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Avatar for A Handy Man, LLC
A Handy Man, LLC
4.9(
24
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Denver, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Travis was a pleasure to work with. He was very prompt and courteous. He made sure everything was installed and working properly before leaving. I would definitely recommend Travis and would hire him again for any project I have."
Fireplace with TV niche
TV niche on main level
TV niche in main level removed
Fireplace with reclaimed mantel
Kitchen

+38

Response time2 days
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unison Builds, LLC
5.0(
7
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Denver, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It gives me great pleasure to write this review for Unison Builds LLC. Chris and his team handled the complete interior and exterior renovation of our 7,500 square feet office building. Their work included adding seven new offices, a gorgeous marble kitchen and dining room, a wonderful reception area, an executive conference room with a 14-foot table, the CEO's new office, and nearly everything else. He is a reliable builder. His team takes great pride in what they do. And the work proceeded even faster than we expected."
Exterior facade
Mountain home from above
Project: 101,000 sq.ft, 94 unit apartment building
Melrose living room
Soda Creek Remodel

+67

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Tom Cherry
4.9(
9
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Denver, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tom Cherry's work is exceptional. Tom is responsive, honest, thorough and an excellent communicator. Tom helped me with a number of projects, including painting and repairs. His eye for matching color is flawless, and he is committed to getting the best result for you. I was impressed with his work, as I have had some experience with less dedicated handymen. Tom's not happy until you are happy. Recommend without hesitation."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Larry’s Legacy Landworks
5.0(
9
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Denver, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Dillon did an amazing job on my flooring. He got it done in a timely manner and he is very professional. I would recommend Dillon for any project that you have. Dillon is reliable in what ever he takes on."
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Drywall skim coat
Shower Door Instillation

+4

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Restoration Guild, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Denver, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What a breath of fresh air to have a contractor you can trust completely! Greg’s expertise and integrity are exemplary. He exceeded all expectations and delivered a beautiful new home on time and under budget. I will only use Greg and his Restoration Guild for any and all future projects. I look forward to working with him again."
Littleton remodel
Littleton remodel
Littleton remodel
Littleton remodel
Littleton remodel

+7

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Servant Heart Handiwork, LLC
4.4(
46
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Denver, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Customers say: Terrific value

"Very good,. He was a little slow in finishing the job but didn't charge extra for the agreed upon price. He took a bad storm door back to Lowe's and exchanged for a good one. Didn't charge me for the trip."
Art bath
Floor
Usually I find that all decks just require updates
Actual art kitchen remodel
Capable but not usually remodeling

+94

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Qualden Construction, Inc.
4.5(
11
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Garage - Build

Serving Denver, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Qualden Construction completely remodeled two buildings on my property. They had excellent ideas for design and making the most use of the space. Their team provided quality work on time, even when the city had permitting delays. Will was a pleasure to work with and very knowledgeable. Qualden was a great company to work with."
Wet Bar
Wet Bar
Wet Bar
Wet Bar
Wet Bar

+61

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

Adding an extension or addition to your home costs more than a loft conversion in all but the rarest cases where the home's structural integrity is lacking. Because a home addition requires a new foundation section or significant structural upgrades to handle a cantilevered portion, the cost compared to almost any loft conversion is significantly greater for the same square footage.

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.

Average barndominiums last between 50 and 150 years depending on the materials they are made from, how well they are maintained, and the environment they are built in. Barndominiums are very durable and have a much longer lifespan than traditional wood homes. With proper care and maintenance, well-built barndominium homes can last generations. 

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.

There's no simple answer to which is less costly: wood or metal-framed homes. In most cases, metal building components cost more than wooden ones, while entire metal buildings cost less than wooden versions. However, regardless of the exterior framing or structure, each must meet similar building codes. This means that the costs are about the same, even considering that wood will require more maintenance than metal over time.

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