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Edge Residential Service LLC.

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Edge Residential Service LLC.

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11 years of experience

Welcome to Edge Residential Service, LLC! We are the experts when it comes to handyman projects. Our reputation for quality work, responsiveness, and competitive pricing has been the primary factor in our success. We are committed to client satisfaction in which we serve the client from the developmental stages of a project to final completion. By early involvement in the conceptual phase of a project, we can explore all design possibilities with the client to assist in obtaining the best balance of aesthetics and budget covering all aspects. Through ongoing education, training and cutting edge technology, we bring the latest innovations in specialty finishes to your project. Edge Residential Service welcomes the opportunity to assist you with your particular project needs. Give us a call; you'll be glad you did. We look forward to working with you!

Welcome to Edge Residential Service, LLC! We are the experts when it comes to handyman projects. Our reputation for quality work, responsiveness, and competitive pricing has been the primary factor in our success. We are committed to client satisfaction in which we serve the client from the developmental stages of a project to final completion. By early involvement in the conceptual phase of a project, we can explore all design possibilities with the client to assist in obtaining the best balance of aesthetics and budget covering all aspects. Through ongoing education, training and cutting edge technology, we bring the latest innovations in specialty finishes to your project. Edge Residential Service welcomes the opportunity to assist you with your particular project needs. Give us a call; you'll be glad you did. We look forward to working with you!


Cruz Construction, LLC

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Cruz Construction, LLC

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28 years of experience

Cruz Construction is a Licensed and Bonded Company Founded in 1997 by Edwin Cruz in Willis, Texas. Cruz Construction offers Construction Expertise in New Home Building and existing Home Improvement Processes. We offer equitable pricing Structures for Profit-Minded and Quality-Concerned Builders. Cruz Construction relies on a Team of Craftsmen with Integrity, Experience and Attention to Detail. Our Company Strives to get the Job done right the First Time. In 2005, Cruz Construction started doing Business in the State of Louisiana under a Limited Liability Corporation (Cruz Construction, LLC), Performing Hotel Renovation and Restoration in the Cities of Lake Charles, Kinde, Lafayette, Baton Rouge and New Orleans. At this time Cruz Construction LLC is operating in Different States

Cruz Construction is a Licensed and Bonded Company Founded in 1997 by Edwin Cruz in Willis, Texas. Cruz Construction offers Construction Expertise in New Home Building and existing Home Improvement Processes. We offer equitable pricing Structures for Profit-Minded and Quality-Concerned Builders. Cruz Construction relies on a Team of Craftsmen with Integrity, Experience and Attention to Detail. Our Company Strives to get the Job done right the First Time. In 2005, Cruz Construction started doing Business in the State of Louisiana under a Limited Liability Corporation (Cruz Construction, LLC), Performing Hotel Renovation and Restoration in the Cities of Lake Charles, Kinde, Lafayette, Baton Rouge and New Orleans. At this time Cruz Construction LLC is operating in Different States






Jones construction

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Jones construction

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29 years of experience

3-4employees depending on job size, cash or check only also sub contract as well as contract my own jobs,we offer the most reasonable pricing on metal roofs and car ports as well as metal buildings,we take pride in our work and stand behind our work firmly. We will work with customers on pricing.

3-4employees depending on job size, cash or check only also sub contract as well as contract my own jobs,we offer the most reasonable pricing on metal roofs and car ports as well as metal buildings,we take pride in our work and stand behind our work firmly. We will work with customers on pricing.


The J Family Anything Laborers

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The J Family Anything Laborers

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15 years of experience

company provides 1-4 employees. both men and women. for larger jobs company hires temporary helpers and depending on bussiness turnout would like to keep the good ones. company is willing to discuss sub-contracting. billing depends on the job, some will require a starting amount and pay remaining balance when finished, some will require weekly balance untill job finish, and some will require pay full amount at time of completion.

company provides 1-4 employees. both men and women. for larger jobs company hires temporary helpers and depending on bussiness turnout would like to keep the good ones. company is willing to discuss sub-contracting. billing depends on the job, some will require a starting amount and pay remaining balance when finished, some will require weekly balance untill job finish, and some will require pay full amount at time of completion.


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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

Neglecting to repair or replace a sagging floor can expose you to the risk of injury and your home to serious structural damage. When sagging floors are caused by termites, water damage, or weak foundations, holding off on completing the work can lead to a more costly repair bill as the problem can worsen over time.

Warped wooden landscape timbers are the result of the wood taking in too much moisture and then drying out. Treated lumber is less likely to warp but may still be susceptible to changes due to moisture. You can reduce the risk of warping by treating the cut ends of your timbers with a product specifically made for waterproofing wood.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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