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Avatar for S.C. Home Repair
S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh did a great job on my roofing repair! He showed up when he said he would, and the roof looks great! He also installed some replacement skylights and siding. He sent many pics of the job as I wasn’t able to be there when the work was performed. I will definitely use him again."
Handyman Services Project
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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B&W Handyman
4.9(
89
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Will did an absolutely amazing job from start to finish! He was professional, friendly, and extremely respectful throughout the entire process. He took the time to explain everything clearly and made sure the work was done right and efficiently. His pricing is on point, especially if you’re on a budget. It’s hard to find quality work at a fair price, and he definitely delivers both. You can tell he truly cares about the quality of his work and his customers. The finished result exceeded my expectations, and I felt completely comfortable throughout the project. I will definitely be using him again for future work and project needs. Highly recommend!"
2023 award
Extended Porch
Roof Repair
Gazebo Build & installation
Window Repair

+456

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build+1 more

Serving Novato, 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
Gilbert's Maldonado Painting
4.9(
24
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gilbert is top tier. It isn't always easy having a stranger up in your home but I would trust him across the board; not only with the quality and pricing of his work, but he's also just a really good human. His work speaks for itself but I'm looking forward to the next project we can bring him back for. He is also incredibly clean!! He's a joy to have at my home and he appreciates a good Brown Sugar Ice Shaken Espresso too."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Deleon E Hijo Construction
5.0(
7
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Joe, Abel, and Crew did an awesome job building our 28’x8’ Timbertech deck, 25’ elevated on a hillside. Joe worked closely with the Mill Valley permitting office to get the engineering plans approved, and once we got the green light the deck shot right up! We’re extremely happy we chose them to build the deck and would happily recommend for anyone looking at similar projects."
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel
Apartment Remodel

+6

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for J R A Construction
J R A Construction
5.0(
12
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Garage - Build

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent experience from start to finish. Remodeled our bathroom ahead of schedule with incredible attention to detail. Very respectful of our home, and communicative throughout the entire process. Rare to find a contractor so punctual and dedicated to quality. Hghly recommend them."
Full kitchen remodel
Bathroom remodel
All kitchen remodel
All kitchen remodel
Concrete patio

+51

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by8%of homeowners
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Bielefield Construction, Inc.
4.9(
8
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Working with Ray was a great experience. He was intelligent, resourceful, creative, and skilled. His estimates were fair and comprehensive. He tried hard to resolve my design issues and kept in communication. The work turned out just splendid. I will use him again."
Finished Fireplace Facade
Kitchen After
Kitchen After
ADA Shower Area
Before fireplace facade

+54

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pelayos handyman
5.0(
11
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Enrique Pelayos did a great job refurbishing our cat tower. We've had the tall tower for years and its like a family heirloom for all our cats. The job was more difficult because we wanted a high-traffic, tough to shred, carpet put on it. Enrique did a beautiful job and it looks like it is brand new. The cats love it and are going crazy scampering up and down the tower."
Response time5 days
Response rate100%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

If you can’t repair and repurpose your shed, it might be possible to sell it, donate it, or salvage parts rather than them just ending up in a landfill. Professional junk removal services will advise you on what can and will be recycled. You may also want to keep some parts to upcycle them for other projects around your home. Turning planks from your memory-filled wooden shed into a coffee table or bed headboard is good for the environment and the soul.

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.

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.

Generally speaking, building a swing set is cheaper than buying a prefabricated one, but this assumes you have all the tools and knowledge to complete the project. The average cost to build a swing set is $514, but you should also factor in the time and effort it will require—if you don’t want to give up your weekend, it’s worth considering buying instead of building.

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.

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