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

Serving Santa Claus, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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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Man Cave Essentials
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Santa Claus, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My handrails had been dinged from the hailstorm in May. This pro came to see what needed to be done, gave me an estimate of the cost to redo these by sanding, spray painting with primer, and the material cost. When he showed up as promised, he covered all the exposed portions of the porch with plastic and cardboard to avoid unwanted paint smears. The handrails look almost new and that is amazing since they are original to the house and have been painted many times. Very professional."
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+36

Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Bell Handyman Service
4.1(
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore - For Business+6 more

Serving Santa Claus, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

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"Professional, quick, and reasonably priced. Would hire again."
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Updated floors
Paint

+1

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by28%of homeowners
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J Wilson
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Santa Claus, IN and surrounding areas

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Hello, my name is Jeremy. I am a general carpenter with experience in building houses, painting, deck construction, remodeling, basic plumbing and everything in between. Let me know how I can help with your next project!

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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 Santa Claus, IN and surrounding areas

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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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Maximus General Contracting LLC
4.4(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+10 more

Serving Santa Claus, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It has held up well.  No further issues.  Very professional.
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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.

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

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