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Avatar for Tillman Carpentry LLC
Tillman Carpentry LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great job excellent service Best prices They got job done faster than expected Definitely someone i will hire again for inside and outside work they do it all Amazing people really nice and super clean work"
New Homes
New Garage
New Garage
New Garage
New house and deck

+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HomeTek LLC
5.0(
37
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our deck was in major need of repair. After 33 years, the deck posts became uneven; some sinking into the ground and others were lifting. This caused the deck to become lopsided. HomeTek did an amazing job fixing the problem. The posts are now on concrete piers, and the deck is once again level. And the concrete piers will ensure a solid foundation for many years to come. HomeTek was very thorough and they did an excellent job. We would highly recommend HomeTek."
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Schwartz Solutions
5.0(
19
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"The crew at Schwartz Solutions are awesome to work with. Nathan understood my project and the tear down was done in just hours and the build was done within the week. You will be glad you called them. Very professional, with excellent skills. I even got an outdoor butcher block. I will hire them again for my next carpentry job. Great work!!! Can't say it enough."
Framing
finished
finished
finished
finished

+32

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Precision Framing LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was interested in adding a bathroom to my basement and when I received the quote, it was very reasonable. I was not ready to start immediately but he was sure to follow up with me. He was very professional with a very clear contract and completed the work on time as he said he would. The team was very mannerable while in my home and communicated well throughout the process. The work looks great and I am very pleased. I will most definitely being hiring Precision Framing for upcoming home projects."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AP Construction
4.9(
6
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"AP construction recently finished up a job in our bathroom and small jobs around the house. I could not be more pleased with the outcome! AP did amazing work on time, and fully helped us decide what to do with the space. Easily one of the best contractors have worked with in Indiana."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elite Interior Exterior Construction
5.0(
2
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Nick built a porch and steps outside of my back door. He responded right away. He got the job done on time, despite the snow and cold weather. I would highly recommend him for your home improvement needs."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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.

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.

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.

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

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