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Lamp Property Development, LLC
4.2(
71
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Tickfaw, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"I hired Lamp Property Development to build my office building for me. They did a great job on the design! They also did a great job on the construction, from the ground up. I was so pleased with Matthew Lamp and his crew. They were professional and had everything done on time. I was very happy with the entire experience and would highly recommend them for whatever project you are about to undertake. I used them for several projects and they are my number one go to contractor."
Brookside
Brookside
Brookside
Brookside
Brookside

+98

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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STMZ Roofing and Remodeling
4.5(
23
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Tickfaw, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Samuel is extremely competent, timely, responsive, and transparent. Unfortunately, we had a roof installed a few years ago by a company who cut corners, and STMZ came to repair two separate leaks in the “new” roof. He documented every step of the process with photos, and explained what he was doing. (Most contractors, in my experience, do not take the time to explain the process to you!) I highly recommend his services, and if we ever need to replace the roof, STMZ will be the company we will call."
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+37

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Hadden's Construction, LLC
5.0(
10
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Tickfaw, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This project was to replace some subfloor in my moms house. They showed up everyday when they where scheduled. Did the project in a very minimally avassive manner not disturbing her at all. They performed high quality work and I have never seen a contractor clean up as they performed the work and at the end of the day housekeeping was the best I have ever seen. You could not tell they had been there not 1 piece of dust left behind. I would strongly recommend Todd to do any project."
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Tubs
Plumbing

+26

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
America's Best Kitchen and Bath
5.0(
11
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Tickfaw, LA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"From start to finish it was a great experience. I have had some mishaps in the past with other contractors and this was the best experience so far. Very honest, punctual and neat. The finish work is beautiful and I can’t ask for anything better than what I received. I would recommend them to anyone!!! 5 Stars"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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+7

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Jack of All Tradez LLC
5.0(
9
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Tickfaw, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric did an awesome job and his prices are very fair. My project presented many unforeseen challenges and he was able to work through everything and even came up with some creative solutions. He is friendly and honest, which is very important to me. He and his son did a great job on the yard and even helped us work on our riding lawnmower. He is definitely a Jack of All Trades!"
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

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.

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

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.

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