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Brindley's Brush & Build
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Paoli, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"Brindley was incredible! I'm not sure I have ever seen anyone as industrious and thorough. He stayed true to his estimate. He prepped the deck, replaced the weather damaged planks and spindles. Everything was done in a timely manner. I could not be more pleased. Photos available."
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Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel

+46

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GREATER DAY HOME PROJECTS L.L.C.
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Paoli, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

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"Hired this company to put up a privacy fence around my house! They had excellent customer service and had everything done in a timely manner. Will definitely hire them again for more work and I would recommend them to anyone."
Response time2 days
Response rate97%
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Golden Nails Construction
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+1 more

Serving Paoli, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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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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Spray Foam CM
5.0(
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Window Frame - Repair

Serving Paoli, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"There was a mix up with paint (not their fault), but we were able able to work out the situation. They were efficient and accommodating. The clean up afterward was awesome. I would hire again and highly recommend if you want a great job done by professionals at a great price."
Spray foam metal building
Spray foam metal building
Spray foam metal building
Spray foam metal building
Spray foam metal building

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Sentri Homes
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Paoli, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Everything was great from start to end. Jeanette and Brayden were easy to talk to and straight to the point, they both made sure everything was to satisfaction and met my needs. Overall great service and I would definitely be looking forward to doing business again in the future for other projects. Communication was awesome !"
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Oaks Handyman
New to Angi
Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+2 more

Serving Paoli, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

With over 30 years of experience in carpentry, construction, roofing, and general handyman services, I’m here to help with projects around your home. If you need repairs, improvements, or maintenance, I would be happy to take care of it for you. Reliable, experienced, and ready to get the job done right.

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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.

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.

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

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