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Avatar for Eds Roof Cleaning and Handyman Service
Eds Roof Cleaning and Handyman Service
5.0(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"So efficient, so friendly. Eddie came promptly and fixed the problem and put it back together better than before. It is hard to find a good handyman and I will definitely use Eddie again."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Galvans Maintenance and Hauling
5.0(
14
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired for a difficult task. They were able to come out the same day and provide service. They were highly efficient and provided fair pricing. I will be hiring them for future home improvements."
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+10

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Elvis Mendez
4.4(
26
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Garage - Build

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

"Elvis and his team were wonderful to work with. They were efficient, professional, and accommodating. The quality of their work is outstanding. They made minor adjustments to the plan at our request and couldn’t have been nicer about it. Elvis wrote out a detailed list of materials with his quote to let us know exactly where the money was going. On a personal level, Elvis has terrific communication skills. He answered all our questions and considered our needs. He is a delight guy to work with. We are so happy with new beautiful deck which has added to the space and enjoyment of our home."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Legacy Painting and Renovating Inc
5.0(
4
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Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company provide promptly and professional service. They also align the schedule with mine. Showed up on time and protected everything. Painted properly and also did an carpentry works. Cleaned everything after work. I was a retired general contractor before and this company is the most easiest and most efficient that I've worked with. I highly recommend this company."
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Interior remodel
Custom finish wood stain beams

+10

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All American Pressure Cleaning
5.0(
13
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Mauricio was an absolute joy to work with. He did great work for us, and we really appreciated the plan he came up with to fix our balcony. Mauricio is a great communicator and a solid human being. I wholeheartedly recommend him and All American Pressure Cleaning to anyone in need of his services. Top-notch!"
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+1

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Santos Construction
5.0(
4
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Garage - Build

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our mission at Santos Construction is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! Santos Construction stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FLJ, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Garage - Build

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We reached out with a request for a project to be completed in a short time frame and the team was great! Frank reached out immediately and was able to meet with us in person and commence the project that same week. We now have a custom floating desk and custom shelving units, all great for our office space!"
Response time3 days
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Central Coast Construction Company
3.1(
6
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jose was friendly and professional. My job was not considered large by any means (re-hanging a gate) but he completed it in short order and cleaned up after himself. I really appreciated the fact he wanted to insure I was satisfied with the work because he needed to cut an inch off of the gate.....which I was. I would certainly call him again."
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+56

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

This answer varies based on where you are, but most states require that all homes are greater than 320 square feet. Remember that four walls are not the only requirements—windows, closet space, minimal ceiling heights, and indoor air quality are also factors. Each state and municipality differs, though, and as some don’t consider tiny homes permanent shelters, you’ll need to check to ensure you aren’t violating any local or state laws with your build.

The time it takes to build a shed heavily depends on the type of shed you buy. A prefab shed can be built in 4 to 8 hours, while a custom shed will be built off-site over the span of 2 to 5 days. It then takes a few hours, depending on the location, to move the finished shed to its final location.

The construction stage is almost always the longest part of building a house. Within this stage, framing often takes the most time, lasting anywhere from one week to a couple of months, depending on the home's size, the crew, and the time of year. Other parts of the construction phase include pouring the foundation and installing doors, windows, a roof, siding, drywall, and flooring. The planning and design phase can also be very time-consuming, sometimes taking months or even years, especially for a custom home. The final finishing process, which includes painting and installing trim, is typically shorter than the construction or planning stages.

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.

The best lumber for building will be the strongest and most eco-friendly wood your budget allows. That being said, Douglas fir, pine, oak, and maple are all common building materials. Contractors will use a strong, inexpensive wood to frame a house or other structure and finer woods like mahogany for detail work. 

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