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Avatar for Tool Time Home Improvement
Tool Time Home Improvement
4.6(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tool Time was absolutely fabulous. Extremely professional and thorough. From beginning until end, everything was outstanding. No detail was overlooked. This was a step down for my mother‘s home, she couldn’t be happier. It looks as though it was installed at the same time the other banister was. 100% GREAT JOB !!!"
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+16

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
40
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh helped set up my AC unit . He is very professional and very detail-oriented with his installations. I will definitely call him up again when I need some home repairs/installations done. Very happy with his work!"
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Kitchen Floor, cabinets appliances.
Carpentry, handrails and decks.
Widened closet opening and replaced doors. Added trim around windows and new Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring
Remodeling - General Project

+136

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Edgar Handyman Solution
5.0(
19
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Edgar was very professional and knowledgeable about what was needed for ceiling fan installs for older home that required entering attic. Hard, honest worker, and reasonably priced. Will definitely use again."
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+7

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our kitchen remodel exceeded our expectations, providing us with a beautiful and highly efficient space for cooking and gathering. We're thrilled with the results, as the new design seamlessly integrates style and functionality."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
Avatar for S & J Handyman's
S & J Handyman's
4.7(
47
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"My shed/shop needed two walls removed and new wood placed. S&J handyman's service Did just that with excellent quick repair and replacement as well as painting the new wood very nicely! I am very much pleased with their work and shall use them again and again."
Bathroom
Walkway repairs and under frame supports repairs
Molded and water damages, under sink
New cabinets
(After look) wall and jet tub remove granite top

+75

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Fix and Forget Handyman Services
5.0(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job repairing the damage to the outside wall of my house and color matching paint looks flawless. I would definitely hire Luis and his workers for any future project and or repairs."
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Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
4.1(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had my garden and bathroom remodel done. Albert and Samuel were professional, friendly, and a delight to work with. They're responsive and reliable. I also like the subcontractors whom they used on my project. They kept me informed of everything and I appreciate their excellent work."
Response time5 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Pole Barn 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.

You don’t typically need a permit to build a shed, but it’s best to check with your local city clerk to make sure before you start the project. Every town, city, and municipality can have different rules when it comes to any home improvement project. Homeowners associations sometimes have restrictions on the materials you can use on your property as well.

Pole barns and carports are similar in that they rely on posts for support and are often not connected to a primary structure. The main difference between the two is that pole barns usually include walls that surround the entire perimeter of the structure, while carports generally remain open on three or four sides. It’s possible to insulate garage doors and even exterior walls on pole barns to create a comfortable workspace, and it’s a bit more secure for storage purposes. However, carports are more affordable.

The most common slope, or roof pitch, for a shed is 4:12 or four inches of height for every horizontal foot. For areas that experience heavy snow loads, a steeper roof of 6:12 or 9:12 is best. 

Common pitfalls include underestimating the cost of site preparation, overlooking permit and utility fees, and not setting aside funds for unexpected changes. Change orders during construction can disrupt your budget. It’s best to plan a detailed budget, obtain multiple quotes, and include a 10% to 15% contingency fund for unexpected expenses.

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