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

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Super happy with the work done. Great pricing. Eddie was quick to respond and came the following day to complete the job. Definitely keeping this contact for future work thank you Eddie!"
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+37

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Galvans Maintenance and Hauling
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Miguel did an excellent job installing my Dog door through the wall. He was professional, respectful, and took the time to ask questions before starting to make sure everything was exactly how I wanted it. His work was clean, precise, and completed efficiently. One thing that really stood out was how calm my dog was around him, which says a lot about his demeanor. I’m very happy with the finish result and would absolutely recommend Miguel to anyone looking for quality work. I’ll definitely be calling him again for future projects."
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+10

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FRG Handyman
4.6(
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Garage - Build

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional work. Made the exterior of the home I hired them to repair/replace trim on look brand new. Did a great job blending the paint colors and clean-up after the work was done."
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Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Legacy Painting and Renovating Inc
5.0(
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Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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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 painting
exterior renovations
Interior remodel
Custom finish wood stain beams

+10

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

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I am amazed at how fast Mauricio was able to help! He thoroughly fixed my door and inspected it to make sure I would not have this issue again. He also gave me a quote for future jobs that I need to complete. I highly recommend him!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Central Coast Construction Company
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Salinas, 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

It’s much less expensive to build a house with wood. This is because wood is relatively inexpensive, strong enough to endure decades or even centuries of weathering and pressure, and is easier to replace if there are issues. The cost of stone houses are incredibly expensive, heavy, time-consuming to build, and difficult to repair. 

It is recommended that you check with your local building official on barn building requirements and rules, since size restrictions vary greatly from region to region based on what your property is zoned for. Some cities limit barn construction depending on if your property is residential or commercial. The three main factors your building commission will evaluate are:

  • Height and lot coverage: How tall your barn is and how much of your total property it occupies

  • Setback: Distance between barn and property line

  • Easement: Legal right for another owner to access another’s property

You may need a local building permit and written permission from your homeowner’s association to install a shed, especially if you’re doing any substantial land clearing or installing electricity or plumbing. Permit requirements vary between municipalities, so research the local laws before starting your project. If you hire a contractor to build the shed, they can help determine which permits will be necessary.

Rather than using a common two-by-four piece of wood for a rafter, you probably will use two-by-six, two-by-eight, two-by-ten, or even two-by-twelve boards. Wider lumber is typically a better choice in a larger building as it provides more sturdiness. Some installers may use wider lumber for rafters near the edges of the roof, where the greatest stress occurs, and save money with narrower lumber toward the middle.

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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