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Avatar for Maynor Construction, LLC
Maynor Construction, LLC
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCloset - Build+2 more

Serving West Lafayette, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had them come out and give an estimate for extending our backyard deck. They came out in a timely way for the estimate and when we finallly decided to go with them they completed the construction in 2 days. It has made our backyard so much ore usable and the work is very professional and excellent quality."
Sunroom 2
Sunroom 1
Screened In Porch 1
Screened In Porch 2
Sunroom & Screened Porch

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Response time2 days
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Indy Aces Construction
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Deck or Porch - RepairCloset - Build

Serving West Lafayette, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great company! Hunter came in and looked at the project we needed done and gave an estimate in 15 minutes! He then sat us down with a bunch of photos of previous work he and his crew completed and we were sold! Offered large discounts compared to other contractors we got estimates from. His crew and him did our entire master bathroom in a week start to finish! It turned out better than I could have imagined! I highly recommend Indy aces construction! Thanks Hunter!"
Response time1 day
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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ANTHONY'S FORECLOSURE HANDYMAN SOLUTIONS, LLC
4.6(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving West Lafayette, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Decking
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping

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John Lallo
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving West Lafayette, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I take great pride in my projects and aim for perfection in a friendly professional manner.\n\nCapable of small electrical and plumbing,building of furniture,storage ,install shelving,hang pictures,window blinds,curtains,garage or basement organized ,dry wall repair,installation of pull knobs on cabinets,ceiling fans,lighting fixtures,furnishings and personal item moved short distances.\n\n$50 intial project fee,includes first visit within 50mi of Darlington,In.\n\nMy goal is same first day completion of your project when achievable.\n\n$35.00 per hr unless a flat rate was agreed upon arrival.\n\nPlease share your information with me ONLY if you intend on hiring me.\n\nAngi charges large unrefundable($25-$40) lead fees prior to me being hired.\n\nIm fully equipped with tools including a Ram 1500 truck and enclosed trailer if needed.\n\nIf you request use of my enclosed trailer,prior to my first visit,the initial fee is raised to $100.\n\nIm accept venmo,cash or check.\n

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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.

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

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.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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