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Alpha Home Repair LLC
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Iota, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The work was performed in an exceptional time frame. They were completely up front, clear and concise about the work to be done, cost and very knowledgeable and skillful. His customer service is 100% EXCELLENT as was his price and work satisfaction. Will definitely hire again and highly recommend."
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Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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D & D Construction of Rayne, LLC
3.2(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Iota, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I gave the dimensions of the cement slab I wanted and I was quoted over the phone. I didn't have to wait for someone to come out. Often times these contractors come out to see where you live and what they think you can afford to pay. If you live in a nice area, they double their fees. It's happened to me on more than one occasion. Giving me the price over the phone for the exact size I wanted made me feel like the contractor was an honest guy. The installation was arranged right away and the crew got there early. They focused on the job until they were done. They did an excellent job! Would recommend this company highly!"
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Response time7 hrs
230 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Morales Painting
5.0(
4
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Iota, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I would like to thank and congratulate you on the excellent work you did. Your dedication, commitment, and attention to detail exceeded my expectations, and the final result is impeccable. It is a true pleasure to collaborate with someone so professional."
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Pat Boutte Llc.
5.0(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business+3 more

Serving Iota, LA and surrounding areas

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"Pat Boutte is an outstanding carpenter/plumber/electrician. He and his crew,replaced a 3/4” by 4’x4’ section of floor under my toilet,also the 2x6 bracing under the same area installed a new sink. They installed new vinyl flooring in both the bathroom and hallway, also a new sink in back bathroom . Pat is great to work with easygoing.Thanks to Pat and his crew.Good job Tom Holt"
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Smith Design and Construction, LLC
5.0(
1
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Iota, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are an ethical, honest and professional company. We are easy to communicate with. Always working with you until the job is done right and to your specifications. When working with our company you can expect integrity, prompt service and superior customer service. Always leaving the job site clean . We take pride in our services and enjoy making clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience and will not keep you waiting. Call us today for your free estimate. You'll be pleased you did. Thank you

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

To calculate the number of linear feet of baseboard you’ll need, measure the length of each wall of the room you’re installing them in as close to the floor as possible, rounding up to the next full linear foot. If it’s your first DIY molding job, having a few extra feet on hand for miscuts is a good idea.

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

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