Frequently Asked Questions

Install happens on day one, followed by next-day cleanup with nail sweep and customer contact. On day five, a separate quality control inspection checks the entire installation. This multi-visit process catches issues most contractors miss by inspecting only once at completion.

Southern Louisiana experiences frequent severe weather and hurricanes that damage shingles, flashing, and underlayment between major storms. Annual inspections identify small failures before the next storm season turns them into interior leaks. Older housing stock in the Baton Rouge area compounds vulnerability.

Turner provides insurance claim support by documenting damage, coordinating with adjusters, and managing repair scope to match approved claims. Post-hurricane demand in Louisiana requires contractors familiar with insurer requirements and local permitting for storm repairs.

Full-scope remodels include cabinetry replacement, countertops, plumbing rough-in and finish, electrical updates for lighting and appliances, and flooring—all managed under permit. Partial updates replace finishes only without relocating plumbing or electrical, which skips permit requirements and structural work.

Aging floor joists and subfloors in pre-2000 homes often show moisture damage or deflection that tile can't tolerate. High humidity accelerates wood deterioration around old plumbing. Structural evaluation before tile installation prevents cracking and ensures proper moisture mitigation layers.

General contractors handle permits, schedule coordination across trades, material procurement, and code inspections—eliminating the homeowner's need to vet plumbers, electricians, and framers separately. Managing subs yourself requires construction knowledge, permit experience, and availability to coordinate daily.

Clay soil expands when wet and contracts during dry periods, creating movement under concrete slabs. Proper site prep includes compacted gravel base and moisture barriers to minimize soil contact. Drainage management prevents water from pooling under the slab and accelerating cracking.

Inadequate base preparation, improper moisture curing, missing control joints, and soil movement all contribute to early cracking. Louisiana's moisture cycles stress slabs without proper drainage. Skipping sealing allows water infiltration that accelerates surface deterioration and subsurface erosion.

Before any scope expansion—adding outlets, relocating plumbing, upgrading materials, or changing layouts. Change orders document new costs, timeline impacts, and permit amendments before work starts. This prevents budget surprises and keeps projects on agreed timelines.

Realistic timelines account for permit approval delays, material lead times, weather interruptions, and inspection scheduling—not just labor days. Contractors who communicate only install time ignore the waiting periods that make up 40-60% of total project duration.

Year-round humidity, intense UV exposure, and frequent heavy rain demand moisture-resistant materials and proper drainage design. Freeze-thaw isn't a concern, but mold, wood rot, and concrete surface degradation happen faster. Structures need ventilation and sealed finishes.

Commercial permits involve fire code compliance, ADA accessibility requirements, commercial electrical and plumbing standards, and often multi-jurisdiction approvals. Residential permits focus on life safety and basic code. Commercial inspections are more frequent and require licensed trade sign-offs at each phase.