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Avatar for A & R Elite Demolition & Renovation LLC

A & R Elite Demolition & Renovation LLC

4.95(
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•Approved Pro

A & R Elite Demolition & Renovation LLC

4.95(
42
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

Licensed and insured contractor providing a full menu of interior and exterior remodeling services for over 15 years. A&R offers a full range of exterior and interior services to beautify your home, including interior and exterior painting, flooring, carpentry, painting, additions, concrete, roofing, patio enclosures, electrical, plumbing, kitchen and bathroom, siding, popcorn removal, A/C instalation, doors, and so much more! we are a full service demolition and remodeling company providing a full menu of interior and exterior remodeling services, including painting, flooring, carpentry, and so much more!

"A&R did a wonderful job fixing my house after a plumbing incident flooded part of my house. Not only was the quality of the work excellent, Alvin went above and beyond helping with the insurance process. He prepared an extremely precise quote and went back and forth with insurance making sure I was compensated fairly. He and his team were extremely professional and I always felt like I was in good hands. He also immediately addressed any questions or concerns I had through the process. I highly recommend this contractor!"

SARAH V on September 2025

Licensed and insured contractor providing a full menu of interior and exterior remodeling services for over 15 years. A&R offers a full range of exterior and interior services to beautify your home, including interior and exterior painting, flooring, carpentry, painting, additions, concrete, roofing, patio enclosures, electrical, plumbing, kitchen and bathroom, siding, popcorn removal, A/C instalation, doors, and so much more! we are a full service demolition and remodeling company providing a full menu of interior and exterior remodeling services, including painting, flooring, carpentry, and so much more!

"A&R did a wonderful job fixing my house after a plumbing incident flooded part of my house. Not only was the quality of the work excellent, Alvin went above and beyond helping with the insurance process. He prepared an extremely precise quote and went back and forth with insurance making sure I was compensated fairly. He and his team were extremely professional and I always felt like I was in good hands. He also immediately addressed any questions or concerns I had through the process. I highly recommend this contractor!"

SARAH V on September 2025

Brady's Construction

4.59(
22
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•Approved Pro

Brady's Construction

4.59(
22
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
22 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

"They did fine job considering the weather "

James J on December 2025

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!

"They did fine job considering the weather "

James J on December 2025

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Legacy Builders LLC

4.92(
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Legacy Builders LLC

4.92(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

A 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 Super Service Award Winner in multiple categories; including Kitchen & Bath Remodeling. Legacy Builders is a full service, Baton Rouge-based residential building / remodeling and contracting firm. Our many Angie's List Super Service Awards demonstrate our commitment to our client's satisfaction. We specialize in Kitchen & Bath remodeling, but will also help with any remodeling or building project you have in mind. Our desire and motivation for every project is excellence in workmanship and a positive experience for our customers.

"Louis and Glen are the best. They did a full remodel on our master bedroom and bathroom. This included turning flat ceiling into cathedral ceiling, new drywall and insulation, new wood and tile flooring, full closet reworking, new tub and sink, new bath tile, new windows, new mini-split a/c unit, new light fixtures, and new exterior siding. He gave us a timeframe, and sure enough, the project was finished up within that timeframe. No delays, no excuses. All the work is extremely high quality. We told Louis what we wanted, and he worked with us to make decisions that were reasonable for our space and within our price range. If one of our ideas wouldn't work, he'd take the time to explain why. He never tried to push us to anything more expensive than we wanted. He works with excellent electricians (Ray and Francis), excellent painters, excellent sheetrock guys, and excellent frameless shower installers. Throughout the work, Louis kept telling us that all he wanted for us was to have something that would be special for our family. That's exactly what he gave us. After the big bathroom/bedroom remodel, we've gone back to him again for an additional shower installation, some electrical work, and even some roofing. I would trust Louis with any project. Unlike other contractors that we spoke to, Louis is extremely responsive, punctual, professional, trustworthy, and courteous. Most contractors are flaky. Not Louis. He's easy to get a hold of, and he'll be there when he says he'll be there. If he does work for you, you will be his priority."

Bradley S on August 2022

A 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 Super Service Award Winner in multiple categories; including Kitchen & Bath Remodeling. Legacy Builders is a full service, Baton Rouge-based residential building / remodeling and contracting firm. Our many Angie's List Super Service Awards demonstrate our commitment to our client's satisfaction. We specialize in Kitchen & Bath remodeling, but will also help with any remodeling or building project you have in mind. Our desire and motivation for every project is excellence in workmanship and a positive experience for our customers.

