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A & R Elite Demolition & Renovation LLC
5.0(
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Belle Rose, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job by a great company & contractor.! Alvin & his crew were very professional and friendly. He went out of his way to make sure we were satisfied. And he is vey reasonably priced! Definitely would hire him again!"
Remove Floor Plywood Decking and Install New Floors
Plumbing Project
Full Interior and Exterior Remodel
Remove Floor Plywood Decking and Install New Floors
Plumbing Project

+114

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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B&H Construction
4.3(
42
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Belle Rose, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very pleased with the great job they did. Mr. Chaulsett came on time and discussed what I needed repaired. He was very through and knowledgeable about each problem and even found some issues that I was not aware of. His crew were extremely courteous, polite and worked very hard each day to complete the projects. I would recommend this company to any who wish to have a professional job well done."
New roof
New roof
New roof
New roof
Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
RANDY KEY CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING
4.9(
10
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Belle Rose, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

"Great! From beginning to end, Randy and his crew were on time, great communicators, and expertly skilled. We were informed every step of the way and part of every decision. Randy’s advice was always well reasoned and helpful. Our project was not only completed on time but also on budget. We could not be more pleased with the experience and the results."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Belle Rose, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"I never contacted the provider or used this service in anyway. I have to
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Unfinished 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.

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.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

Yes, most services include necessary frame modifications for proper door fitting. Confirm with your provider.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

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