Top-rated carpenters.

Get matched with top carpenters in Ossian, IN

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

TRUSTED BY OSSIAN, IN HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.3
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon10
    Verified carpentry services reviews

Find Carpenters in Ossian

Avatar for R&R ROOFING AND EXTERIORS LLC
R&R ROOFING AND EXTERIORS LLC
5.0(
9
)
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Ossian, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Best Customer Service ever. Did our roof quickly with a great team of workers. We had quotes from other companies and they had the most decent price. Communication was excellent. Very impressed with the cleanup too! In process of telling my family and friends of their great workmanship!!!"
Roof
Auburn roof
Roof replacement
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for A-1 REMODELING & MORE LLC
A-1 REMODELING & MORE LLC
5.0(
4
)
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Ossian, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A1 Remodeling & More did two projects for us. Replaced our cedar siding with vinyl siding and did a roof replacement. Both projects went very well and they delivered exactly what they said they would."
Outdoor Patio Project
Outdoor Patio Project
Outdoor Patio Project
Outdoor Patio Project
Outdoor Patio Project

+10

26 neighbors recently requested a quote
JMD Home Services LLC
New to Angi
Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+7 more

Serving Ossian, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Hi there! I have about 9 years of experience with home remodeling, house flips, and currently I am focused more on carpentry (custom closets, interior/exterior trim, etc.) and flooring. I am still open to most home repair needs. I am new to Angi, but feel free to check out some photos of my work in the project photos. I am also willing to share more photos. Feel free to email me at [email protected] or call/text at 3179032308. Thanks!

Full Bathroom Remodel
Full Bathroom Remodel
Custom closet
Custom closet
...
Showing 1-10 of 136
Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The cost to install a bow window can range from $1,500 to $15,000, with a national average of $3,900. The total price includes materials, which can cost between $1,200 and over $14,000, and labor, which typically adds $300 to $1,900. Several factors influence the final cost, including the window's size and frame material. For example, vinyl frames are the most budget-friendly option, while wood frames are more expensive. Custom features or energy-efficient upgrades will also increase the price. For comparison, a bay window installation typically costs between $1,000 and $7,000.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

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.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

The Ossian, IN homeowners’ guide to carpentry services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.