Free Guides
Construction Resources for Baton Rouge, LA Homeowners
Plain answers on cost, permits, hiring, and planning — the things worth knowing before a project starts.
Start With the Basics
Guides for Planning a Building or Remodeling Project
Each one takes about five minutes to read.
Kitchen Remodel Cost Guide
Cabinets, layout changes, and slab plumbing: what makes a kitchen cost more or less.
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Building Permits in East Baton Rouge
Which projects need a permit, which office handles it, and what inspectors look for.
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How to Choose a Contractor
How to check a Louisiana license, compare estimates, and spot warning signs early.
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Rebuilding After Flood Damage
The right order for tear-out, drying, and rebuilding so problems don't come back.
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Home Addition Planning Guide
Setbacks, foundations, rooflines, and the other things to settle before you draw plans.
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Questions About Our Homeowner Guides
Are these guides free to use?
Yes. They're free, and you don't have to sign up for anything. We wrote them because the same questions come up on almost every first visit, and it helps to have the answers before you start calling contractors.
Do the guides replace talking to the permit office or my insurer?
No. They give you the general picture so you know what to ask. Permit rules differ by parish and change over time, and every insurance policy is different. Always confirm the details for your address with the office or company involved.
Can you answer a question that isn't covered here?
Yes. Call us during business hours, Monday through Saturday, and ask. If it's something we can answer on the phone, we will. If it depends on seeing the property, we'll set up a free visit.
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