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Handy Mansfield
5.0(
103
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Deck or Porch - RepairWindow Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Meraux, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

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
Gate
Remodel
Custom Fence
New stairs

+346

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kylah's Construction
4.2(
191
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Meraux, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The guys came early and very through on what the plan would be to complete the fence. They were able to salvage my old fence and build a gate and add new boards where needed. They were professional and never mind answering questions or letting me view the progress of the fence."
Scraped popcorn
Level 5 finnish and paint
Pounchtula job
Pounchtulla job
Pounhtulla job

+1610

Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RH & MS, LLC
4.3(
69
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+5 more

Serving Meraux, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great workmanship and communication throughout the complete renovation of a Katrina derelict. The entire project was finished in just a few months which even spanned the holidays at the end of the year. From start to finish, they were extremely and efficient and the final product was amazing ! I would definitely hire Mike, OB, Jack, and their entire team again !!"
Water Damage
Complete Condo Remodel
Installation of new Subfloor
Condo Remodel
Installation of Bathroom in Loft of Condo

+559

Response time3 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Bayou Lacombe Custom Cabinets
4.6(
5
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Deck or Porch - RepairCloset - BuildFurniture - Build Custom+3 more

Serving Meraux, LA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

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"Jeff is by far the best contractor we have ever worked with. He did what he said he would do, when he said he would do it. He was honest, on time, hard working, and fun to have around! He worked with our drawings and offered suggestions on making the remodel better. His craftsmanship is unmatched. We will not let anyone else touch our house but Jeff! Every day we enjoy our new master bedroom and bath even more and wouldn't change a thing. You won't regret hiring Jeff."
Whole Home remodel
Whole Home remodel
Whole Home remodel
Whole Home remodel
Whole Home remodel

+19

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Construction By Monarca Pro
5.0(
4
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Meraux, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I used a contractor in repair a raised house flooring and they did do a good job. These guys came in assessing the situation and recommend to remove the vinyl flooring and add a layer of plywood to the floor to make it more stable , they did the entire house with removing the shoe molding n flooring fixing the entire house and put the vinyl back down. The floor is so much stronger and you canâ t even tell anything was done; the floor is much sounder and you can tell itâ s strong and doesnâ t move like before more"
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work

+21

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

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.

Professionals ensure precise alignment and durability, critical for structural integrity.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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.

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