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SES Enterprises LLC
4.4(
548
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Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"SUMMARY: SES did high quality work. They stuck to the projected cost. They finished within the estimated timeframe (or at least close enough). PRELIMINARY STAGES: SES promptly returned our initial call and set up a visit by their estimator. Within a very reasonable timeframe (maybe a little more than a week), we had the estimate in hand. In contrast, we were shocked to see how difficult it was to deal with some other contractors--even in the early stage, when we were trying to give them business. DETAILS OF THE JOB: They gutted ~50% of a ~180 sq ft bathroom to the studs; did some framing/re-framing; removed a large tub and patched in some hardwood; completely re-did the mortar bed/tile/plumbing for the shower; re-routed an HVAC intake to a different part of the house; moved/added some plumbing and electrical; installed a new commode and tile floor in a new toilet closet; hung crown molding; installed a double vanity with a stone top; hung a large mirror and frameless shower door; built out 2 closets. QUALITY. Their renovation was high quality and fit perfectly into our 1930’s arts-and-crafts home. They found, sanded, and painted an old 5 panel door to match the doors in rest of the house. The salvaged/refinished pine floor fits into the existing pine floor seamlessly, and the new trim work matches that in the rest of the house. Their tile guy did an outstanding job on the shower—floor to ceiling with a bullnose and a niche. The subs they used for the vanity/stone top and for the mirror/shower door did a high quality job. We designed our closets and the trim carpenter built them out perfectly (soft-close drawers and all). COMMUNICATION. This was a big asset to the SES experience. Ashley kept us posted with an email almost every day. We knew what to expect when we got home from work, as well as what to look for the next day and the rest of the week. In the rare event that there were surprises or delays, Ashley would let us know right away as well as what the resolution would be. While Ashley was the main line of communication, the owner, Shawn, was very accessible as well when necessary. PROFESSIONALISM. All the people we interacted with were professional and punctual. The workers were respectful of us and our home, and they did a great job cleaning up every day. With very few exceptions, people were at the house every weekday (and even some weekend days), from the start to the finish of the project. THE UNEXPECTED. As the work proceeded, some minor structural damage from the old shower had to be addressed and the hot water heater needed some repairs. These were taken care off in a time- and cost-efficient manner. Otherwise, there were a few miscommunications regarding the electrical rough ins, a plumbing valve, the closet build outs, and the shower door. All these were very minor and easily addressed. Along the way—and especially as things neared the end—Shawn made sure we had everything exactly the way we wanted it. This was our first time hiring a contractor. Before our renovation, we had heard many contractor-related horror stories. Our experience with SES was drastically different. We are already scheduling another project with them."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
Finishing Touch by Gary
5.0(
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Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

FINISHING TOUCH BY GARY, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Mandeville Foyer Ceiling
Mandeville Ceiling
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Major Construction LLC
4.7(
53
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Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Major Construction LLC was amazing. A knowledgeable, experienced and efficient craftsman. I would gladly and repeatedly recommend the services of Major Construction LLC. 5 stars easily on a 5 star scale"
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Torres Quality Construction LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Torres Quality Construction LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

bathroom paint and ceramic tile
ceramic floor
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+12

Response time5 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Slidell Shutters and Security LLC
4.8(
19
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Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

ALL HURRICANE PROTECTION** - With over 20 years of experience, Slidell Shutters and Security specializes in all types of Hurricane Protection for any opening, no matter size or shape. We are a direct resource of professional knowledge and superior products, not only for home and business owners, but architects and builders as well. Slidell Shutters and Security utilizes over 20 years hands on experiences in all areas of storm protection including sales, design, manufacturing, installation and service. As a result, our customers obtain the highest level of security available at the most affordable price. From the do-it-your-seller to the experienced custom builder and architects, we will work with you to design the best combination of defense and aesthetics. We are able to accommodate any size order, large or small, commercial or residential. Our experts will guild you though the hurricane protection process and answer any questions you may have. For all your shutter needs or questions. Interior or Exterior, Commercial or Residential. We ARE your One Stop Shutter Shop.

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+5

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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STMZ Roofing and Remodeling
4.5(
23
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Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"IT was a great experience he was very professional and in time, he cleaned up after he was done and has called to check on my roof very pleased with the work and professionalism"
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Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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RH & MS, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Mike came to my to rental property to do some major carpentry work. From the floors to kitchen and bathroom remodel, he did a great job - this was a time and material job as I did not know how the money flow goes. Every week I had my invoice with supporting documents. Everything was straight forward - he had the crew there, the dumpster , porto-let and all what was needed to start. I even went to check his insurance myself (even though he did had it send from the insurance company), as I do no not trust anybody. Everything went well and I can charge even more rent as my property is up to date and to code. Thank you again Mr Mike for the great job you did."
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Complete Condo Remodel
Installation of new Subfloor
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Installation of Bathroom in Loft of Condo

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Response time3 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

Bow windows need support because they are large and extend out from the exterior wall of the home. Bow windows may extend 1 foot to several feet from the outside of the home, so you’ll need to provide additional support to handle this weight. A window contractor will be able to provide the proper amount of support for your new bow window.

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.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

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.

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