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Avatar for Caldwell Construction & Handyman Svcs
Caldwell Construction & Handyman Svcs
4.4(
79
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"First of all, they are very expensive. I needed two sections of drywall repaired that were a maximums of 6 inches by 6 inches. The estimate was $789.00. At first I laughed this off as a contractor who had more work then he could handle at the time, and so created an absurd invoice. Unfortunately, the work was being done is in a rental house that I own and the tenants are inconvenienced every time that I have a contractor creating an estimate. I decided against my better judgement to go with someone who is ridiculously priced but had good reviews. Bad idea. After they completed the work they added another $110.76 for a "materials" fee, which was not added to the previous invoice. $798.00 is absurd for 3 hours of work and $20 in materials. (I know this because I have do this myself.) $890.76 is criminal."
Drywall By Caldwell Construction.
Drywall By Caldwell Construction.
Dryall By Caldwell Construction.
Drywall By Caldwell Construction.
Full Bathroom Remodel By Caldwell Construction.

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Tenorio's Construction and Handyman Service
Tenorio's Construction and Handyman Service
4.8(
119
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My contacts with Tenorio’s Construction and Handyman Service have been very satisfying. The quality of Tenorio’s work is excellent. My new kitchen is gorgeous and well planned. Tenorio engaged me in the design of the work area and the cupboard space. It’s ideal for me. Huge deck out front is beautifully aligned. I will confidently engage Tenorio in future projects."
Before and after of bathroom remodel
Before and after bathroom remodel
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+9

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Blue Ridge Construction and Design Inc.
Blue Ridge Construction and Design Inc.
5.0(
14
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I love the work that BlueRidge has done for me and my clients. The high quality of their work is foremost in Zack Claiborne’s priorities! I would not hesitate to recommend him or hire him for any work that I need done ! Annette Gregg Cool Land and Homes"
Past projects
Past projects
Past projects
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+20

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Integrity Construction and More
Integrity Construction and More
4.7(
23
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Patrick is an extreme professional. The job was completed exactly as expected. He used his truck to pick up the door I ordered and any other needed parts. He was very flexible and accommodating with the nuances of our older home. I would definitely hire him again for other projects."
Masonry Project
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project

+20

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Handy Home Solutions
4.8(
44
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"Excellent install of lighted exhaust for bathroom. Great communication. Service performed next day. Perfect clean up which very appreciated. Definitely would recommend."
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+8

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build+1 more

Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our kitchen remodel with McCormick Home Builders went beyond our expectations. Leoni and her team took the time to understand exactly what we wanted. The open layout design changed the way we use the space, and it’s been perfect for family gatherings. They were prompt, courteous, and genuinely invested in making sure we were happy. Really impressed!"
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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Waters Construction Co.
5.0(
5
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Michael and team did such an amazing job on our bathroom remodel. They took our tiny, dysfunctional bathroom and turned it into a true master bathroom oasis in a short amount of time during the holiday season. When they had the space down to the studs, Michael sat down with us and discussed in detail the best possible use of the space and we couldn’t be happier with our final decision after going through the options. Michael was great at communicating and we still stay in touch to this day, which we truly appreciate. Great team who does great work and I will absolutely be giving Waters Construction a call for any and all future home renovations. I’ll let the pictures do the rest of the talking."
Kitchens
Kitchens
Kitchens
Kitchens
Kitchens

+14

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Forrest's Built
4.6(
26
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We did not end up hiring him (complications with our realtor) but man is he a great guy and very prompt and well-versed in his field! Came out two days before Christmas despite family being in town and we could not have asked for a better experience. If you need section 1 home fixes, this is the guy for you!!"
Response time11 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Neill Dougherty
4.9(
15
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Neill Dougherty is an excellent custom builder, designer, communicator, and always professional. His prices are more than fair, especially when we saw the finished room!! We were somewhat unsure of exactly how we wanted the room, so Mr Dougherty helped us by showing several options that would work for our Mother-in-law studio addition. The room is absolutely beautiful! I love the flooring and custom tile work Neill created for the kitchen and restroom. Neill kept us up with all stages of the project, and was very accommodating and polite about my changes and "ideas" along the way. He even had an fantastic designer help me with Interior decoration after the apartment was ready! There has not been any issue we had to call back about. We will hire Mr Dougherty for any future building or remodeling we need! We highly recommend him for any project or home build."
kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodels
Custom Masonry and Mantels
Patio Covers and Decks
Response time3 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

The term “cottage” is subjective, so there’s no rigid definition, but it generally refers to a small home with simple and purposeful architecture that embraces nature and focuses on charm over everything else. Cottages are typically 1 or 1 1/2-stories tall, usually with gabled roofs, and are built out of natural materials that help make the structure a part of the surrounding nature rather than something that stands out from it. A big part of what makes a cottage a cottage is the decor, which includes natural materials from the nearby area.

There's no simple answer to which is less costly: wood or metal-framed homes. In most cases, metal building components cost more than wooden ones, while entire metal buildings cost less than wooden versions. However, regardless of the exterior framing or structure, each must meet similar building codes. This means that the costs are about the same, even considering that wood will require more maintenance than metal over time.

If you’re building a pole barn in place of a traditional home, lenders usually don’t offer traditional mortgages for these structures. You can also expect higher insulation costs and building permits may not be allowed in your area. Even if you’re just using a pole barn as storage or as a shelter for animals, these structures are less durable than steel buildings and require more maintenance.

Whether it is better to buy or build a chicken coop depends on your priorities, primarily cost versus time and effort. Building your own chicken coop can be significantly more budget-friendly, often costing about half as much as buying a pre-made one. If you have the time and skills, building a coop from scratch is the most economical option. However, if your time or skills are limited, buying a kit and hiring a handyperson to assemble it can be more cost-effective than hiring a carpenter to build a custom coop from scratch. If you want a perfectly constructed coop without sacrificing your own time and energy, buying one is the easiest choice.

A steel frame costs 10% to 20% more than a wood frame. Wood is a much easier material to work with, more accessible, and generally more affordable than steel—plus, you need specialized tools to work with steel.

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