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AXELRAD & ASSOC HOME INSPCTIONS

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AXELRAD & ASSOC HOME INSPCTIONS

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We provide premium home & property inspections and reports for owners & purchasers in the New Orleans metropolitan area. While we specialize in historic and older homes, we also inspect new construction, suburban, rural, inventment and commercial properties.

"We had an exceptional experience with Emily Beyer. I had read her thorough inspection report on another property and requested her for a property we are buying. She is extremely thorough, professional, and a very good communicator. I strongly recommend Emily and Axelrad & Associates."

Patricia K on March 2025

We provide premium home & property inspections and reports for owners & purchasers in the New Orleans metropolitan area. While we specialize in historic and older homes, we also inspect new construction, suburban, rural, inventment and commercial properties.

"We had an exceptional experience with Emily Beyer. I had read her thorough inspection report on another property and requested her for a property we are buying. She is extremely thorough, professional, and a very good communicator. I strongly recommend Emily and Axelrad & Associates."

Patricia K on March 2025


ABRY BROTHERS INC

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ABRY BROTHERS INC

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Customers say: Terrific value

STATE LICENSE: #26319. ADDITIONAL ADDRESSES: PO BOX 19737, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70179.

"had work done on my mothers property and now the pillars are failing. I have to call 4 days a day for a week just to get someone to come out. then it took me 4 more weeks to get on a day for the repairs. Well after calling again 4 times the day of the repairs only to have a no call no show and I missed out of pay and work for that day to still see a huge crack along side of the wall where the pillars were placed. Be advised to STAY AWAY from this company"

MATTHEW S on September 2020

STATE LICENSE: #26319. ADDITIONAL ADDRESSES: PO BOX 19737, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70179.

"had work done on my mothers property and now the pillars are failing. I have to call 4 days a day for a week just to get someone to come out. then it took me 4 more weeks to get on a day for the repairs. Well after calling again 4 times the day of the repairs only to have a no call no show and I missed out of pay and work for that day to still see a huge crack along side of the wall where the pillars were placed. Be advised to STAY AWAY from this company"

MATTHEW S on September 2020


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Charlie Rick, LLC

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Charlie Rick, LLC

4.58(
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Customers say: Quality work
24 years of experience

Welcome to Charlie Rick Construction Services, where our team of professionals specialize in residential and commercial design & build projects and maintenance. We are creative problem solvers that seek to determine and implement the right solution for each residential and commercial customer. We provide high quality construction services, on-time and on-budget, with the highest level of craftsmanship available. Through our family of companies, we handle all-aspects of commercial and residential design, construction, and maintenance for our North Shore customers from simple honey-do’s to complex remodels and new-build construction. Charlie Rick, LLC is a family-owned and run business with 20+ years’ experience and dedicated employees and subs. We are a fully licensed and insured contractor welcoming all jobs big or small.

Welcome to Charlie Rick Construction Services, where our team of professionals specialize in residential and commercial design & build projects and maintenance. We are creative problem solvers that seek to determine and implement the right solution for each residential and commercial customer. We provide high quality construction services, on-time and on-budget, with the highest level of craftsmanship available. Through our family of companies, we handle all-aspects of commercial and residential design, construction, and maintenance for our North Shore customers from simple honey-do’s to complex remodels and new-build construction. Charlie Rick, LLC is a family-owned and run business with 20+ years’ experience and dedicated employees and subs. We are a fully licensed and insured contractor welcoming all jobs big or small.


Gandolfi & Associates, Inc.

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Gandolfi & Associates, Inc.

