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Ed Chachere Construction Inc
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Scott, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I phoned Ed Chachere to get an estimate on the job above.  He was very professional over the phone inquiring in detail about the services I wanted performed.  He explained to me that he would like to do some research prior to giving an estimate and recommending how to proceed.   He kept me informed every step of the way and clearly did his research.
Once we decided to proceed, Mr. Cachere continued to inform me about project details daily.  His precision to detail and work ethic is evident in his carpentry.  Several other professionals including a landscaper and home inspector have commented on how well built the pergola is and what a craftsman Mr. Chachere is.  I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Chachere to anyone wanting carpentry work performed.  In fact, because Mr. Chachere has done such beautiful work thus far, I am planning to use his services for other projects in our house.
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S.A.R service and remodeling
5.0(
6
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Scott, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First of all he's honest because everyone else wanted to charge me $800-$1200 dollars to relevel my trailer home. Eric came out and seen it was a simple fix and did it for $250 I was so impressed I decided to give him more work to clean my yard from storm damage and he and his helpers did a wonderful job they were fast efficient and respectful.And for the first time hiring handymen I didn't have to repeat myself to him Eric did exactly what I asked him to do Very Very impressed"
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Shankar Developers
5.0(
6
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Scott, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It took a half day of work to repair the structural problem, and another two days for the tear off and refinish. Prin was very personable and onsite much more then other contractors that I have used in the past. I hope this post brings his company many more referrals. I will surely use them again!"
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Toujours Homes
5.0(
5
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Scott, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It went better than I expected. I wasn’t charged for work not done even though it was in estimate. Sometimes you just don’t know what damage is in the wall until you take it down. Blake was very honest from the start and didn’t do any unnecessary replacements. Job was done very professional and I would hire again in a heartbeat."
Dronet Bathroom Remodel
Speyrer Sunroom Addition
Barbier Renovation
Remodeling - General Project
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+29

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Diamond Finish Construction LLC
5.0(
6
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Scott, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was very easy to work with Diamond Finish Construction. All of my questions were answered and the craftsmanship truly brought my vision to life. The work was impeccable and very professional. The jobs were completed efficiently and exceeded my expectations."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project
Carpentry - Woodworking Project
Fencing Project
Remodeling - General Project

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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. 

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

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