"Louis and Glen are the best. They did a full remodel on our master bedroom and bathroom. This included turning flat ceiling into cathedral ceiling, new drywall and insulation, new wood and tile flooring, full closet reworking, new tub and sink, new bath tile, new windows, new mini-split a/c unit, new light fixtures, and new exterior siding. He gave us a timeframe, and sure enough, the project was finished up within that timeframe. No delays, no excuses. All the work is extremely high quality. We told Louis what we wanted, and he worked with us to make decisions that were reasonable for our space and within our price range. If one of our ideas wouldn't work, he'd take the time to explain why. He never tried to push us to anything more expensive than we wanted. He works with excellent electricians (Ray and Francis), excellent painters, excellent sheetrock guys, and excellent frameless shower installers. Throughout the work, Louis kept telling us that all he wanted for us was to have something that would be special for our family. That's exactly what he gave us. After the big bathroom/bedroom remodel, we've gone back to him again for an additional shower installation, some electrical work, and even some roofing. I would trust Louis with any project. Unlike other contractors that we spoke to, Louis is extremely responsive, punctual, professional, trustworthy, and courteous. Most contractors are flaky. Not Louis. He's easy to get a hold of, and he'll be there when he says he'll be there. If he does work for you, you will be his priority."

Bradley S on August 2022

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Carter Contracting

4.87(
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Carter Contracting

4.87(
93
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Carter Contracting has been servicing the Baton Rouge and surrounding areas for 14+years with efficiency and professionalism. We are a small contracting company but we can get the job done. We mainly do home remodeling and maintenance. So give us a call today to update the interior of exterior of your home. Our pros are waiting to serve you!

"Did an amazing job repairing our drywall. A real artisan - I would def hire him again for any drywall project."

Claudie F on August 2022

Carter Contracting has been servicing the Baton Rouge and surrounding areas for 14+years with efficiency and professionalism. We are a small contracting company but we can get the job done. We mainly do home remodeling and maintenance. So give us a call today to update the interior of exterior of your home. Our pros are waiting to serve you!

"Did an amazing job repairing our drywall. A real artisan - I would def hire him again for any drywall project."

Claudie F on August 2022

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Home 360 Inc

4.60(
309
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Home 360 Inc

4.60(
309
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Customers say: Super punctual
45 years of experience

We’re All About YOU, The Customer. In 1980, Home360 was started as a division of the old Perkins Road Hardware store located near the LSU Campus and the Garden District. The business was created to satisfy years of frequent requests from Perkins Road Hardware customers to perform various remodeling and repair projects for their homes, or to installed products purchased from the store. The company was organized and set-up as a franchisor and started with just two craftsmen. Home360 has expanded to be one of the most respected local providers for air conditioning service and repair, roofing repair, general carpentry, plumbing, electrical services, painting and drywall, appliance repair, locksmithing and glasswork or glass replacement in the greater Baton Rouge area. Our 36-year growth in the franchise management of all our home services providers has resulted in us becoming the premier company for well over 135,000 satisfied customers. Everything the Home360 franchise organization does is laser focused on making your experience with us the most positive experience it can be. Whether it is our convenient & prompt firm-time appointments; our highly experienced, courteous & neat franchised craftsmen (Franchise Owners); or our dedication to craftsmanship & high quality standards, Home360 is committed to making you a customer for life. That is why over 135,000 Baton Rouge area customers have repeatedly used our services and referred us to others more than 76% of the time! No other home remodeling, renovation and repair organization can compete with us when it comes to serving you. Our philosophy is simple; deliver friendly, on-time, professional, guaranteed services along with affordable prices. We want to exceed your expectations on every job. Our customer satisfaction philosophy has delivered us the Super Service Awards with Angie's List every year since 2009.

"I had Tim Albert at the house today for a stove problem. He fixed the problem quickly and to my satisfaction. We have used Tim before and always found him professional and honest. We request him by name when we have an appliance issue."

Richard M on April 2024

We’re All About YOU, The Customer. In 1980, Home360 was started as a division of the old Perkins Road Hardware store located near the LSU Campus and the Garden District. The business was created to satisfy years of frequent requests from Perkins Road Hardware customers to perform various remodeling and repair projects for their homes, or to installed products purchased from the store. The company was organized and set-up as a franchisor and started with just two craftsmen. Home360 has expanded to be one of the most respected local providers for air conditioning service and repair, roofing repair, general carpentry, plumbing, electrical services, painting and drywall, appliance repair, locksmithing and glasswork or glass replacement in the greater Baton Rouge area. Our 36-year growth in the franchise management of all our home services providers has resulted in us becoming the premier company for well over 135,000 satisfied customers. Everything the Home360 franchise organization does is laser focused on making your experience with us the most positive experience it can be. Whether it is our convenient & prompt firm-time appointments; our highly experienced, courteous & neat franchised craftsmen (Franchise Owners); or our dedication to craftsmanship & high quality standards, Home360 is committed to making you a customer for life. That is why over 135,000 Baton Rouge area customers have repeatedly used our services and referred us to others more than 76% of the time! No other home remodeling, renovation and repair organization can compete with us when it comes to serving you. Our philosophy is simple; deliver friendly, on-time, professional, guaranteed services along with affordable prices. We want to exceed your expectations on every job. Our customer satisfaction philosophy has delivered us the Super Service Awards with Angie's List every year since 2009.