4.75(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>WE SPECIALIZE IN INSURANCE RECOVERY <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< We are LA State Licensed General Contractors (both residential & commercial) as well as a design/build consultant firm. What this means for our customers is that the LA State Licensing Board of Contractors (LASLBC) has done the regulation leg work that every home/business owner should do but sometimes simply over looks or just doesn’t know what questions to ask a contractor. The LASLBC regulates those of us with licenses by making us place them as certificate holders of our insurance. All certificate holders are sent notices when a company is late on a payment or is dropped by their insurance carrier. If we are dropped, we lose our license. The LASLBC requires we attend so many hours of pre-approved/certified continuing education every year along with our annual license renewal. Failure to comply with these strict guidelines results in rejection of the applicant’s license renewal. The LASLBC also checks references before issuing a license. Please feel free to call the LASLBC in Baton Rouge and ask about our standing in any of the above areas. They can be reached at 225.765.2301 or on line at http://www.lslbc.louisiana.gov/ Gandolfi & Associates, Inc. license are as follows: Louisiana State Contractors Residential License # 86119 Louisiana State Contractors Commercial License # 40728 The largest and most influential trade organization in the building industry, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has worked for nearly 50 years to strengthen the professionalism of its members. NAHB is recognized in the building industry as the leading advocate of quality construction, responsible business practices, and reliable customer service. We are a long standing active member of the NHBA (National Home Builders’ Association) and our local chapter. Gandolfi & Associates, Inc. has acquired several distinguished certifications through the NHBA’s University of Housing: Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR). The Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) designation assures that your remodeler: • Has met NAHB prescribes standards of business practice. • Has a proven track record of successfully completing projects. • Has completed relevant educational requirements. • Pledges to uphold the CGR Code of Ethics. Please go to http://www.nahb.org/generic.aspx?genericContentID=8468 to see why you should insist on hiring a CGR for all your remodeling projects, interior & exterior. Additionally, we are a member of both the NAHB Remodelers Council and the local HBA Remodelers Council. We are also certified with the NAHB University of Housing as a Certified Green Professional (CGP) and the local green builders/remodelers HBA chapter the Crescent City Green Building Council. The National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Certified Green Professional™ Designation teaches builders, remodelers and other industry professionals’ techniques for incorporating green building principles into homes - without driving up the cost of construction. Class work leading to the designation provides a solid background in green building methods, as well as the tools to reach consumers, from the organization leading the charge to provide market-driven green building solutions to the home building industry. Gandolfi & Associates, Inc. is also registered as an EPA Certified Firm & we have a full time EPA Certified Renovator on staff.

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>WE SPECIALIZE IN INSURANCE RECOVERY <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< We are LA State Licensed General Contractors (both residential & commercial) as well as a design/build consultant firm. What this means for our customers is that the LA State Licensing Board of Contractors (LASLBC) has done the regulation leg work that every home/business owner should do but sometimes simply over looks or just doesn’t know what questions to ask a contractor. The LASLBC regulates those of us with licenses by making us place them as certificate holders of our insurance. All certificate holders are sent notices when a company is late on a payment or is dropped by their insurance carrier. If we are dropped, we lose our license. The LASLBC requires we attend so many hours of pre-approved/certified continuing education every year along with our annual license renewal. Failure to comply with these strict guidelines results in rejection of the applicant’s license renewal. The LASLBC also checks references before issuing a license. Please feel free to call the LASLBC in Baton Rouge and ask about our standing in any of the above areas. They can be reached at 225.765.2301 or on line at http://www.lslbc.louisiana.gov/ Gandolfi & Associates, Inc. license are as follows: Louisiana State Contractors Residential License # 86119 Louisiana State Contractors Commercial License # 40728 The largest and most influential trade organization in the building industry, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has worked for nearly 50 years to strengthen the professionalism of its members. NAHB is recognized in the building industry as the leading advocate of quality construction, responsible business practices, and reliable customer service. We are a long standing active member of the NHBA (National Home Builders’ Association) and our local chapter. Gandolfi & Associates, Inc. has acquired several distinguished certifications through the NHBA’s University of Housing: Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR). The Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) designation assures that your remodeler: • Has met NAHB prescribes standards of business practice. • Has a proven track record of successfully completing projects. • Has completed relevant educational requirements. • Pledges to uphold the CGR Code of Ethics. Please go to http://www.nahb.org/generic.aspx?genericContentID=8468 to see why you should insist on hiring a CGR for all your remodeling projects, interior & exterior. Additionally, we are a member of both the NAHB Remodelers Council and the local HBA Remodelers Council. We are also certified with the NAHB University of Housing as a Certified Green Professional (CGP) and the local green builders/remodelers HBA chapter the Crescent City Green Building Council. The National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Certified Green Professional™ Designation teaches builders, remodelers and other industry professionals’ techniques for incorporating green building principles into homes - without driving up the cost of construction. Class work leading to the designation provides a solid background in green building methods, as well as the tools to reach consumers, from the organization leading the charge to provide market-driven green building solutions to the home building industry. Gandolfi & Associates, Inc. is also registered as an EPA Certified Firm & we have a full time EPA Certified Renovator on staff.


