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Morales Painting
5.0(
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Serving Merryville, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I would like to thank and congratulate you on the excellent work you did. Your dedication, commitment, and attention to detail exceeded my expectations, and the final result is impeccable. It is a true pleasure to collaborate with someone so professional."
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Local Lawn and Construction
3.8(
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Serving Merryville, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My lawn looked excellent after, it really needed some care and love! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a lawn company!"
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+16

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Smith Design and Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Merryville, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are an ethical, honest and professional company. We are easy to communicate with. Always working with you until the job is done right and to your specifications. When working with our company you can expect integrity, prompt service and superior customer service. Always leaving the job site clean . We take pride in our services and enjoy making clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience and will not keep you waiting. Call us today for your free estimate. You'll be pleased you did. Thank you

Response time1 day
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Rus-T Nail Builders
New to Angi

Serving Merryville, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Rus-T Nail Builders 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.

Back Porch
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Wood and Beam ceiling
Wood and Beam Ceiling

+10

Response time2 days
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Whispering Pines Earthworks, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Merryville, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"All worked completed on time. All work was thoroughly explained to me. Finished product looks great. Great pricing."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arkansas Wood Doors
5.0(
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Serving Merryville, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"AWD went above and beyond to make sure we had exactly what we needed. Their service was excellent. Their cabinets were made on time and of exceptional quality. I would recommend them to anyone."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
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Serving Merryville, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"I never contacted the provider or used this service in anyway. I have to
write this review so that the request to write this review stops
popping up.
The rating is bogus as it is required to be able to submit.
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

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