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Avatar for Tillman Carpentry LLC
Tillman Carpentry LLC
5.0(
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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%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Schwartz Solutions
5.0(
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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(
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

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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

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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."
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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John Porch and Decks
3.8(
4
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Serving New Chicago, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"John and his crew did an AMAZING JOB repairing and repainting my patio.. this company is all about perfection.. I am extremely happy with the outcome!!! Thanks so much and I will be using this company for future projects!"
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal.

Accurate measurements, sturdy materials, and seamless integration with other structures.

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.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

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