No Job Too Small! Over 20+ years experience in ALL PHASES of building trades/maintenance and restoration!! Full service Home Repair/Handyman/Painting and Renovation Services! Everything from Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry to Painting, One Wall or the WHOLE House! :) Serving CENLA, Rapides, Grant, LaSalle and Avoyelles but can accommodate bigger jobs anywhere in the state! Dave: 318-528-0407 (OK to Text)
No Job Too Small! Over 20+ years experience in ALL PHASES of building trades/maintenance and restoration!! Full service Home Repair/Handyman/Painting and Renovation Services! Everything from Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry to Painting, One Wall or the WHOLE House! :) Serving CENLA, Rapides, Grant, LaSalle and Avoyelles but can accommodate bigger jobs anywhere in the state! Dave: 318-528-0407 (OK to Text)
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We are your full-service roofing & renovation company. Satisfaction always a gurantee. There is no project too complex nor large for Smith Roofing & Renovation. Promotions and financing seasonal.
Hire Arkla Exteriors to install gutters and patio covers to your property. Contact us in Springhill, LA, to request a service today!
Hire Arkla Exteriors to install gutters and patio covers to your property. Contact us in Springhill, LA, to request a service today!
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Patios questions, answered by experts
For handy homeowners, concrete projects are DIYable, and DIYing is a good way to save on the cost of a concrete slab, walkway, or other concrete work. If you’re completing a larger project or one that’s subject to building codes, you should always hire a professional to ensure the job is done safely and correctly.
Most standard concrete patios are around 4 inches deep. However, concrete patios that need to support very heavy items, like a hot tub or outdoor kitchen, should be around 6 inches thick to support the full weight of these items. You'll also want to make sure you install rebar for patios that need to support a lot of weight like this.
Most professionals will take two to three weeks to install a patio and return your yard to its previous condition. The timeline for your patio installation will depend on several factors, though, including landscaping features your installer needs to navigate around, the type of patio you’re having installed, and how long any add-ons, like outdoor kitchens, take to complete. The size of your patio will also play a role in how long it takes, so plan to keep pets and children out of your yard for longer if you’re installing an oversized patio.
You should have at least 4 to 6 inches of compactable base under your concrete slab. Your contractor may recommend more depending on the structure.
Building a concrete driveway normally takes between one and three days, including the time to cure the concrete. Wait at least seven days before driving on your driveway and two days before walking on it. Your contractor may require additional time if you need to level the ground, install a drainage system, or order special concrete materials. Installing a driveway also often requires a permit, so be sure to include this wait into your prep time as well.
The Springhill, LA homeowners’ guide to patio services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Flagstone gives your outdoor space a gorgeous, rustic feel. Find out the cost of flagstone per square foot or per ton. Our expert cost guide helps you plan your budget for your flagstone project from walkways to patios to walls.
Adding artificial grass to your deck can be a good way to protect the wood underneath the grass while providing a more comfortable walking surface. Here’s how to do it.
When designing a dream deck, knowing the pros and cons of composite decking vs. wood decking is helpful. We’ve broken down the differences to help you decide.
