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Avatar for Tri County Home Pros Inc.
Tri County Home Pros Inc.
4.8(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessDeck or Porch - Repair

Serving Otterbein, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1969

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Warranties offered

"Tri-County Home Pros has been wonderful to work with from start to finish. I hired them to replace my old deck which was starting to become a hazard. Tri-County Home Pros was very responsive and worked with us with our budget, getting a quote to us very quickly. I was impressed that the whole team came out to discuss the project and take final measurements. They even sent someone over when the lumber was delivered to make sure it was correct. I really applaud such a fantastic level of customer service. They were able to get started on my deck very quickly and it only took a few days for them to finish. Caleb really knocked it out of the park, his attention to detail was phenomenal and I know my deck will now be totally bunny-proof! I have a few future renovation projects and will definitely be calling Tri-County Home Pros."
New Bathroom
New Bathroom
New Bathroom
Bathroom
Old Bathroom

+21

Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
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ANTHONY'S FORECLOSURE HANDYMAN SOLUTIONS, LLC
4.6(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Otterbein, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Decking
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping

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Little Stream Woodworking
5.0(
2
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Otterbein, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Customers say: Quick response

"I hired Little Stream for interior trim installation. David Zook installed crown molding along my ceilings and kitchen cabinets. I find David to very honest and trustworthy, and his craftsmanship was of exceptional quality which leads into high value for the money. David will be my first call for my next project."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Santos the Handyman
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Otterbein, IN and surrounding areas

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I am an experienced residential carpenter with a full time job in construction. Even with that I have a full family on my single income so it would be my pleasure to take care of your smaller projects in the evenings and weekends. Ive been building and renovation homes since 2004 and have handled many different projects so feel free to share contact info for your needs. Thank you

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Blys Home Solutions
New to Angi
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Otterbein, IN and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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Local handyman with a strong background in animal and pest control! I have multiple services listed that I am capable of providing but do not hesitate to reach out or ask for other or additional services if they are not listed. I may be able to still help!

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Adam Lerma
New to Angi
Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Otterbein, IN and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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I recently moved from the state of Florida to Indiana in 2024, I've been doing masonry work for a little over 6 years now and the previous work I did before that I was a carpenter for 8 years a roofer for 6 years you can say I am a jack of all trades I love the work that I do and I'm hoping I will have the opportunity to work with some you lovely people of Indiana. I live in the Lafayette area and will to serve its surrounding cities.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

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 best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

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