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The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am so pleased that I contacted The Builders & Cleaners to complete our bathroom remodel! Everyone from start to finish was professional, kind and transparent. The customer service at this company is the best I?ve seen in a long time and our gorgeous bathroom remodel speaks for itself. I would definitely recommend tthem for any of your projects."
Dust out from the ductwork
Dust out from the ductwork
Clean vent
Clean vent
Dust in the return

+1807

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had two patio sliding doors removed and replaced & due to the existing openings, there was a lot more work involved to make new doors fit. It was amazing how Nixon and his crew removed and replaced all the 50 yr. old trim and created matching moldings inside & out. Everyone worked non-stop and were delightful, respectful of property and very easy to welcome into my home. Nixon is on site, very experienced, and I appreciated his guidance in choosing new materials. He gave choices, explanations & prices on the new trim so I could stay on budget. The doors and new trim inside and out look fabulous because of the high quality workmanship of Nixon and his crew. I will be calling Nixon for any future projects!"
Response time10 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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SRC Partners
5.0(
6
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bob and his crew are phenomenal. They are very professional and attentive to detail. All in all just a pleasure to work with. Couldn’t be happier with this project."
North Haven Addition
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North Haven Addition
Pantry area complete
Before Picture

+3

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CT Home Improvement LLC
4.4(
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired the team to help us renovate a home before we moved in. They worked tirelessly to complete the project within a month so we could move in ASAP. Most of the home was redone and it came out amazing. We can not thank them enough!!"
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation

+53

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jermaine C Home Improvement, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jermaine did excellent work in our home. He is a professional at what he does and very skilled. We are very satisfied with his work and will definitely hire him again. We highly recommend him."
Old Kitchen
Before repair
Cement board installation
Old roof ripped off and being prepared for new material
Repaired Old Deck

+17

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Custom Build and Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"We had a fantastic experience remodeling many aspects of our house: basement, attic, as well as electrical and plumbing. They went above and beyond with everything. Very trustworthy; the project was completed within budget and on time. A truly smooth experience. I would strongly recommend this contractor to everyone!"
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

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. 

Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal.

Pole barns and carports are similar in that they rely on posts for support and are often not connected to a primary structure. The main difference between the two is that pole barns usually include walls that surround the entire perimeter of the structure, while carports generally remain open on three or four sides. It’s possible to insulate garage doors and even exterior walls on pole barns to create a comfortable workspace, and it’s a bit more secure for storage purposes. However, carports are more affordable.

Whether building a playground or installing a pre-made one is more affordable depends on the materials of each. In most cases, it’s more affordable to build a wooden playground than it is to buy one and have it professionally installed, but it might be less expensive to invest in a pre-made plastic playground, even if you pay a professional to install it. Wooden playgrounds tend to last longer, but as children age, they will become less valuable. Overall, it may be most affordable to have a pro install a pre-made plastic playground.

It is almost always more affordable to buy an existing home than to build a new one. Building a home involves numerous costs, including labor, permits, inspections, utility hookups, and brand-new materials, finishes, and appliances. Additionally, new construction loans can have higher interest rates than traditional mortgages, and property taxes on new homes are often higher, increasing long-term costs. An exception is a DIY house build, which can be cheaper than buying an existing home if you do the labor yourself. While building is generally more expensive, a new custom home offers complete control over the layout and design. Furthermore, new construction is typically worth more than a comparable pre-owned home and may provide a better return on investment if sold quickly.

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