"I had Tim Albert at the house today for a stove problem. He fixed the problem quickly and to my satisfaction. We have used Tim before and always found him professional and honest. We request him by name when we have an appliance issue."

Richard M on April 2024

Home Sweet Home

4.53(
62
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Home Sweet Home

4.53(
62
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Customers say: Terrific value
21 years of experience

Interior & Exterior renovations

"Always excellent! They were always on time, trustworthy, honest, good follow up, aim to please and professional. I use them exclusively."

Ben B on November 2019

Interior & Exterior renovations

"Always excellent! They were always on time, trustworthy, honest, good follow up, aim to please and professional. I use them exclusively."

Ben B on November 2019

Calvin's Maintenance Inc

4.46(
50
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Calvin's Maintenance Inc

4.46(
50
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Customers say: Super punctual
53 years of experience

Plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling and appliance repair. $85.00 service charge in Baton Rouge

"great. we are very pleased with the serviceman and with the outcome of the repair"

KIMBERLEY B on March 2018

Plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling and appliance repair. $85.00 service charge in Baton Rouge

"great. we are very pleased with the serviceman and with the outcome of the repair"

KIMBERLEY B on March 2018

Brooks Drywall

5.00(
15
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Brooks Drywall

5.00(
15
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

For quickest response, please call my cell at (225) 413-1897. Brooks Drywall is a general contractor. Not only do we provide drywall work, we can help with every facet of home repair from complete remodels to painting. Priding ourselves on quality and customer satisfaction! Been in business for over 15 years. Call today for your free estimate! 9

"Right at Christmas and someone steps through the ceiling attic right above where the tree goes. Tony came out next day, repaired it so fast and so good that you cannot even tell there was even a hole! Very professional work! They were clean and nice and worked on our schedule. We will definitely be using them again!!! Great Job!"

Amanda T on December 2019

For quickest response, please call my cell at (225) 413-1897. Brooks Drywall is a general contractor. Not only do we provide drywall work, we can help with every facet of home repair from complete remodels to painting. Priding ourselves on quality and customer satisfaction! Been in business for over 15 years. Call today for your free estimate! 9

"Right at Christmas and someone steps through the ceiling attic right above where the tree goes. Tony came out next day, repaired it so fast and so good that you cannot even tell there was even a hole! Very professional work! They were clean and nice and worked on our schedule. We will definitely be using them again!!! Great Job!"

Amanda T on December 2019

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Five Star Maintenance

5.00(
5
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Five Star Maintenance

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned and operated since 2000 Servings the greater Baton Rouge area We specialize in electrical (troubleshooting, repairs and services), sheetrock, painting, appliance (repairs and installation), plumbing, doors, windows, molding and overall home and business repairs and improvements. Servicing East Baton Rouge and surrounding areas. Free Estimates. So for all your repairs and improvement needs give us a call. 225-588-1763 We offer Discounts for Seniors, Military, Police and Fire Personal

"Jason was polite, prompt and efficient. Highly recommend his services. We had to have a door rehung in our 100 year old house. He handled the job like the pro he is and was so reasonable."

Katherine A on January 2023

Family owned and operated since 2000 Servings the greater Baton Rouge area We specialize in electrical (troubleshooting, repairs and services), sheetrock, painting, appliance (repairs and installation), plumbing, doors, windows, molding and overall home and business repairs and improvements. Servicing East Baton Rouge and surrounding areas. Free Estimates. So for all your repairs and improvement needs give us a call. 225-588-1763 We offer Discounts for Seniors, Military, Police and Fire Personal

"Jason was polite, prompt and efficient. Highly recommend his services. We had to have a door rehung in our 100 year old house. He handled the job like the pro he is and was so reasonable."

Katherine A on January 2023

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, columns can be used to replace a load-bearing wall. However, you will need to use a support beam as well. Using columns can be a great way to provide additional support for large areas and improve your home's aesthetics.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

Yes, you can hammer a nail into a wall stud. But before you do, it’s important to confirm that you’re actually nailing into a stud—and not wiring, pipes, or ductwork. To check, find a few more studs in the wall, then measure to make sure they’re either 16 or 24 inches apart.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

There are a few options if you miss a stud. You can simply patch the hole with spackle, sand it down, repaint it, and then find the stud—essentially starting over. If you don’t want to do that, you can insert one of the more robust drywall anchor options and hang your item on that, but that will only work if the drywall is in excellent condition and the anchor is rated for the weight of the item you’re hanging on it. You may be able to cover the hole with the object itself once it’s mounted, but it’s still recommended to at least fill the hole to protect insulation and prevent vermin from entering.  

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