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Sunnyland Construction LLC
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Serving Wakarusa, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The owner showed up and was very knowledgeable and took his time asking us what we wanted along with what our goals were. If ever I am in need for a project in the future (which I will be soon). I would recommend Sunnyland Construction for sure!"
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29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Kendall Builders IN. LLC
4.6(
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Serving Wakarusa, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tony is a contractor we previously used to finish out a basement. We hire him again to do a bathroom remodel, which include a new walk in tile shower and bathroom floor. We receive several compliments on the tile work and overall appearance of the bathroom. Tony is a dependable contractor who takes pride in his work while incorporating customer's desires. We highly recommend him for your home projects."
ROOM ADDITION 4 SEASON
ROOM ADDITION 4 SEASON
CUSTOM SHOWER
HANDI-CAP CUSTOM SHOWER
FRONT PORCH TREATED DECK

+25

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Jack's Family Trades
5.0(
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Serving Wakarusa, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Johnny and his crew were wonderful. They were professional and trustworthy. They got the job done asap. I will recommend them to friends and neighbors. I will definitely be using them again."
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MCG Modern Construction Guy
4.5(
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Serving Wakarusa, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gerardo was great at completing the project as request, on time and on budget. He communicated throughout the project to make sure it met our needs and expectations. He took pride in his work and was thoughtful and professional. Thank you so much!"
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

New builds, remodels, and additions often necessitate professional framing expertise.

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.

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. 

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