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Last update on November 25, 2024

Reviewed in November 2024
Luxury Bath installed my grandmothers walk in tub and I was so impressed with their compassion to her condition and ability to prioritize her safety . I would recommend to anyone looking to improve their bath area !
Luxury Bath
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Reviewed in June 2024
Very poor carpentry. Botched work. The owner pads the material cost.
All Home Services, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
This was hands down the best, easiest and quickest experience I have ever had with a contractor. Samuel and his team were a dream to work with. They will be my first call for any home improvements moving forward.
SNA Home Improvements
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Reviewed in February 2022
They are a young couple . I think they are very hard working crew. I love my new metal roof from All In One Carpentry.
All in one carpentry, llc
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Reviewed in March 2021
They were very professional, and finished the job faster than expected, I would recommend them to anyone getting carpentry work done
JG Remodeling Llc
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Reviewed in November 2017
Great!! He explained everything well and completed the repairs quickly. I plan on regularly using him in the future for misc repairs and carpentry work.
Jeff of all Trades
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Reviewed in November 2017
Mr Mike came to my to rental property to do some major carpentry work. From the floors to kitchen and bathroom remodel, he did a great job - this was a time and material job as I did not know how the money flow goes. Every week I had my invoice with supporting documents. Everything was straight...
RH & MS, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2017
This is the second time I've used them, and this was not as good of an experience as the last time. They've been here for the last month and a half. This is still ongoing. Put it this way, they're very good with tile, and they should just stay with tile. Because he has guys working with him...
Paco Design Studio
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Reviewed in October 2016
I found AHC on Angie's list after having such a negative experience with a previous contractor (2008-09) whom we heard about through word of mouth… an entire house renovation which resulted in immediate exterior railing failures and badly deteriorating decks/paint/decking among other things....
Associated Housing Contractors
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Reviewed in March 2015
I am an architect and provided Bennett with drawings to quote and he got back to us right away with the lowest and most thorough & thoughtful bid. It was clear they have a lot of experience working on older New Orleans homes and we valued Bennett's input throughout the construction project. We...
Crescent City Come Back LLC
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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."

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Response time3 days

Recommended by78%of homeowners

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"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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Slidell Shutters and Security LLC

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Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent job. Guys helpful and it looks beautiful."

Rolldown hurricane and security shutters

Response time1 day

7 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by64%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

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."

Response time3 hrs

Response rate98%

7 neighbors recently requested a quote

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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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"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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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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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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Recommended by75%of homeowners

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."

Response time2 days

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

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"Mark came out to my home and was very courteous and professional. He was on time and did an excellent job. Thank you JCT Solutions LLC!!!"

Response time10 hrs

26 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"EXCELLENT JOB. EXCELLENT contractor. EXCELLENT MANAGER."

29 neighbors recently requested a quote

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H17G SERVICES LLC

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Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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I've worked in construction for 17 years very responsible on completing jobs to the highest level of quality. Job specialists wall framing, New fence, fence repair landscaping, painting, roofing, roof repair bathroom remodeling and flooring.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry.

The average cost of DIY window framing is about $40 to $60 in materials. If you hire a window treatment professional, you’ll pay for materials plus labor costs—anywhere from $250 to $800 per window. The final cost is highly dependent on the window size, as larger windows are heavier and more difficult to install, as well as the type of window framing material.

Yes, you can hang picture frames, shelves, and other items on Trusscore panels. For lightweight items (less than 30 pounds), the company recommends using adhesive strips rather than nails or screws. However, you’ll need to secure heavier objects to a stud in the wall. In these situations, Trusscore recommends cutting away the panel material and fastening the object to the stud with metal hardware.

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