then having those things removed. Fast-forward, I had asked my builder if there was any reason I could buy certain things for the home and just get reimbursed for those things and he said yes because the budget was bigger than what I needed for me to find those items and I’d rather use some money towards other things. later on we find out, he never included our countertops and told us that we had to pay for them out-of-pocket in that cost was on us($4,700), even though we were on agreement that this was a move-in ready home. We then later on started having issue after issue with our flooring in which he continued to do a bad job and put wood filler on every broken piece or in between the flooring that had gaps. We also had an issue with our gas and electric line being in the same line and we told him that we did not like that because we felt that it was unsafe with also having three children in the home. I had texted him over a total of 10 times through three months and he still had yet to come out so we ended up having to do electrical through our roof and had to change up our home because he never came out and fixed the job when he should have. While this was going on, we still had multiple issues with the flooring and to this day we still have flooring issues, pieces are chipped, and he put in transition pieces in random places, which some pieces he even stuck on with gorilla glue. He ended up asking if we could move dirt for him and he would pay us so we could put in our driveway that weekend because he really wanted us to have it done in which we had to spend $500 to rent machinery so we could get it done that weekend for him . Later on someone in his crew ended up, hitting our mailbox and smashing both sides of our culvert pipe and told us that it wasn’t his problem. He installed my hood range incorrectly, and I sent him proof and he still decided to tell me that that wasn’t his problem and I had to deal with it. Noy only that did the crappiest job installing it and our roof looks like crap. He left a gap between our siding and roof, then sat there and told me that it’s a good thing rain doesn’t go upwards. He also ended up putting a textured ceiling which I had told him that we did not ask for a textured ceiling we asked for a smooth ceiling in which he did not believe me and asked me for proof Which I provided and proved him wrong. At one point before we moved into our home a piece of our brick siding came off and I mentioned it to him. I told him I thought it was unfair that we had crappy flooring and now our siding is falling off before we have even moved into the home in which he decided to reply with a very crappy email mentioning to me that he would also be charging me an extra $11,500 because I am an ungrateful client. (Hes literally crazy)This man has been one of the worst people to work with. Almost every corner of our home has cracked drywall and around every window. None of our trim was finished or sealed. We have one of the most half assed homes, and all he did was offer $2000. My husband also works at our roofing siding company, which saved us a huge amount of money and we were supposed to be reimbursed that but when it came on time for us to be reimbursed, he decided that he actually wasn’t going to reimburse us for everything and he could only give us a certain amount. He kept every dollar that was supposed to be returned to us and kept it for himself. I will be reporting him to the Better Business Bureau and I just really hope that this never happens to anyone else. This man still should owe us money from moving the dirt, saving money on items and for our mailbox and culvert pipe, he smashed and broke. we also never had our chicken foot design put onto the side of our home, this man has taken so many things from our home throughout the process and would get upset at me for asking him why they weren’t put into the home. He also ended up lying to us about having an inspection done, which me and my husband ended deciding to pay to get one ourselves and found out many things in the home weren’t even up to code. And if you’re asking, why aren’t you taking him to court?, We were going to, we have proof of everything but our lawyer gave us an estimate of around two years in court, in which we have three kids, and we can no longer wait for our home and be living with other people. He has no idea what he is doing and I wouldn’t trust this man to build a shed."

Flor R on October 2025

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Yes, building a screened-in porch on an existing deck is absolutely an option, although there are many factors to consider when adding a screened-in porch to a deck. You or the general contractor you hire will need to add a frame to a deck without a previous screen to keep it safe from damage. You’ll also want to work together to make sure your new porch matches your existing home style.

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.

There are some rules regarding how far your exterior bump-out can go. For a cantilever bump-out that avoids the need to provide additional structural support, the limit is often 24 inches. However, if a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can encompass a whole room or more. Remember that many residential properties are subject to limits regarding the total house size relating to the size of the lot. 

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