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MCIS Property Improvements
5.0(
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Serving Pendleton, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"Very happy with the work. I had a wonky frame but they were still able to fit the window in nicely. Very good customer service as well."
Exterior Trim Around Window
Exterior Work
Insulated Glass Replacement
Trim and light replacement
After picture of trim

+38

Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Bedwell Construction
4.8(
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Serving Pendleton, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am so glad I hired them for my job. All employees were very knowledgeable and worked hard and did an exceptional job. They showed up on time and they were very nice. The job was done in the time frame that was discussed and if I have any other projects I will hire them again. I recommend them for any of your projects."
framing
framing
getting started
framework
framing

+37

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Crest Mark, Inc
4.5(
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Serving Pendleton, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1959

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Warranties offered

"I had the interior of my house painted and new carpet installed in 3 bedrooms. The carpet installers were excellent! Very precise and hard working. They moved out all the heavy furniture and put it all back in place when finished. Work was done in 3 hours. The painters did a great job! They were very nice men. I had one area that I wasn't really pleased with and Steve had Maricio come back a few days later and fix it at no extra charge. It looks fantastic now."
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work

+19

Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Carpenter Pros
4.4(
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Serving Pendleton, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Jason remodeled our staircase and he did such a wonderful job! He made some great suggestions and worked with us to make sure we got everything we wanted in our design. His craftsmanship is excellent and his attention to detail is evident in our new lovely staircase. We highly recommend Jason for any future carpentry projects."
McCarty
McCarty
McCarty
McCarty
Bamboo staircase

+138

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BrehmBuilds LLC
4.9(
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Serving Pendleton, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Luke put in custom built I shelving cabinets in alcoves on either side of my fireplace & they turned out beautiful. U appreciate his attention to detail. I would recommend Brehem Build for your home project."
Bathroom Remodels
Bathroom Remodels
Bathroom Remodels
Kitchens
Carpet

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wood Renovation, Inc.
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Serving Pendleton, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Steve was on time and was meticulous about his repairs for out deck. It turned out better than we could have imagined. We would definitely hire him again with no issue."
wash and stain and board replacement
wash and stain and board replacement
wash and stain
wash and stain
deck

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

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.

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

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.

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