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Avatar for Crown Home Improvement LLC
Crown Home Improvement LLC
5.0(
32
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCloset - BuildDeck or Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Merrydale, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Crown home improvement got the project done quickly and did a fantastic job. They built the wheelchair ramp just the way we wanted it. It was to provide access to our 5th wheel travel trailer and it needed to be built so that it could be moved when we wanted to travel with the trailer"
Ramp
Ramp
Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Triton Property Care LLC
4.9(
28
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Merrydale, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Mason did a great job on my home. He was there at 6:30am, and didn’t leave until 2:30pm. He made sure the house was shining before he left, the driveway showed noticeable differences. I had a soft wash done, which was perfect for the vinyl on my house. I would highly recommend him for any pressure washing needs."
Double wide vinyl siding
Double wide vinyl siding
Double wide vinyl siding
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Additional Photos

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
HALE SHIELD
4.9(
38
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Merrydale, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Awesome! He practically knows how to do anything!! I had him doing my husband’s to do list and he got about half of it done in one day. From there I kept adding to the list once I saw how good he was. My only concern I had/have is that he works by the hour instead of quoting a price for the job. I was pleased at how well he worked and the length of time it took to get the job done. He even shops for any parts you may need but be prepared to pay for that time since it is time he could be on a job. He worked on electrical and plumbing jobs and carpentry and even things like hanging TV’s on the wall! I definitely would recommend him!!"
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Drainco
5.0(
28
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Merrydale, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"This would have to be the best experience that you can ask for!!! Top of the line experience!!! If you need a great quality work and great experience do not pass this them up!! I have already recommended them to at least 3 other people."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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SRS Construction
4.9(
45
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCloset - BuildDeck or Porch - Repair+4 more

Serving Merrydale, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Quick response

"Simply outstanding!!! Every step in the process was timely and completed as promised. Every previous carpenter had recommended replacing the entrance door assembly, which would have cost three or more times the price to fix the problem. COMPLETED ON TIME AND BUDGET AS AGREED UPON!!! Canâ t say enough about my SATISFACTION!! SUPER â ¼ï¸ â ¼ï¸ â ¼ï¸"
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Brady's Construction, LLC
4.1(
43
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Merrydale, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had the best experience with Brady s Construction than anyone we have ever had doing work for us! They were there whenever weather permitted. The crew was always busy removing all that needed to be done to prepare for out new porch for family functions. All were very mannerly and answered any and all questions that I or my husband had. Even the crews that were contracted out were very good at their speciality. As soon as we are able we will definitely have them back for some more renovations/upkeep! Thank you so much for our beautiful new porch!"
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Sunshine Construction
4.9(
9
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Merrydale, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I spoke to William Wells. I honestly can say he is such a respectful and honest man. I had multiple companies come out and give me estimates but when I got ahold of Louisiana State Construction William put me at ease and came out and gave me a estimate on my roof which is a metal roof and he went through everything with me and just by the way he was so respectful and honest I had to go with him the price was just great as well! Thank you William"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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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