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Maynor Construction, LLC
4.3(
38
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Serving Morgantown, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Maynor was very conscientious about the build. He wanted to make it right and us be happy with it. We are! Thank you Maynor!"
Sunroom 2
Sunroom 1
Screened In Porch 1
Screened In Porch 2
Sunroom & Screened Porch

+41

Response time2 days
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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DT Construction
4.8(
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Serving Morgantown, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Great company. Would recommend them highly. Professional, prompt, quality work, great focus on detail. True carpenter! ?"
Ceramic Tile Project
Ceramic Tile Project
Painting - Interior Project
Ceramic Tile Project
Ceramic Tile Project

+8

Response time3 days
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Indy Aces Construction
4.3(
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Serving Morgantown, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great company! Hunter came in and looked at the project we needed done and gave an estimate in 15 minutes! He then sat us down with a bunch of photos of previous work he and his crew completed and we were sold! Offered large discounts compared to other contractors we got estimates from. His crew and him did our entire master bathroom in a week start to finish! It turned out better than I could have imagined! I highly recommend Indy aces construction! Thanks Hunter!"
Response time1 day
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Golden Nails Construction
3.7(
45
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Serving Morgantown, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Not only is he an excellent contractor he knows what he’s doing and he does it correctly he does not take shortcuts I would highly recommend him for anybody he’s extremely reasonable with his prices it is very personable person. Not only is he bringing my home into the 21st-century but he’s also going to build me an outdoor shed. Highly recommend him don’t let him go by get them!"
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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MC Services
5.0(
4
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Serving Morgantown, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I never used Angie’s list before today this experience. And I regret not using it sooner!! I had someone out in less than 24 hours to fix a hole in the roof of my house I’m trying to sell and they did a great job. Wish I could give more than 5 stars!"
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Deck build
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Screen in porch addition
Screen in porch addition

+7

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

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.

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.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

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