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Serving Colfax, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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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!\n\n

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Links & Logs Fence Co
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Serving Colfax, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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"They called me the same day, came and gave me an appraisal and built my fence within 3 weeks. Delay due to weather & holidays otherwise it would have been done in 2 weeks. The workers were polite, clean and worked hard. The owner was here to supervise and work. They cleaned up when they were done and I couldn t be happier."
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Whispering Pines Earthworks, LLC
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Serving Colfax, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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Small jobs welcome

"Very professional and efficient. I was very pleased with the quality of the services and the timely manor it was completed."
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Response rate91%
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Serving Colfax, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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"My deck had a few rotted and loose boards and the stairs were in bad shape. Great quote, quality work, and quick turnaround time. Will certainly be using him again for my home projects and repairs."
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Hope's Handyman
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Colfax, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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"Amazing work done with Hopeâ s Handyman, very professional, great communication, did not hesitate to go the extra mile and not to mention reasonable pricing with top quality work"
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Deck Repair questions, answered by experts

Most building codes require that railing spindles (also known as balusters) on decks or stairs be spaced no more than four inches apart. This safety standard is often called the '4-inch sphere rule,' which means a sphere with a 4-inch diameter should not be able to pass through the opening between balusters. This rule is in place to prevent small children and pets from slipping through the railing. For the same reason, the space between the bottom rail and the deck or floor surface should also be no more than four inches. As a general guideline, professionals often install three balusters per foot of railing. However, since specific requirements can vary by location, it is essential to check your local building codes to ensure compliance before starting your project.

Yes, it is generally safe to have a fire pit on a deck, but you must adhere to building codes and take several safety precautions. For both built-in and freestanding models, you must use a heat-resistant barrier, such as a fire pit pad or heat shield, between the pit and the deck. Additionally, consider the weight of the fire pit and ensure your deck can structurally support it, reinforcing it if necessary. The fire pit must also be positioned a safe distance from your house, particularly from materials like vinyl siding, to prevent heat damage.

Cutting the boards directly is one of the fastest ways to remove deck boards with hidden fasteners. Mark two parallel lines that are one-third of the total measurement on both ends and cut out the centerpiece. Then, remove the end of the board that doesn’t have a fastener. Finally, pry open the fastened side and pull it up to pop out the screw or access the fastener. This also allows you to salvage portions of boards for other projects.

The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.

There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.

Both a well-constructed deck and a patio can add value to your home. Patios are generally cheaper to build but don’t offer the same aesthetics as a quality deck. Therefore, decks can be more appealing to buyers than patios, increasing a home's resale value.

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