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The Fireplace Doctor
3.9(
1,190
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Serving Erath, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Bought this in the spring to use before burning in the fall/winter.  Ended up moving in December and did not use it.
I'm wasn't sure how to score a company I didn't use (and not reviewing isn't really an option), so I just picked a score consistent with the average rating.
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Dennys Bros Constructions
5.0(
2
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Serving Erath, LA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Specializing in FLOORING SERVICES! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hampton Enterprise LLC
3.7(
9
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Serving Erath, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was awesome.  He called back, but he was working in Reed field, North Carolina and he could not get to us for a couple of days.  By the time, he got to us we had already gotten the other estimates, and we were pleased with him.  Hampton guy was great.  He was really quick to get back to us, but he had other projects that he had already lined up.  The experience was very satisfactory.  He was very courteous, and prompt.  He was very honest in saying that he cannot get to us, and if we needed to have this work done now, then we need to have to get somebody else.  I appreciated that."
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Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Michael B Plumbing LLC
3.8(
6
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Serving Erath, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"It went well. Especially considering the fact that I had a name brand service come out twice for the same problem and it wasn't fixed either time. Michael fixed right it the first time he came to my house."
Tub/shower faucet conversion
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Nevins Construction Equipment Rentals, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Erath, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1965

Free estimates

Nevins Construction Equipment Rentals, LLC, specializes in commercial demolition and post construction clean-up work from Saint Martin parish, all the way to New Orleans. Nevins Construction Equipment Rentals, LLC, is the areas premier expert for all of your demolition and post construction needs. With over 50 years of experience, no project is too large for us. Call today for an estimate!

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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

No, your basement dehumidifier doesn’t need to be on 24/7. While it’s an excellent tool for tackling damp, musty air, especially in humid seasons, leaving it running nonstop can backfire. Over-drying the space can mess with your sinuses, warp wood, and even crack certain materials. Instead, only use your humidifier when moisture levels rise above 50%, and then give it a break when the humidity levels drop.

The best basement waterproofing method depends on the specific issue causing the water intrusion. For minor problems, simple solutions like installing a properly functioning gutter system to direct runoff away and grading the soil to slope away from your foundation can be effective.

If you have more significant water problems, the solution will need to be more robust:

  • For standing water on the basement floor, a floor drain or a sump pump system may be the best solution.

  • For water pooling around the foundation, installing an exterior French drain can intercept water before it reaches the basement walls.

Other effective waterproofing methods, which can be used depending on your home's specific needs, climate, and soil type, include sealing the interior walls, landscape alteration, installing interior drainage systems, and using a dehumidification system to control moisture levels.

There are a few downsides to a wet room, the most important of which is the risk of mold growth from the moisture and humidity. Standard bathrooms can have the same issue, but wet rooms are more likely to experience problems because water is less carefully contained. You also have less privacy since the entire bathroom is open, and the room must include waterproofing, which makes wet rooms more expensive to install than regular bathrooms.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

A sump pump can remove excess moisture from under a house if standing water is present. Other ways to protect your crawl space from moisture include installing a vapor barrier, using a dehumidifier, installing insulation, and using a fan to dry the space. Finally, keeping your gutters clear of debris and positioning your downspouts away from the home’s foundation can prevent moisture from getting into the crawl space in the first place.

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