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BrockWorks
4.9(
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Serving Ethel, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike's first visit was friendly and professional. He gave us a fair and honest appraisal and proposal. There were no surprises. He and his crew came to work on time and worked well together. They cleaned the work area regularly and left it clean at the project end. The wife and I couldn't be more pleased at the quality of the work. We look forward to finding more projects for Mike and his crew to do. We definitely recommend this company to anyone looking for good, honest work. Thanks Mike."
Completed Floors
Complete Room Remodel
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+45

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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One Bath Solutions
4.9(
34
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Serving Ethel, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Exactly as planned. Great communication, workmanship at a reasonable cost. David was easy to work with. No extras were necessary or requested. Post completion with no issues or complaints."
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JH Bath
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JH Bath
JH Bath

+32

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Jack of All Tradez LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ethel, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric did an awesome job and his prices are very fair. My project presented many unforeseen challenges and he was able to work through everything and even came up with some creative solutions. He is friendly and honest, which is very important to me. He and his son did a great job on the yard and even helped us work on our riding lawnmower. He is definitely a Jack of All Trades!"
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+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Diamond Finish Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ethel, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was very easy to work with Diamond Finish Construction. All of my questions were answered and the craftsmanship truly brought my vision to life. The work was impeccable and very professional. The jobs were completed efficiently and exceeded my expectations."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project
Carpentry - Woodworking Project
Fencing Project
Remodeling - General Project

+33

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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