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Handy Mansfield
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairWindow Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bill did a Great job installing decking in our attic, repairing the door frame around outside doors, repairing the threshold to our garage door and other odd jobs. Bill’s price was very reasonable and fair. We will be using His service whenever we have Handyman’s projects."
Bathroom partial remodel
Gate
Remodel
Custom Fence
New stairs

+346

Response time3 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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SES Enterprises LLC
4.4(
548
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"SES was fantastic to work with. From their front office staff to their job site workers everyone was polite and extremely professional. They helped build my dream home and I couldn't have done it without them. I would recommend them to anyone looking for quality work and knowledgable expertise."
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48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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TreauxImprovement LLC
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+4 more

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They ordered the doors for me from home depot which took 3 weeks but came in damaged twice , so they didn't just install them damaged, like some other merchants have done. They were very professional and trustworthy. I'm very happy with their service."
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+5

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bayou Lacombe Custom Cabinets
4.6(
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Deck or Porch - RepairFurniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+3 more

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

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I am a carpenter with over 40 years of experience. I started working with my father at the age of 13. I recently relocated from Colorado where I have had my own cabinet and remodeling company for over 20 years. I specialize in all aspects interior design, build and installation of fine cabinetry.

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Whole Home remodel

+19

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

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.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

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