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Avatar for One Vet One Hammer
One Vet One Hammer
5.0(
25
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Serving Jefferson, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"A tree knocked down a section of my 4’ fence and my neighbor’s chain link fence. They replaced the damaged sections and then did repairs to the rest of the wooden fence, stabilizing sections and replacing pickets. Friendly and knowledgeable."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Diamond House Painting, LLC
4.9(
35
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Serving Jefferson, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"First of all, I have never done a Google review. However, Felix and his crew are so outstanding that I feel I would be doing him a disservice not to write a five star review of his work. We waited for at least a month before Felix was able to send a crew, but folksâ comments here on Google convinced us that he was worth the wait. He was! Every member of his crew, from painter to carpenter, was courteous and efficient. All of them showed up on time and cleaned up after themselves. The work they did, from sanding and revarnishing to carpentry repairs and lattice work, was meticulous. Any oversight that I noticed, Felix quickly took care of (and I would rate us close to a 10 when it comes to perfectionism!). I will most definitely use Felix again, hopefully to paint interior rooms and repair sheetrock damage from water. Thank you, Felix. (It makes sense that the only low review of Diamond Painting is by someone who never used him. Should that even be allowed?)"
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Job done

+8

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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SES Enterprises LLC
4.4(
548
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Serving Jefferson, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We’ve custom-built and remodeled homes on five occasions and from that perspective I give SES a solid thumbs up. They recently completed a kitchen renovation on our apartment and we are very happy with the outcome and the price paid. Perry’s estimate was detailed and specific and allowed us to complete the project as scoped for the price quoted — a first for us. The project progressed at an acceptable pace and SES coordinated well with the subs we selected ourselves for cabinets and countertops. As is the case with all builders, there were a few glitches and some of their crew were more skilled than others. Their demo crew, cabinet installer and tile guy were first-rate, their paint guys OK and their floor guy and cleaners not very good. SES addressed concerns related to the latter two with redos and fee reductions, respectively. They inadvertently disposed of $300 worth of cabinet lighting they were supposed to reuse, but they immediately agreed to replace it at their expense. Similarly, I had asked them repeatedly to provide me with copies of receipts for parking so I could get these reimbursed by the insurance company (the project was necessitated by water damage caused by our upstairs neighbor) but they neglected to do so and as a result offered to not charge us for parking (which HAD been included as a line item in their bid). Owner Shawn was very personable and responsive, and office manager Ashley was a pleasure to deal with, keeping things moving along and ensuring punch list items and other requests were addressed in a timely fashion. Communication generally was excellent. There were no times when anyone became difficult to work with, another first for us. I would gladly use SES again and I recommend them without reservation."
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+10

48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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King Cole Construction, LLC
4.7(
16
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Serving Jefferson, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Randolph has excellent communication skills to let you know what exactly I needed done. He was reasonably priced and did not take advantage of the pricing because I am a woman. He was very professional, honest and performed a clean repair."
Front of home
Living room after renovation and design
Kitchen
Kitchen
Interior remodel

+73

Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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One New Creation, LLC
4.8(
44
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Serving Jefferson, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Customers say: Quality work

"Earlier this year, Mario and his team at One New Creation finished a full renovation on a shotgun double in New Orleans. This was an extensive project that took over a year to complete. It involved extensive repairs and remodeling to all systems of the house: carpentry, roofing, foundation work, reducing chimneys, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and completely remodeling a kitchen. To add to the complexity, this was all supervised remotely, via FaceTime and periodic visits, from my current home in Boston. Bottom line is that Marioâ s work was impeccable. I was kept fully informed of the progress of the project. When inevitable unpleasant surprises involving rot and age occurred, Mario was straightforward in addressing it. His suggestions regarding both style and substance decisions was always useful. His attention to period detail in an old house was excellent. Minor snafus involving subcontractors were always solved effectively. Last but not least, the punch list items were all addressed with the same promptness as work at the beginning of the project. We have since stayed at our new home for a week. Everything was as we expected. I cannot recommend Mario and his company more highly. I have been a homeowner since 1992. This is easily the best contracting experience I have ever had."
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Floating cypress shelves
Molding repair/replace

+2

Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Major Construction LLC
4.7(
56
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Serving Jefferson, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Major Construction LLC was amazing. A knowledgeable, experienced and efficient craftsman. I would gladly and repeatedly recommend the services of Major Construction LLC. 5 stars easily on a 5 star scale"
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+10

Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Finishing Touch by Gary
5.0(
7
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Serving Jefferson, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

FINISHING TOUCH BY GARY, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Mandeville Foyer Ceiling
Mandeville Ceiling
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

New builds, remodels, and additions often necessitate professional framing expertise.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

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