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The Carpenter Pros
4.4(
46
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Serving Shirley, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"We are revamping a custom home and gutted the dining room walls. Jason installed stained door trim, window trim, baseboards, and corrected our coffers ceilings. I am very particular on things being done correctly, especially when installing stained trim. He was meticulous, respectful, on time and was by far THE easiest person that I ve worked with since beginning the process of this fixer upper."
McCarty
McCarty
McCarty
McCarty
Bamboo staircase

+138

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deal's Handyman and Remodeling Services
4.6(
11
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Serving Shirley, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired him for multiple small projects around the house. He came out and did an free estimate. Was very polite and professional. Very knowledgeable about what I needed done and was able to quickly repair things."
Original staircase
New staircase
New stair case
Response time10 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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Hills Home Improvement
5.0(
6
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Serving Shirley, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He was professional did exactly what I asked him to do and he hasn’t got all the painting done, but we had to wait until the wood dried out and then I hired him for another job inside to work on a ceiling that had water damage. I’m very happy with the work he’s done."
Farmhouse Bathroom
Budget Kitchen
Budget Kitchen
Budget Kitchen
Budget Kitchen

+21

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
The Good Handyman, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Shirley, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Built ins
Built ins
Built ins
Bar and built in cabinets
Bar

+45

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Double J Overhead Doors
5.0(
2
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Serving Shirley, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My old deck was really in bad shape and I found John on Facebook and asked him for an estimate and it fit my budget I’m very satisfied with how it turned out. He is a very polite young man and I want to see him succeed in his business."
Deck
Loadingdock  door
Loadingdock  door
Deck  remodel
Deck  remodel

+1

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
JMD Home Services LLC
New to Angi

Serving Shirley, 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
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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.

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.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

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