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Avatar for Landry's Remodeling & Repair, LLC
Landry's Remodeling & Repair, LLC
4.8(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCloset - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+3 more

Serving Kaplan, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are in the middle of our project! The work is going fast. Pleased about that. They work hard on making all the changes in a 100 year old house. They have been helpful to reccomend solutions to make our home perfect. We would definitely reccommend them!"
Shed
Remodeling
Remodeling
Remodeling
Remodeling

+53

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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D & D Construction of Rayne, LLC
3.2(
417
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Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving Kaplan, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently bought this new home here in Lake Charles area I was referred to D&D construction from a friend to insist with the completion of work I need done here at my location came.. upon following through i contacted the owner of D and D , he later came and surveyed the job gave me a great price & I was told that my wrk would be completed the next day, that very next day the company was there at my location just like the owner had provided, the doors & shower that I had installed I approved it , the wrk was very professionalism I would highly recommend D and D too anyone if their in need of any wrk done!!"
Tina Landry
Tina Landry
Tina Landry
Tina Landry
Tina Landry

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Response time7 hrs
176 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.9(
47
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Kaplan, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with Sentri Homes - their customer service was excellent. They sent a subcontractor to install some vinyl laminate in my bathroom and he ended up getting glue all over the carpet in our bedroom. The sub ended up ghosting both me and Sentri, leaving me stuck with a ruined carpet. Sentri stuck with me for over a month to get the carpet replaced with the identical original and to get the vinyl job 100% completed. The carpet was a Home Depot exclusive and Sentri handled everything with them. I will be using Sentri for a much bigger renovation I have coming up soon, because I know that they will make sure everything gets done right no matter what problems come up. The vinyl looks great too."
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pat Boutte Llc.
5.0(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Kaplan, LA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Pat Boutte is an outstanding carpenter/plumber/electrician. He and his crew,replaced a 3/4” by 4’x4’ section of floor under my toilet,also the 2x6 bracing under the same area installed a new sink. They installed new vinyl flooring in both the bathroom and hallway, also a new sink in back bathroom . Pat is great to work with easygoing.Thanks to Pat and his crew.Good job Tom Holt"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arkansas Wood Doors
5.0(
8
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Closet - BuildCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Kaplan, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent work. We purchased natural cherry cabinets in shaker style, with the panels made of solid wood rather than veneer. That is more difficult work, as each panel has to be constructed from several planks. Moreover, the clear finish would leave any flaws more visible. Simply put, the doors are beautiful--flawless in both construction and finish. They are similar in quality to custom cherry furniture we own."
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Woodworking 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.

Hiring a woodworker can be expensive, depending on the job, but it’s very often well worth the investment. Woodworkers are able to provide custom pieces of furniture and handmade construction to present a finished product that is exactly to your specifications. If you have a specific vision for a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture or home feature, the cost of hiring a professional woodworker is worthwhile. Plus, you’ll often get a higher quality product than what you could buy in stores for a fraction of the price.

Floor joists provide support and stability to the flooring installed above them, whether it be hardwood, tile, or carpet. They’re essentially horizontal beams that hold up the subfloor and everything that lies on top of it. Floor joists also help evenly distribute weight across their structure so that it’s shared between walls, beams, and your foundation.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

Many modern homes have soffits, but older ones don’t, and you may be wondering why. Older homes have eaves that extend further beyond the home and help to circulate air, negating the need for a soffit. This style of building has faded away, therefore, modern homes need separate soffit installation. Modern soffits are more efficient than this older style and require less material to construct, saving homeowners money.

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