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Bordelon Home Repair

345 Hudson Creek Rd
3.50(
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Bordelon Home Repair

345 Hudson Creek Rd
3.50(
5
)
•Approved Pro
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We're a locally owned and operated company with extensive years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We specialize in all residential decks, porch & and patios replacements and builds. We also offer a variety of related service and repair project which includes roofs, and fences. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"My wooden privacy fence was not installed correctly. About a week after installation a portion of the fence began leaning forward and several of the boards begin buckling at the bottom. The fence was installed on September 2, 2021, and I contacted the owner on September 10, 2021. He responded back and said he would be there on the 13th and did not show. I receive a text from the owner on September 15, 2021, stating he had not forgotten he was going to wait until everything dries up before coming back out. I contacted the owner back again on October 21, 2021, and have not received a response. I also contacted the owner today which is November 15, 2021, and I still have not received a response back. I would not recommend Bordelons Home Repair because he did not install my fence correctly by not using enough boards to support the wooden fence and he does not stand behind his work."

Lakeisha T on September 2021

We're a locally owned and operated company with extensive years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We specialize in all residential decks, porch & and patios replacements and builds. We also offer a variety of related service and repair project which includes roofs, and fences. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"My wooden privacy fence was not installed correctly. About a week after installation a portion of the fence began leaning forward and several of the boards begin buckling at the bottom. The fence was installed on September 2, 2021, and I contacted the owner on September 10, 2021. He responded back and said he would be there on the 13th and did not show. I receive a text from the owner on September 15, 2021, stating he had not forgotten he was going to wait until everything dries up before coming back out. I contacted the owner back again on October 21, 2021, and have not received a response. I also contacted the owner today which is November 15, 2021, and I still have not received a response back. I would not recommend Bordelons Home Repair because he did not install my fence correctly by not using enough boards to support the wooden fence and he does not stand behind his work."

Lakeisha T on September 2021

EveryDay Handyman Services

233 Celina Drive
4.00(
5
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EveryDay Handyman Services

233 Celina Drive
4.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
26 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

A Natchitoches owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Background checks done on all associates. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients. We aren't satisfied unless you are satisfied.

"The guy was nice enough, but the work was scheduled for Friday, June 13 at 8 am; he didn?t show up until 9 am. He stopped working around 3 pm and said he would come back at 9 am on Saturday; he didn?t arrive until about noon. A storm came up at 2 pm, stopping his work. He waited for a while then said he would come back on Monday. He also left materials and tools on my lawn, which I had to move on Sunday so that I could cut the lawn. Finally, the completed job was done haphazardly; the tops of the pickets are not straight, unlike the original fence. See the attached photo?the section with new pickets (far left) is straight, but the one next to it with old pickets is not; the section on the middle right is not straight, and the section with the new and old pickets (far right) is straight. I had specifically asked him to straighten the tops, and he never did."

Jim M on June 2025

A Natchitoches owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Background checks done on all associates. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients. We aren't satisfied unless you are satisfied.

"The guy was nice enough, but the work was scheduled for Friday, June 13 at 8 am; he didn?t show up until 9 am. He stopped working around 3 pm and said he would come back at 9 am on Saturday; he didn?t arrive until about noon. A storm came up at 2 pm, stopping his work. He waited for a while then said he would come back on Monday. He also left materials and tools on my lawn, which I had to move on Sunday so that I could cut the lawn. Finally, the completed job was done haphazardly; the tops of the pickets are not straight, unlike the original fence. See the attached photo?the section with new pickets (far left) is straight, but the one next to it with old pickets is not; the section on the middle right is not straight, and the section with the new and old pickets (far right) is straight. I had specifically asked him to straighten the tops, and he never did."

Jim M on June 2025

Celli's Construction LLC

811 Martha Ln
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Celli's Construction LLC

811 Martha Ln
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1 years of experience

I started this company so that I could offer the community quality work for a reasonable price. I don't charge by the hour but by the job and don't hire labor hands but work with professionals from different trades who take pride in their work

I started this company so that I could offer the community quality work for a reasonable price. I don't charge by the hour but by the job and don't hire labor hands but work with professionals from different trades who take pride in their work

C2 Construction

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C2 Construction

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Cenlas choice when it comes to general carpentry, drywall, painting, and just about anything else! With over 20 years of experience and hundreds of satisfied customers, we over the highest quality at the most budget friendly price! We are an owner-operated local company with the skills and expertise to tackle your project at a realistic price.

Cenlas choice when it comes to general carpentry, drywall, painting, and just about anything else! With over 20 years of experience and hundreds of satisfied customers, we over the highest quality at the most budget friendly price! We are an owner-operated local company with the skills and expertise to tackle your project at a realistic price.

Daniel Rays Family Contractors

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Daniel Rays Family Contractors

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3 years of experience

Hello, I am able to handle all remodeling needs from framework to plumbing, to laying tile to repairing a door hinge. I believe in providing a fair price for both sides, and communicating with the homeowner to keep them up to date. I grew up working with my fathers remodeling business, and that brings me to 20+ years of experience.

Hello, I am able to handle all remodeling needs from framework to plumbing, to laying tile to repairing a door hinge. I believe in providing a fair price for both sides, and communicating with the homeowner to keep them up to date. I grew up working with my fathers remodeling business, and that brings me to 20+ years of experience.

ZSW Fencing and Carpentry

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ZSW Fencing and Carpentry

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We pride are self on being the best at what we do. We off competitive pricing and take are time to explain the entire project. We cover everything from fencing to remodeling.

We pride are self on being the best at what we do. We off competitive pricing and take are time to explain the entire project. We cover everything from fencing to remodeling.

Barnes Drywall & Design

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Barnes Drywall & Design

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8 years of experience

Specializing in Drywall Installation/ repair. Finishing, painting. Wood/ metal stud framing, site work. Turn-key construction. We go above and beyond to give you the best construction at the best price! We are owned and operated by Gary Lee Barnes Jr. with over 8 years commercial/ residential experience, we have the know how to get your project done efficiently and in a timely manner!

Specializing in Drywall Installation/ repair. Finishing, painting. Wood/ metal stud framing, site work. Turn-key construction. We go above and beyond to give you the best construction at the best price! We are owned and operated by Gary Lee Barnes Jr. with over 8 years commercial/ residential experience, we have the know how to get your project done efficiently and in a timely manner!

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

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