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Grasso Construction LLC
4.8(
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Serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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Emergency services offered

"Marcio was very professional, I cannot recommend enough. It feels so good to know you have someone who stands behind their work and gives a fair price. We have completely renovated our home, and the roof was by far the least stressful part. My husband and I cannot recommend Grasso Construction more and will definitely be reaching out to work with them in the future."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Mac Bros Co.
5.0(
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Serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with Dan was an absolute pleasure. His work is top notch, he is prompt, professional, honest, and just an all around great guy. I received quotes from several roofers/contractors and no one else actually took the time to get on my roof and really take a good look at it. Dan came to my home and spent more time examining my roof, attic, house, etc than all the other roofers combined. He really spent the time to make sure he wasn't just throwing numbers at me while getting a very accurate idea of price, time, and depth of the job. I can absolutely recommend Dan and Mac Bros wholeheartedly."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ARC Renovations, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everyone showed up every day. Painted the exterior of our very large Home. They worked hard with almost no breaks. Finished in a timely manner. Said about 2 weeks and it was done!!"
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Response time11 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Able Home Improvements
4.0(
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Serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is a follow-up review to the last one I wrote for this company, which wasn't too favorable. The owner was very concerned that I had a bad experience and gave me a complimentary day of painting with 3 painters. I almost couldn't believe it since my original service was a day with one painter, so I couldn't refuse even though I was apprehensive. It went much better this time. They listened to what I wanted, not just doing what they assumed I wanted. They worked 8 hours with a few short breaks. I can now say I am a satisfied customer and would consider using this company in the future.
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Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Castillo Construction LLC
4.3(
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Serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

"I hired Castillo Construction to do emergency repairs to my home after my neighbor's tree fell on it and caused major damage to the house and completely destroyed my garage. Unfortunately, this was the second time that the same tree had fallen on my house causing major damage. The first time, about half of the tree fell and my whole house was gutted. My first contractor was a crook and wasn't even finished with the renovations a year later when the rest of the tree fell. Having had such a horrible experience with my first contractor, I was very picky about who I would hire for this round of renovations and repairs. Alfonso and his team were very responsive with my inquiries for a site visit, estimate, and references. He was also understanding of the trouble I had been through over the last year and was willing to jump through all the hoops I put up to make sure that he was an honest contractor who wasn't trying to make a quick buck without doing the work. As soon as my insurance company issued the first check, his crew got to work. They replaced my roof, laid new wood floors throughout the entire house, repaired the ceiling in two rooms where the tree had come through, painted the interior rooms that had been damaged, rebuilt damaged kitchen cabinet, demolished and rebuilt the two-car garage and patio roof, upgrade electrical box to garage, repainted the exterior of the house, installed new gutters and downspouts, and replaced air conditioning compressor. I'm probably forgetting so many details about what was done. I'll just say that it was a lot of work and they completed it quickly and beautifully. My former contractor had left several things inside the house unfinished such as no window sills on several windows and tile missing in the bathroom or incorrectly installed. I was going to have to pay out of pocket to get these things taken care of since I was fighting with my old contractor over what he owed me. When I asked Alfonso for an estimate to complete this work while they were doing all the other repairs, he told me not to worry about it. He finished all of the unfinished items in the house without asking for a dime. It wasn't a lot of work but he sympathized with my situation he saved me several hundred dollars instead of taking advantage. His crews were always extremely polite and answered any questions I had about what they were doing. They also kept a very clean work site, making sure that all materials and tools were put away and organized every day before they left for the day. Even when Alfonso and I had a disagreement about the air compressor that was installed, he was willing to bend to what I wanted, and what had originally been agreed upon, at a financial loss to himself in order to make things right with the customer. After having been through the ringer over the last year and a half, it was refreshing to have a contractor who was honest and didn't try to take advantage of a woman navigating in a largely male-dominated field."
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Triumph Homes, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"As a real estate agent, I have had the pleasure of selling homes built and renovated by Triumph Homes, and I can confidently say their work and customer experience are both outstanding. Their craftsmanship, attention to detail, and dedication to quality are evident in every project. I highly recommend Triumph Homes to anyone looking for a reliable and talented home builder or renovation contractor. They truly set the standard for excellence in the industry!"
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Harper Painting
4.5(
20
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Serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We went ahead and had all of our old tile removed and updated throughout our home. The provider did a professional service in a timely and orderly fashion. We're happy with the end result and recommend this company.
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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

Underestimating flood zone regulations is a major error during home building. Always secure an elevation certificate early. Plan your site drainage meticulously to direct water away from the foundation. Never skip soil testing, as expansive clay causes severe foundation cracking. Verify that your soil receives proper termite pre-treatment before pouring the slab. Select roofing and windows that strictly meet the wind load requirements for LA to withstand severe weather.

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Ignoring routine maintenance during home building and upkeep causes major issues in Covington. Clean your gutters and check drainage regularly to prevent moisture buildup, wood rot, and mold. Maintain your HVAC filters to control indoor humidity. Keep tree roots, pine straw, and leaf debris away from your foundation to deter termites. Always schedule annual termite inspections to protect your structural framing from severe damage in this humid environment.

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A properly engineered foundation is the most critical factor for home building success in Covington. Manage moisture with correct vapor barriers, crawl space encapsulation, and an accurately sized HVAC system. Build at or above the required flood elevation to prevent water damage. Maintain continuous termite protection contracts to preserve structural integrity. Hire experienced local professionals who understand the regional soil, drainage, and climate conditions to ensure long-lasting results.

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Successful home building merges functional climate control with regional style. Elevated foundations protect against floods while offering visually appealing wraparound porches and decorative skirting. Steep-pitched metal roofs effectively manage heavy rainfall and high winds in Covington while matching traditional aesthetics. Open floor plans with high ceilings improve air circulation in the humid climate. Include a mudroom to handle wet weather gear and ensure compliance with neighborhood architectural guidelines.

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Navigating FEMA flood zones and elevation requirements adds significant complexity to home building projects. Properties near local rivers require strict compliance with base flood elevation standards. Expansive clay soils and high water tables demand engineered foundation designs and careful soil testing. Heavily wooded lots in LA require extensive land clearing and stump grinding before construction begins. You must also follow strict local regulations and historic district design reviews.

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