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HALE SHIELD
4.9(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Port Allen, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Civil Lining Industries, Inc.
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Port Allen, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

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Emergency services offered

"Here’s another polished HomeAdvisor review you can use: Outstanding Craftsmanship and Attention to Detail Civil Lining Industries did an excellent job building, painting, and installing shutters in my home. The craftsmanship was top-notch, the paint finish was clean and professional, and the shutters were installed perfectly. They paid close attention to detail, worked efficiently, and left the area clean. The shutters look beautiful and have completely elevated the space. I highly recommend Civil Lining Industries for custom work and quality home improvements."
Bathroom Floor Repair
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Bathroom Floor Repair

+16

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hines Quality Renovations
5.0(
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Closet - Build

Serving Port Allen, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If I could give this company 10 stars, I would. This company is very professional. They are punctual and they hold the quality of their work to the highest degree. I was so pleased with the way that they took care of our project. I cannot wait to hire them for something else again."
Renovations
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+127

Response time2 hrs
Response rate85%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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D & D Construction of Rayne, LLC
3.2(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Port Allen, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I gave the dimensions of the cement slab I wanted and I was quoted over the phone. I didn't have to wait for someone to come out. Often times these contractors come out to see where you live and what they think you can afford to pay. If you live in a nice area, they double their fees. It's happened to me on more than one occasion. Giving me the price over the phone for the exact size I wanted made me feel like the contractor was an honest guy. The installation was arranged right away and the crew got there early. They focused on the job until they were done. They did an excellent job! Would recommend this company highly!"
Tina Landry
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Tina Landry
Tina Landry

+2

Response time7 hrs
175 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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No -two-the-same-landscaping
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Port Allen, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The landscaping crew was very professional and knowledgeable. The entire process was very detailed and organized. I would recommend this company with no reservations. I recommend that you contact the company for all your landscaping projects!"
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Recommended by60%of homeowners
House Painting and Handyman Services
4.0(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Port Allen, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Offers commercial services

"The House Painting and Handyman Services was quick to respond to my request and the service helpers Carl and Kevin provided excellent service. They are professional, very courteous and left no mess to clean up after them. Very pleased with the service and will use again."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

Homeowners can increase the usefulness of their garage space in other ways, and one option is to extend the length of the garage by making it deeper. The process is similar to traditional garage extensions, but the end product is a garage with a different layout rather than additional parking spaces. 

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

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