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Sentri Homes
2.9(
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Serving Chauvin, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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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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Pops Handyman Service
New to Angi

Serving Chauvin, LA and surrounding areas

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Hi im Jesse former Husband and Father for 30+years. I have seen and fixed just about everything that can possibly break or fail inside and outside a home. From installing Floors to making ceilings repairs. Framing and sheetrock installation, replacing doors external and internal. I can haul anything from Vehicles to trash and furniture. I'm a mobile Mechanic also from brake jobs to tune ups and other repairs. Cutting grass, weed eating, Thanks God Bess.

Finished master Bedroom
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(Mechanic) Lori Brakes
(Mechanic) Lori Brakes

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GoodWood Nola
3.0(
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Serving Chauvin, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Gornwood NOLA, 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.

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Ej Handyman Service LLC
5.0(
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Serving Chauvin, LA and surrounding areas

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"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

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Enhances property value, ensures safety, and provides a sound basis for future construction.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

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