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Handy Mansfield
5.0(
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Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Handymansfield, aka Bill Mansfield was very knowledgeable and professional. His knowledge of materials was very important for this project and his advice was spot on. My only observations, which as a woman unfortunately happens a lot, is that often my instructions are not followed or understood. I found metal scraps after the jobs was completed when I asked about clean up at the beginning of the project - which includes shards of metals that could become flying objects when mowing the yard. At over $2k in labor, I'd expect such clean up. We also could had communicated better as to moving topsoil bags away from the fence - which I could not do as I recently had spinal surgery and am under a no lifting doctor's order. I greatly appreciated his assistance in returning unused materials to the retailer - so despite any problems in communications, I highly recommend this contractor for any fencing project."
Bathroom partial remodel
Gate
Remodel
Custom Fence
New stairs

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Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Premier ProWash, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Dude did a fantastic job especially being the first house he ever power washed. Def will use again when needed. He is very professional and trust worthy and reliable."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fresh Look Pressure Washing
5.0(
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Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr David was awesome. He pressure wash my house, gate and driveway. He is a very nice and professional person. I would definitely be using his service in the future. His price was very reasonable."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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SureCatch Industries Llc
5.0(
8
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Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job! I have used this company several times from tree trimming to complete tree removal with stump grinding. They have always been professional and careful with my property and leave everything completely cleaned up and beautiful."
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

When staining a deck, don’t skip surface prep, avoid staining damp or dirty boards, and don’t apply stain in extreme heat, cold, or wet conditions. Never overload the wood with a stain, as too much can cause tackiness or peeling. Also, don’t forget to test a small area first to ensure the color and finish look right.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

The time to build a vinyl deck varies based on factors like size, the complexity of the design, and weather conditions. Generally, a straightforward project might take a few days to a couple of weeks for preparation, installation, and any necessary inspections. However, larger or more intricate designs may extend the timeline. Timely acquisition of permits, efficient planning, and coordination with contractors will all help to make the construction process as smooth and quick as possible.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

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