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O'Kerns Construction
5.0(
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Serving Galien, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

"Josh is a very personable and courteous young man. He came assessed the job and discussed options. Came the next morning on time and did a great job. Would definitely hire again."
tub tile remodel
Barn door install
New tile install
Garage door repair
Exterior wood rot repair

+6

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.3(
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Serving Galien, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Team Handyman and Remodeling
New to Angi

Serving Galien, MI and surrounding areas

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Reliable, skilled, and detail-focused handyman services you can trust. We handle everything from repairs and maintenance to installations and upgrades — done right the first time. Whether it’s a small fix or a larger home project, we take pride in clean work, honest pricing, and treating your home with care. Quality craftsmanship, dependable service, and results that last — that’s our promise.

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R Bowen Construction, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Galien, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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Emergency services offered

"I Needed to setup a drill press in my basement. I recently had back surgery and wasn't able to do it myself. So I went online to Angie aka Angie's List. Bowen Construction reached out immediately and offered a great price. So it was a no Brainer to choose Bowen Construction. When Rick Bowen showed up, he easily assembled drill press and made adjustments to get it running smoothly. Thanks to Rick’s attention to detail, right before leaving he was studying the picture he took of drill press and noticed that it wasn't level. So he came back and fixed it. I love my new drill press. I would recommend Bowen Construction to anyone who needs a handyman. Thank you."
Mobile home skirting
Deck Repair and painted
Gazebo and lawn furniture assembly
Deck staining
Storm Door put up

+82

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Sunrise Handyman
4.8(
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Serving Galien, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

"Hung did a nice job repairing the damaged wood on the top and bottom of our screen door frame. He reinforced it and attached a new door closer to the screen door and door frame. He also built up the threshold to provide a better door seal."
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Remodeling - General Project

+57

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Brawny Builders
4.8(
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Serving Galien, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brawny Builders was great on all accounts. They helped with the design of our project which included a new front entrance, large rear deck, a couple sections of fence and an outdoor shower. They had a competitive quote and we’re able to start quickly. Their crew was hard working, very courteous and customer focused. The project was completed within the agreed timeframe and slightly under budget. The best thing about working with Brawny Builders was their effectiveness in communicating with me about all phases of the project. We’ve worked with many contractors over our years and no one comes to Brawny Builders in their customer relations. I would definitely use them again and highly recommend them."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

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.

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.

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.

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