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Prime Coat Painting

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Prime Coat Painting

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6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

I strive to leave all my customers 100 percent satisfied. I will work with integrity and honesty at all times. I want my work to be a direct reflection of my ethics. When I work, I work on projects as if it was for myself and the way that I would expect things to be completed for me. I have over 15 years of experience and I am a retired Army veteran.

"Excellent work!!"

Steven _ on November 2025

I strive to leave all my customers 100 percent satisfied. I will work with integrity and honesty at all times. I want my work to be a direct reflection of my ethics. When I work, I work on projects as if it was for myself and the way that I would expect things to be completed for me. I have over 15 years of experience and I am a retired Army veteran.

"Excellent work!!"

Steven _ on November 2025


Reliable Building Maintenance

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Reliable Building Maintenance

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Reliable Building Maintenance is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 3 years of experience serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you.

"Great work, fast efficient and friendly."

Margie R on July 2020

Reliable Building Maintenance is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 3 years of experience serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you.

"Great work, fast efficient and friendly."

Margie R on July 2020


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Slidell Shutters and Security LLC

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Slidell Shutters and Security LLC

4.69(
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Customers say: Super punctual
26 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

ALL HURRICANE PROTECTION** - With over 20 years of experience, Slidell Shutters and Security specializes in all types of Hurricane Protection for any opening, no matter size or shape. We are a direct resource of professional knowledge and superior products, not only for home and business owners, but architects and builders as well. Slidell Shutters and Security utilizes over 20 years hands on experiences in all areas of storm protection including sales, design, manufacturing, installation and service. As a result, our customers obtain the highest level of security available at the most affordable price. From the do-it-your-seller to the experienced custom builder and architects, we will work with you to design the best combination of defense and aesthetics. We are able to accommodate any size order, large or small, commercial or residential. Our experts will guild you though the hurricane protection process and answer any questions you may have. For all your shutter needs or questions. Interior or Exterior, Commercial or Residential. We ARE your One Stop Shutter Shop.

"They were efficient with the job. We were happy with it. I will recommend them and use them, again."

Milton N on May 2018

ALL HURRICANE PROTECTION** - With over 20 years of experience, Slidell Shutters and Security specializes in all types of Hurricane Protection for any opening, no matter size or shape. We are a direct resource of professional knowledge and superior products, not only for home and business owners, but architects and builders as well. Slidell Shutters and Security utilizes over 20 years hands on experiences in all areas of storm protection including sales, design, manufacturing, installation and service. As a result, our customers obtain the highest level of security available at the most affordable price. From the do-it-your-seller to the experienced custom builder and architects, we will work with you to design the best combination of defense and aesthetics. We are able to accommodate any size order, large or small, commercial or residential. Our experts will guild you though the hurricane protection process and answer any questions you may have. For all your shutter needs or questions. Interior or Exterior, Commercial or Residential. We ARE your One Stop Shutter Shop.

"They were efficient with the job. We were happy with it. I will recommend them and use them, again."

Milton N on May 2018


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Tig Tech

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Tig Tech

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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
87 local quotes requested

TIG Tech is a mobile welding business that can come to you or custom fabricate a wide variety of projects from my personal shop. I am an A.S.M.E. Certified welder/fitter with an Associates Degree in Welding from Louisiana Technical College-Sullivan Campus. I have 25 years experience in a variety of welding techniques including T.I.G., M.I.G., and Stick welding. I specialize in T.I.G. welding, carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. I also repair aluminum boats, fences, and gates. I look forward to being able to assist with any of your welding needs. Aside from welding /fabrication I also do tractor work . Land clearing , loader work , grass cutting , Deer stand maintance , plot discing , lane cutting/clearing

"Went very. Well. Ian was a skilled Fabricator. He delivered what he promised."

Gerard B on October 2025

TIG Tech is a mobile welding business that can come to you or custom fabricate a wide variety of projects from my personal shop. I am an A.S.M.E. Certified welder/fitter with an Associates Degree in Welding from Louisiana Technical College-Sullivan Campus. I have 25 years experience in a variety of welding techniques including T.I.G., M.I.G., and Stick welding. I specialize in T.I.G. welding, carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. I also repair aluminum boats, fences, and gates. I look forward to being able to assist with any of your welding needs. Aside from welding /fabrication I also do tractor work . Land clearing , loader work , grass cutting , Deer stand maintance , plot discing , lane cutting/clearing

"Went very. Well. Ian was a skilled Fabricator. He delivered what he promised."

Gerard B on October 2025


"Malcolm and his crew were professional and did a great job. He actually came back to finish a small portion of the job (I have learned most don't, sadly). He is honest, helpful and diligent. You just don't find this very often. I love my windows, my shutters look fabulous; I've gotten messages left in my mailbox asking me where I got them. We're planning to use him again this year and look forward to it."

Sheila S on December 2020

Zeringue's Construction & Remodeling is a locally owned and operated small construction Company. We offer interior and exterior remodeling services. All of our services are achieved with quality and fairness. 5% off for Angie's List members.

