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Sentri Homes
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Chauvin, LA and surrounding areas

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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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Gulf Coast Gravecare
New to Angi
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Chauvin, LA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I’m a U.S. Army veteran and homeowner since 2018 with hands-on experience handling my own repairs and maintenance, bringing strong work ethic and reliability to every job. As a dependable family man, I take pride in doing quality work right the first time and treating every job like it’s my own home.

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Ej Handyman Service LLC
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Chauvin, LA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend EJ Handyman Services. When I requested a quote, he contacted me the same day, set an appointment, and came out the next day to provide me with an estimate. He and his crew are knowledgeable, professional and prompt. Their work is excellent and we are extremely pleased with the outcome!"
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Accurate measurements, sturdy materials, and seamless integration with other structures.

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.

By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

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