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Handy Mansfield
5.0(
96
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Deck or Porch - RepairWindow Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bill was professional and highly competent from our first texts to the job finish. He did a smaller job for me yet one which required skill as he was drilling through ceramic tile. He can also build custom furniture and just designed and built a hosting stand for a new high restaurant."
Bathroom partial remodel
Gate
Remodel
Custom Fence
New stairs

+346

Response time3 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Northshore Painting & Home Improvement
4.8(
283
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Phillip and his team did excellent work at a reasonable price. We had damaged siding replaced and the whole 2-story house painted. More siding needed to be replaced than was initially expected, but the original estimate was honored. I did not feel like there were any corners cut, and all of the workers were very neat and respectful of the space. I would definitely work with Phillip and his team again."
Painting - Exterior Project
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+6

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SES Enterprises LLC
4.4(
548
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"SES couldn't have been more pleasant to work with! From their professionalism and kindness, to their transparency with scope of work and pricing, there's not a better company to trust with your renovation/build. Every person we encountered with SES from the Owner to the amazing men and women who worked on the house were kind, honest, and open. It was so comforting to trust the people spending time in our home. They were more than just the staff working on our renovation, they were people we were able to get to know. Here are some bullets to describe our experience as succinctly as possible: Our plan: - My husband and I knew exactly how we wanted the finished product to look, so we were able to provide SES with lots of pictures so they could envision the end goal as well. - We purchased all of the materials for the project (flooring, cabinetry, appliances, backsplash, etc.), and SES made the project come to life! The Details: - On our first call, we were able to schedule a time to have someone come out and assess the scope of work. - Within a couple of days Perry came to the house, assessed our first floor, discussed our plan, and we sent him our inspiration pictures via email. - Within 1 week we had a detailed quote including product and labor pricing. - We were able to schedule a meeting with Perry to adjust pricing since we were purchasing our own materials, and the next morning we had an updated quote within our budget. - Once we paid for permits, the process began and within 6 weeks (because Jefferson Parish took a while to complete the permitting) work started; at this point we had all of our materials ready for the renovation, and all of the work went smoothly from there. - We added on 3 big projects throughout the renovation and they made it so easy. We'd reach out via email, Ashley and Perry would respond with confirmation and pricing, and we'd be able to move forward the following day with the new work. Their process: - Ashley who manages the office, would reach out every evening via email to let us know who would be on site the next day, what time they would arrive, and the scope of work on the list to complete. - If any pieces of work weren't finished on the planned day, Ashley would reach out to let us know why and when the item would be finished. - If anything came up during the renovation that Perry or Luis felt needed to be addressed, they would call us, offer us multiple solutions with pricing, and allow us to chose the option that was the best fit for us. Do yourself a favor and work with them; they're awesome!"
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48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Finishing Touch by Gary
5.0(
7
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWindow Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

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.

Mandeville Foyer Ceiling
Mandeville Foyer Ceiling
Mandeville Ceiling
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Torres Quality Construction LLC
5.0(
14
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Door
door
window

+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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Exterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner, Derrick Armand worked with me to make my security needs affordable. He was available when I was distraught at not finding my bolts as we prepared to lock the shutters. I called him, and he was so hospitable in providing me with more of just what I needed in his calm, kind manor. He is one of the kindest business owners I have met."
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+5

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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TreauxImprovement LLC
5.0(
6
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+4 more

Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

TreauxImprovement LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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+5

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

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.

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

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