"Malcolm and his crew were professional and did a great job. He actually came back to finish a small portion of the job (I have learned most don't, sadly). He is honest, helpful and diligent. You just don't find this very often. I love my windows, my shutters look fabulous; I've gotten messages left in my mailbox asking me where I got them. We're planning to use him again this year and look forward to it."

Sheila S on December 2020


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Jon's handy services

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Jon's handy services

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I'm a lifelong electrician. started doing jobs with my dad at 10. have experience in all construction and remodeling. looking to find some side work as an electrician and to shake things up with a building or remodeling job now and then.

I'm a lifelong electrician. started doing jobs with my dad at 10. have experience in all construction and remodeling. looking to find some side work as an electrician and to shake things up with a building or remodeling job now and then.


Roos Fencing

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Roos Fencing

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Specializing in any and all Security Fencing (including but not limited to Barbed wire, Razor wire mesh ClearVu, Palisade, Electric fencing and much more). We can accommodate any other fencing needs also. Roos Fencing Values our Customer safety, security and satisfaction. We are an Owner operated small business with only a handful of employees, that work very efficiently as we accommodate customer needs.

Specializing in any and all Security Fencing (including but not limited to Barbed wire, Razor wire mesh ClearVu, Palisade, Electric fencing and much more). We can accommodate any other fencing needs also. Roos Fencing Values our Customer safety, security and satisfaction. We are an Owner operated small business with only a handful of employees, that work very efficiently as we accommodate customer needs.


Formal Construction

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Formal Construction

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Formal Construction is a family owned business established in 2020. Managing varies residential, commercial, and industrial properties across Southeast Louisiana. We provide a list of carpentry services from new builds to old remodels. Please call or text for a free quotes. No job is to big or to small. Licensed and Insured.

"I called Mr. Josh about helping redo my kitchen area (after calling several other people who either didnt call me back OR gave a price that was completely out of budget). He was very respectable and quick with responding and coming out to give a quote. I had a number in my head but just knew that it was going to cost a pretty penny. YALL HE DID NOT DISAPOINT!! Mr. Josh gave my a price that I could not refuse. He got to work within a few days. Now, lets talk about the kitchen. THIS IS THE KITCHEN OF MY DREAMS. He was so fast, efficient with his time, and gave me some of the best quality work I have ever seen. I feel like I have found a needle in a hay stack."

Megan F on July 2022

Formal Construction is a family owned business established in 2020. Managing varies residential, commercial, and industrial properties across Southeast Louisiana. We provide a list of carpentry services from new builds to old remodels. Please call or text for a free quotes. No job is to big or to small. Licensed and Insured.

"I called Mr. Josh about helping redo my kitchen area (after calling several other people who either didnt call me back OR gave a price that was completely out of budget). He was very respectable and quick with responding and coming out to give a quote. I had a number in my head but just knew that it was going to cost a pretty penny. YALL HE DID NOT DISAPOINT!! Mr. Josh gave my a price that I could not refuse. He got to work within a few days. Now, lets talk about the kitchen. THIS IS THE KITCHEN OF MY DREAMS. He was so fast, efficient with his time, and gave me some of the best quality work I have ever seen. I feel like I have found a needle in a hay stack."

Megan F on July 2022


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Riden remodeling

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Riden remodeling

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I do everything involved in a full remodel, including woodworking, flooring, sheetrock, plumbing, electrical, tile, painting, framing, decks siding window replacement. Also I can service pools. I've been doing remodeling about 6 years, but I've been a subcontractor for about 13 years, I was a foreman at S&M Home Improvement in Tennessee for 10 years. I also do landscaping, I was a supervisor at Metro Lawn care for 4 years. I'm 34 years old I'm originally from Tennessee, just moved down here to start over with my wife of 12 years thank you for your opportunities have a blessed day.

I do everything involved in a full remodel, including woodworking, flooring, sheetrock, plumbing, electrical, tile, painting, framing, decks siding window replacement. Also I can service pools. I've been doing remodeling about 6 years, but I've been a subcontractor for about 13 years, I was a foreman at S&M Home Improvement in Tennessee for 10 years. I also do landscaping, I was a supervisor at Metro Lawn care for 4 years. I'm 34 years old I'm originally from Tennessee, just moved down here to start over with my wife of 12 years thank you for your opportunities have a blessed day.


Gra Co Handyman Solutions

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Gra Co Handyman Solutions

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Experienced, knowledgeable, dependable, hardworking and qualified handyman that goes above and beyond for customer satisfaction. Over 20 years' experience, self-employed and self-operated, providing repairs and "do it all", handyman services, from home repairs, remodels, wood floors, tile floors, electronic and speaker mounting, appliances, yard work and grass maintenance, wood fencing, pressure washing, and all other "odds and ends" jobs.

Experienced, knowledgeable, dependable, hardworking and qualified handyman that goes above and beyond for customer satisfaction. Over 20 years' experience, self-employed and self-operated, providing repairs and "do it all", handyman services, from home repairs, remodels, wood floors, tile floors, electronic and speaker mounting, appliances, yard work and grass maintenance, wood fencing, pressure washing, and all other "odds and ends" jobs.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

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