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Norris Remodeling
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Serving Leo, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

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Warranties offered

"Very professional, prompt responses and great communication as well as being very friendly. I will definitely use Nick again and have no problem recommending Norris Remodeling to anyone looking for carpentry/remodeling work."
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Basement Remodel
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Built Tough
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Serving Leo, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"There are those rare and pleasant moments when you encounter a service provider and the only word you can come up with is WOW! These guys were great- on time, kind, personable, competent, capable and efficient. I?m new to the Ft. Wayne area and like I?m sure other transplants wonder if I will be lucky enough to find good help when I need it. The answer these guys gave by their actions is a resounding yes. They can rest assured when I am looking for help in the future, they will be the first to get the call from me."
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Zack Kitchen

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Response time2 days
Response rate92%
Recommended by40%of homeowners
Eagle Wings handyman services
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Serving Leo, IN and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Everything was great! Arlyn was able to come out the same day I contacted him and had a very fair rate! He worked with me on the best placement and was very patient when I asked for changes. He was prompt, respectful and the finished playset is PERFECT!!! Can't thank them enough!"
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Response time11 hrs
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

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.

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.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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