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The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Middletown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

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

+1823

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Valerie Spencer Interiors LLC
5.0(
90
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Middletown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very well!! Brian did a great job installing 4 custom blinds in my home. Brian measured the rest of our widows and offered sound advice on how to accurately order blinds for them. I highly recommend Brian for his handyman services."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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CT Home Improvement LLC
4.4(
44
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Middletown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ct Home Improvement is absolutely the best decision weâ ve made. They were very prompt, professional, responsive and extremely accommodating! They created a beautiful bathroom for me and are extremely detailed oriented! We have other projects we want to have done and I canâ t wait for CT Home Improvement to continue their exceptional work! It is really a great pleasure working with them!"
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation

+53

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Lawrence A. Fiano
4.5(
53
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Garage - Build

Serving Middletown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Not only did Larry do an outstanding job with his team, but was on time everyday as promised . He kept me updated everyday on the details. It was a messy job with lots of sanding. But everyday the work area was cleaned up throughly. That was what impressed me the most , along with a perfect outcome of what I hoped for. Larry was very kind and considerate of doing whatà ¢à  à  s right for the homeowner."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Howard General Contracting
3.8(
21
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Garage - Build

Serving Middletown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Customers say: Quick response

"I was very comfortable with the contractor because he was able to explain and recommend the best practical way to meet my requirements for my project. He has done what he said he was going to do and he has maintained the project schedule that we agreed to. Clean-up during the project was always done at the end of each day and safety was a priority which is important. Thus far everything is coming out as planned and we are excited to see our new addition of the master bedroom with bathroom and walk-in closet on the first floor of our Cape Style home being built as we planned. Howard Contracting is doing a great job and would definitely recommend him for your next project."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Barbot Construction
4.0(
59
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Middletown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"steve and the crew did a great job, we are very happy with what feels like a new home, price was very fair compared to other companies, and time was not bad at all, start to finish in three months"
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foundation
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BASEMENT REMODEL/ADDITION

+174

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

The steep slope of an A-frame roof withstands high winds, heavy rain, and heavy snowfall, making them popular all over the world. A-frames also offer simple, quick construction. Finally, an A-frame typically has large windows on the non-roof sides to let in a maximum amount of natural light. Consequently, they are often an affordable building solution for the right homeowner and location.

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.

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. 

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.

In the U.S., original and converted carriage houses are most often found in New England, New York, and other parts of the Northeast. New construction carriage houses can be found across the country, and are often added to properties with Colonial-style homes for additional living, storage, or work space, although they can be found in many different styles.

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