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Q: Is it more affordable to gut a house than build a new home?

• <div><p>Whether it&rsquo;s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it&rsquo;s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. </p><p>Most homeowners pay between <b>$100,000 and $200,000</b> for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-build-house.htm">cost to build a new home</a> is between <b>$139,000 and $531,300</b>. </p></div>

Q: How long does it take to build an in-law suite?

• <div><p>How long it takes to build an in-law suite will vary by type. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-does-an-addition-take.htm">time it takes to build an addition</a> will typically be less than for completely new construction. Expect to spend about two months if you convert a basement, attic, or other existing room in your home. New structures can take up to five months, plus up to two months to receive the required permits. </p></div>

Q: How long do shipping container homes last?

• <div><p>Shipping container homes last at least 25 years on average, but they can last even longer with proper maintenance. Since shipping containers are made from metal, they&rsquo;re quite vulnerable to rust and corrosion. This issue is exacerbated in coastal areas or areas with a lot of precipitation. To extend the life span of your container home, install siding that protects the exterior. </p></div>

Q: How long does it take to construct a shipping container home?

• <div><p>A contractor can install your shipping container home in as little as 90 days. This is notably quick compared to a traditional home build, which can take more than a year (providing there aren&rsquo;t permitting or construction delays that make the wait even longer). For the quickest installation, choose a prefab container home.</p></div>

Q: How long does construction take?

• <div><p>Construction typically takes 1-3 weeks, depending on the project&rsquo;s scope and customization.</p></div>

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Last update on November 27, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
Taylor’s Services did an outstanding job painting an exterior building for us. He provided professional service, dependable and reasonably priced. We will definitely call for additional projects needed around our home.
Taylors Services LLC
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Reviewed in September 2025
Great pool installation company. Very professional and worked well with other contractors on site of new home build. Owner was/is responsive to all questions and request. Cost was competitive with other companies. Pool was custom inground pool with waterfalls. tanning shelf and zero entry with...
B & J Pools LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
Contact was quick and came out same day to review project. Tree had fallen on storage building and home.
Redemption Outdoor Works
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Reviewed in December 2023
He gave me a really good price and did a great job building a wooden fence for me, he always made sure to communicate very well.
Quality Fencing & Contracting
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Reviewed in August 2023
Very professional and knows his craft. Only plumber that was able to successfully handle the job. Plan to use for our new build.
Premier Plumbing
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Reviewed in June 2023
We built our home 38 years ago, and have worked with many contractors, maintenance and professional companies through the years, and Rivera Home Builders is one of the best. They built a new deck, new retaining wall and stairs, new siding entire back of the house, replaced all rotten eaves,...
Rivera Home Improvements LLC
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Reviewed in July 2018
Horrible! They were a total nightmare! They didn’t like us asking questions,especially about money. They were not forthcoming and communication was awful! I recommend them to build a doghouse!
Cornerstone Restoration
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Reviewed in February 2014
We are very unhappy and will most likely drop Remax due to an agent named Francene Drexler. A real estate agent should want to help, not hinder. We have to contact her for information and assistance instead of the agent being pro active. Francene was great until we signed the papers for the new...
RE/MAX FIRST CHOICE
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Reviewed in June 2013
The builder proceeded to work on the project requesting $9,500.00 up front. He was not licensed to do this job and accepted the payment anyway. He lied to the building department, telling him it was a residential project. He was delinquent in terms of his responsibilities to attend to the...
Minard Homes
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Reviewed in January 2013
My home was destroyed in the April 27, 2011 tornando and Mike Tice with Tice Construction was going around the area assisting people....I talked with him about demolishing the rest of my home and building the new home on the same property. He was very interested and he began the process. His...
Tice Construction Inc
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Cahaba Building Group

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Owner operated new construction and remodeling business. My family has been in the construction business since 1994. We believe in doing a job right the first time. We pride ourselves in making the customers vision come to life.

"Great! Enjoyed working with Mike and his crew. The completed project is amazing and I confidently recommend Cahaba Building Group."

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