Gurtler Bros. Consultants, Inc.

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Gurtler Bros. Consultants, Inc.

3.78(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Free onsite estimate

We are a Louisiana licensed Civil Engineering firm which also does home inspections as well as contractor deficiency inspections, hurricane damage assessments and environmental investigations.

"Excellent. The 100-year old home consists of an upper unit and a lower unit. Each unit has its own challenges. Buddy did the inspection and we were very pleased with his thoroughness and attention to detail. He is very easy to work with and has a great deal of knowledge about the quirks of older homes. We learned a lot about the house from him. Highest recommendation."

Christine B on July 2020

We are a Louisiana licensed Civil Engineering firm which also does home inspections as well as contractor deficiency inspections, hurricane damage assessments and environmental investigations.

"Excellent. The 100-year old home consists of an upper unit and a lower unit. Each unit has its own challenges. Buddy did the inspection and we were very pleased with his thoroughness and attention to detail. He is very easy to work with and has a great deal of knowledge about the quirks of older homes. We learned a lot about the house from him. Highest recommendation."

Christine B on July 2020


Leon Builders LLC

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Leon Builders LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Leon Builders, LLC, We have been in Buisness for over 10+ years and we pride ourselves in doing quality work at a reasonable price. We will beat any price by 10% on same kind materials and scope of work. All of our estimates are free and we will respond within 48hrs to do an estimate.

Leon Builders, LLC, We have been in Buisness for over 10+ years and we pride ourselves in doing quality work at a reasonable price. We will beat any price by 10% on same kind materials and scope of work. All of our estimates are free and we will respond within 48hrs to do an estimate.


ProMan HandyMan is a full service professional handyman company for your home or business. We are locally owned and operated and are located inside the Mandeville ACE Hardware store.




Pentek Homes

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Pentek Homes

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18 years of experience

We thank you for taking the time to visit Pentek in consideration for your project. Pentek is the leading home builder and remodeling contractor in new orleans specializing in custom designs for custom homes, full gut to finish renovation, additions and commercial contracting. Whether you are a architect searching for the right fit for your client or you are a property owner looking for the right fit we know it is a major decision selecting a contractor. Our companies success has been founded on holding this process and responsibiltiy with the highest regard and appreciation. Pentek has historically been known for our achievements in complex high end residential contruction for both new construction and historic renovations, however, Pentek has expanded our services offering commercial services, please visit our website for additional info.

We thank you for taking the time to visit Pentek in consideration for your project. Pentek is the leading home builder and remodeling contractor in new orleans specializing in custom designs for custom homes, full gut to finish renovation, additions and commercial contracting. Whether you are a architect searching for the right fit for your client or you are a property owner looking for the right fit we know it is a major decision selecting a contractor. Our companies success has been founded on holding this process and responsibiltiy with the highest regard and appreciation. Pentek has historically been known for our achievements in complex high end residential contruction for both new construction and historic renovations, however, Pentek has expanded our services offering commercial services, please visit our website for additional info.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

Dormers must be able to bear the load of their own construction and the added window. The style of the dormer, however, will determine where the weight loads onto your home's structure. A gable dormer bears the weight on the side walls whereas a shed dormer bears it on the front walls.

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.

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

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