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1 Call Handyman
4.3(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very pleased with the quality of the work. We ended up replacing most of our existing fence and the overall job turned out very nice. They were more reasonable than the other fencing contractors that we received bids from. Will hire again for other projects at our house."
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Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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McCoy Construction
5.0(
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Garage - Build

Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"McCoy construction is very professional and does excellent work. They keep customers informed of their progress and any issues that come up. They provide a well documented proposal and estimate, we would definitely hire them again!"
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SLIDING STORAGE
SLIDING STORAGE
SLIDING STORAGE
SLIDING STORAGE

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Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Orr's Handyman Service
4.8(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Technician was great--he measured 6 times prior to cutting / drilling to make sure it was perfect. Alignment and balance were perfect! I would hire him again for any job I had!"
Shed
Can lights
Fence
First coat of mud
Shed

+109

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Sierra Woodworks
5.0(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The Sierra Woodworks team provided quality work in a timely fashion. The workers always showed us around the project and what they were doing. Chris answered our questions and addressed any concerns that we may have had. Looking forward to enjoying cocktails and family time on the new deck! It looks AMAZING!"
Bathroom
Custom hickory bar with metal corner frame.
Redwood deck before stain
Mudroom with custom alder cabinetry and bench.
Alder handrail with decorative rustic metal picket

+21

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FSP General Contractors
4.6(
78
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The remodel went very well. The workmen came on schedule and cleaned up well after each day's work. They took the room out to the studs, and re-designed the shower, that is tucked under a staircase, did beautiful tile work, and custom millwork to build two storage drawers in a soffet. I am very happy with the work they did."
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
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CW Construction
5.0(
4
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Garage - Build

Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

With years of experience serving Grass Valley, and surrounding areas in Northern California; CW Construction is your solution for all your remodel needs. We take great pride in our quality, timeliness, and service on every job. We like to make your projects easy and worth your investment, satisfaction guaranteed on every project we complete. Feel free to call us at 530-802-1132 and don't forget to ask about the kind of custom work we can do for you!

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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

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.

You can use a variety of wood to build a barn door, but the most common options include 1-by boards and 2-by boards for the backing and the decorative boards on the front of the door. Softwoods like pine will save you some money and should hold up well, while hardwoods like maple and oak will stand up to more wear and tear. You could also build the backer out of plywood to minimize the cuts you need to make. Whatever you decide on, make sure the width of the wood is compatible with the mounting brackets you buy.

Depending on your needs, you may find a storebought pole barn is a much less expensive option than a custom-built one. You can find pole barn kits from big box retailers starting at $11,000, but you will be limited when it comes to size and add-on features. As long as you have the necessary skills, you can save on labor costs by doing it yourself; but there are a lot of different skill sets you would need, and mistakes during the building process can lead to excessive repair bills later.

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