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Q: Does homeowners insurance cover floor joists?

• <div><p>Homeowners insurance may cover damaged floor joists, depending on your policy. Insurance typically covers issues from storms, fires, or water damage from burst pipes. However, don't expect your insurance company to cover damage from wear and tear, poor maintenance, or termites. </p></div>

Q: Is it easier to cut wood when it’s wet or dry?

• <div><p>Whether or not it&rsquo;s easier to cut wood when it&rsquo;s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you&rsquo;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. </p><p>However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it&rsquo;s wet if you&rsquo;re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don&rsquo;t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.</p></div>

Q: How do you cut trim for doorways?

• <div><p>There are two ways you can cut trim for doorways: with a miter saw or a table saw. Mitered joints need a 45-degree angle. If you&rsquo;re unfamiliar with a miter saw, you might want to consider buying extra trim pieces or choosing butted joints instead. One wrong cut, and you&rsquo;ll need to power up the saw again with a new piece. </p><p>Butted joints&mdash;also called shaker style&mdash;don&rsquo;t need a 45-degree angle. Instead, your side pieces attach perpendicularly to the header trim and only require a straight cut.</p></div>

Q: What are the spindles on a deck called?

• <div><p>Spindles on a deck may also be called balusters or pickets. While not as important to the structural support of the deck as the rail posts, they play a critical role in ensuring the deck is safe to use by closing in large gaps in the railing. For this reason, balusters must be no more than 4 inches away from one another.</p></div>

Q: What are the boards between floor joists called?

• <div><p>The boards between floor joists are called <b>bridging or blocking boards</b>. These are the shortest pieces of wood in the flooring system&mdash;with beams being the longest and joists sitting somewhere in the middle&mdash;and they serve to reinforce the joists and help provide even support to the flooring above. Bridging specifically helps cut down on uneven and creaking floors in your living area.</p></div>

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Last update on June 14, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
Garcias deserves 10 stars! No exaggeration. Brad and Winter are two very special people.....kindhearted, hard working, efficient, respectful, grateful and downright pleasant to chat with! We had a large shed clean out for them which got rained on several times, that made rugs, etc., heavier...
Garcias Removal Service
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Reviewed in July 2024
Easy to work with. Affordable 10 out of 10 Wood recommend to a friend.
Skillful Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
i would recommend Michiana Timber ( Melvin Slabach ) He did an excellent job for us. Thank you Floyd & Phyllis Holm
Michiana Timber and Tree
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Reviewed in November 2023
Aaron is a good man who does very good work . He painted our 157 year old barn, which is a big job and chose the right paints and methods to deal with unusual conditions. He colors inside the lines and cleans up when finished . I recommend him.
Aaron Brigham
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Reviewed in October 2023
What a talented artist with wood. Have had several projects -- all of them 5 star worthy!
Helmuth Woodworks LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Irish replaced vinyl siding, soffit, fascia and rain gutters on my home, including installation of hand-laid stone veneer on two exterior walls. They also replaced roofs for two sheds. Workmanship was excellent, price was very compeititive, communication was good. The project was completed on...
Stronghouse
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Reviewed in July 2023
Sammy is a very polite young man that I hires to build a wood stove room cutting a 8 foot section out of my living room wall into my garage,tiled the floor and 5 foot up the wall( not the same tile) and for the rest of the wall was shiplap ( car siding and a window ,,, 2 can lights. ,,100%...
Sam's Remodeling & Repair, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Dream Finish Customs LLC did amazing work I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to get some drywall work done.
DREAM FINISH CUSTOMS LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Work was done but had to have come back to shore up lattice as was not reinforced and it warped, so they came and added nails to it to hold in place.
Mr. Handyman of Kalamazoo-St. Joseph
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Reviewed in August 2022
Donald High Construction is fantastic to work with. They finished the work in 2 days and quality of their craftsmanship was outstanding. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone who wants a job done well.
High Construction, LLC
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Brown Construction Company

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Serving Three Rivers, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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"He does great work and is very professional!"

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Response time7 hrs

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Three Rivers, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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"They were on time and did a great job."

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Logan Griffes Construction LLC

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Serving Three Rivers, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"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."

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"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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In business since 1950

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MKD Kitchen and Bath (MKD) is a leading provider of kitchen and bathroom remodeling services in the Midwest, catering to both residential and commercial customers throughout Michigan. With over 74 years of experience, MKD is a second-generation family-owned and operated business that specializes in offering a range of remodeling services, including new cabinetry, countertops, cabinet refacing, outdoor kitchens, and installation services.

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Honest Hand Construction

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Serving Three Rivers, MI and surrounding areas

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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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JBConstructors

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Serving Three Rivers, MI and surrounding areas

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A young but experienced tradesmen with over 5 years under my belt.

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Pac Man Construction

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Serving Three Rivers, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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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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George Summerfield

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Serving Three Rivers, MI and surrounding areas

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Well rounded Carpenter/Handyman with over 20 years of experience. Can even handle small electrical and plumbing tasks as long as it doesn’t need licenses

Serving Three Rivers, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

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"Excellent work. We purchased natural cherry cabinets in shaker style, with the panels made of solid wood rather than veneer. That is more difficult work, as each panel has to be constructed from several planks. Moreover, the clear finish would leave any flaws more visible. Simply put, the doors are beautiful--flawless in both construction and finish. They are similar in quality to custom cherry furniture we own."

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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Homeowners insurance may cover damaged floor joists, depending on your policy. Insurance typically covers issues from storms, fires, or water damage from burst pipes. However, don't expect your insurance company to cover damage from wear and tear, poor maintenance, or termites.

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.

There are two ways you can cut trim for doorways: with a miter saw or a table saw. Mitered joints need a 45-degree angle. If you’re unfamiliar with a miter saw, you might want to consider buying extra trim pieces or choosing butted joints instead. One wrong cut, and you’ll need to power up the saw again with a new piece.

Butted joints—also called shaker style—don’t need a 45-degree angle. Instead, your side pieces attach perpendicularly to the header trim and only require a straight cut.

Spindles on a deck may also be called balusters or pickets. While not as important to the structural support of the deck as the rail posts, they play a critical role in ensuring the deck is safe to use by closing in large gaps in the railing. For this reason, balusters must be no more than 4 inches away from one another.

The boards between floor joists are called bridging or blocking boards. These are the shortest pieces of wood in the flooring system—with beams being the longest and joists sitting somewhere in the middle—and they serve to reinforce the joists and help provide even support to the flooring above. Bridging specifically helps cut down on uneven and creaking floors in your living area.

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