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HALE SHIELD
4.9(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Slaughter, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr . Joe contacted me early on June 25, 2024. I told him what I needed replacing. He said he could come by and look at what needed to be done with my Attic replacement stairs. He called me when he got into the driveway of my home. He looked at the Old Attic ladder & Door that needed replacing. Quoted me a very reasonable price. He said I can replace it for you now. I said great ?. He left and went to the store to buy the replacement ladder and picked up a helper. The job was completed in 2 hours. I was extremely pleased with his work. His helper Lacretia Edwards was also a great helper. They got the job done with no problems. Very professional and I would recommend HANDYMAN SERVICES, Mr. Joe Nichols to anyone needing repairs done. Thank you, Mr. Joe and Lacretia. I can now go into my Attic safely. Linda Giordano"
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Sentri Homes
2.4(
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Serving Slaughter, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Sentri Homes provided the most professional flooring service I’ve ever had. The LVP installation turned out absolutely beautiful, and I was amazed at how quickly everything was completed without sacrificing quality. The crew was fast, accurate, and extremely detail-oriented from start to finish. Everything was installed cleanly, precisely, and with real craftsmanship. The entire process was smooth, efficient, and far beyond what I expected. I would absolutely recommend Sentri Homes to anyone needing flooring installed."
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Ascended Constructions
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Serving Slaughter, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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HALE SHIELD
4.9(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Slaughter, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe, gave us ideas of what he could do for us, helped me get everything at the hardware store, had every tool for the job of a new tile wall for our shower, and did an Amazing Job, every shower ,thats the first thought i have, how nice the shower looks , I would always call him if I need a job done around the home."
before shower door and fully install lights
FLOOR REPAIR
Handymen Project
custome barn doors made on site.
Bull grill from Goodwood hardware
shelves and barn doors

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Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
RANDY KEY CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING
4.9(
10
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Slaughter, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

"Great! From beginning to end, Randy and his crew were on time, great communicators, and expertly skilled. We were informed every step of the way and part of every decision. Randy’s advice was always well reasoned and helpful. Our project was not only completed on time but also on budget. We could not be more pleased with the experience and the results."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Freedom Remodeling
5.0(
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Slaughter, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brad is a very good handy man. He shows up on time and works steadily all day long. He did a great job all of the work he did for me. I would highly recommend him and would hire him again for any remodeling or handy man job in my home."
Case opening to dining room
Old plastic bathtub
Case opening from living room to dining room
New fiberglass bathtub and new trim
Closed in case opening to living room and installed wainscoat

+29

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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

There's no simple answer to which is less costly: wood or metal-framed homes. In most cases, metal building components cost more than wooden ones, while entire metal buildings cost less than wooden versions. However, regardless of the exterior framing or structure, each must meet similar building codes. This means that the costs are about the same, even considering that wood will require more maintenance than metal over time.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

Average barndominiums last between 50 and 150 years depending on the materials they are made from, how well they are maintained, and the environment they are built in. Barndominiums are very durable and have a much longer lifespan than traditional wood homes. With proper care and maintenance, well-built barndominium homes can last generations. 

Whether you should choose a flat roof or a sloped roof depends on your particular situation. Flat roofs tend to be less expensive to install. However, sloped roofs have longer lifespans and stand up better to heavy snow and other inclement weather.

Keep in mind that even a flat roof needs to have a slight slope, usually around 1/2 inch for every foot. If it is completely flat, water will pool and cause damage, either from weight or leakage or rot.

Ranch and colonial-style homes are often the most affordable to build. They have a common layout with available designs that are easy to adjust in simple ways without having to spend too much on a structural engineer or architect. Both types of homes' symmetry, simple roofs, and often one or two-story plans mean they often fall in the $150 to $200 square-foot range, putting them right around average.

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