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Handy Mansfield
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Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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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
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+346

Response time3 days
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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SES Enterprises LLC
4.4(
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Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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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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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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TreauxImprovement LLC
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Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

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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%
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Layth's Construction, LLC
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Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"I hired Laythâ s construction to install a new roof and I was very satisfied with the job. The price was also very cheap only $7,000. The workers were also very respectful and clean."
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+14

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bayou Lacombe Custom Cabinets
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Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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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.

Whole Home remodel
Whole Home remodel
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Whole Home remodel

+19

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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AM Home Improvements
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Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"I contracted AM Home Improvements to "refresher" my condo, including bathroom, kitchen, flooring and general painting. The experience was great. We were not sure what we wanted. They took the time to walk us through the process and gave us options when needed. They did quality work in very reasonable amount of time. We are very happy with the results."
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+8

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

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