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Logan Griffes Construction LLC
5.0(
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Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"For Concrete of any need -they should be your first Call/Text/Email For New Build - Call/Text/Email For Remodel - Call/Text/Email For Roofing and Gutters - Call/Text/Email For Pole Barns - Call/Text/Email Griffes Construction Inc. of Big Rapids does it all. They did Roofing and Gutters for us as well. We checked out references, and all of their expectations were exceeded. True Craftsmanship by the entire team."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.9(
47
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
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Honest Hand Construction
New to Angi
Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi, I’m Josh, the owner of Honest Hand Construction, LLC. I take pride in delivering high-quality work at a price that makes sense for everyday people. I believe you shouldn’t have to choose between affordability and craftsmanship—you deserve both.

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Michael Gary Ottenbacher
New to Angi
Carpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

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+22

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
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Pac Man Construction
New to Angi
Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Pac Man Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

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BNP Construction
New to Angi
Carpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install

Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

BNP Construction is your industry expert and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will ensure that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you.

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ES Construction
5.0(
21
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+7 more

Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

""Professional, Clean, and Flawless Work" Ethan did an absolutely perfect job on our drywall project. He was professional, respectful of our space, and kept everything clean throughout the process. The finish is smooth and seamless?exactly what we were hoping for. You can tell he takes pride in doing it right the first time. Highly recommend!"
Lakefront drywall project
Lakefront drywall project
Lakefront drywall project
Lakefront drywall project
Lakefront drywall project

+12

Response time1 day
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

While you may have heard people use millwork and carpentry interchangeably, they aren’t the same. Millwork is a type of carpentry, which means that carpentry isn’t always millwork. You can tell millwork apart from other types of carpentry because it’s manufactured at a mill. Notably, casework is also confused with millwork. Casework is different because it refers to boxes like cabinets and bookshelves.

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.

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

Before hiring a carpenter, the most important thing is to make sure they are properly qualified and insured for the job. It’s more than reasonable to ask your prospective carpenter for customer references, as well as about their licensing and insurance. You should also consider choosing a carpenter that specializes in your specific project area to ensure high-quality results. 

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