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Handy Mansfield
5.0(
109
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Deck or Porch - RepairWindow Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Chalmette, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bill was professional and highly competent from our first texts to the job finish. He did a smaller job for me yet one which required skill as he was drilling through ceramic tile. He can also build custom furniture and just designed and built a hosting stand for a new high restaurant."
Bathroom partial remodel
Gate
Remodel
Custom Fence
New stairs

+346

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Northshore Painting & Home Improvement
4.8(
285
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Chalmette, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Phillip and his team did excellent work at a reasonable price. We had damaged siding replaced and the whole 2-story house painted. More siding needed to be replaced than was initially expected, but the original estimate was honored. I did not feel like there were any corners cut, and all of the workers were very neat and respectful of the space. I would definitely work with Phillip and his team again."
Painting - Exterior Project
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+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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SES Enterprises LLC
4.4(
548
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Carpentry Framing - InstallExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Chalmette, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"SUMMARY: SES did high quality work. They stuck to the projected cost. They finished within the estimated timeframe (or at least close enough). PRELIMINARY STAGES: SES promptly returned our initial call and set up a visit by their estimator. Within a very reasonable timeframe (maybe a little more than a week), we had the estimate in hand. In contrast, we were shocked to see how difficult it was to deal with some other contractors--even in the early stage, when we were trying to give them business. DETAILS OF THE JOB: They gutted ~50% of a ~180 sq ft bathroom to the studs; did some framing/re-framing; removed a large tub and patched in some hardwood; completely re-did the mortar bed/tile/plumbing for the shower; re-routed an HVAC intake to a different part of the house; moved/added some plumbing and electrical; installed a new commode and tile floor in a new toilet closet; hung crown molding; installed a double vanity with a stone top; hung a large mirror and frameless shower door; built out 2 closets. QUALITY. Their renovation was high quality and fit perfectly into our 1930’s arts-and-crafts home. They found, sanded, and painted an old 5 panel door to match the doors in rest of the house. The salvaged/refinished pine floor fits into the existing pine floor seamlessly, and the new trim work matches that in the rest of the house. Their tile guy did an outstanding job on the shower—floor to ceiling with a bullnose and a niche. The subs they used for the vanity/stone top and for the mirror/shower door did a high quality job. We designed our closets and the trim carpenter built them out perfectly (soft-close drawers and all). COMMUNICATION. This was a big asset to the SES experience. Ashley kept us posted with an email almost every day. We knew what to expect when we got home from work, as well as what to look for the next day and the rest of the week. In the rare event that there were surprises or delays, Ashley would let us know right away as well as what the resolution would be. While Ashley was the main line of communication, the owner, Shawn, was very accessible as well when necessary. PROFESSIONALISM. All the people we interacted with were professional and punctual. The workers were respectful of us and our home, and they did a great job cleaning up every day. With very few exceptions, people were at the house every weekday (and even some weekend days), from the start to the finish of the project. THE UNEXPECTED. As the work proceeded, some minor structural damage from the old shower had to be addressed and the hot water heater needed some repairs. These were taken care off in a time- and cost-efficient manner. Otherwise, there were a few miscommunications regarding the electrical rough ins, a plumbing valve, the closet build outs, and the shower door. All these were very minor and easily addressed. Along the way—and especially as things neared the end—Shawn made sure we had everything exactly the way we wanted it. This was our first time hiring a contractor. Before our renovation, we had heard many contractor-related horror stories. Our experience with SES was drastically different. We are already scheduling another project with them."
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30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Pelican Services
5.0(
14
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Chalmette, LA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Blake was efficient with completing small wood jobs within our home( replacing baseboards, build out inside a cabinet) including going to the store purchasing wood, priming/painting all before I returned home from work."
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Major Construction LLC
4.7(
71
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Chalmette, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Major Construction LLC was amazing. A knowledgeable, experienced and efficient craftsman. I would gladly and repeatedly recommend the services of Major Construction LLC. 5 stars easily on a 5 star scale"
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+10

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Torres Quality Construction LLC
5.0(
14
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Chalmette, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Torres Quality Construction LLC 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.

bathroom paint and ceramic tile
ceramic floor
Door
door
window

+12

Response time5 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TreauxImprovement LLC
5.0(
7
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+4 more

Serving Chalmette, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

TreauxImprovement LLC is 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!

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+5

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Slidell Shutters and Security LLC
4.8(
19
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Exterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Chalmette, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner, Derrick Armand worked with me to make my security needs affordable. He was available when I was distraught at not finding my bolts as we prepared to lock the shutters. I called him, and he was so hospitable in providing me with more of just what I needed in his calm, kind manor. He is one of the kindest business owners I have met."
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Rolldown solar or hurricane screens
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+5

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

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. 

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