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Economy Handy Carpenter LLC
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Newtown, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nixon cleaned and covered 2nd floor exhaust vent to prevent birds from building a nest. Work was done quickly and professionally. I will hire again for other home services required."
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Response time8 hrs
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
Supreme Home Services
4.9(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Newtown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Steve is an excellent handyman. He was flexible to work with our busy schedule and arrived on time. Very soft spoken and respectful gentleman, I must say. Repair Job he did on our zipline was anexcellent quality, and after the job he ensured no mess was left behind, and site was clean. Cherry on the top, his service charges were very reasonable. Highly recommended."
Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Andre's Home Improvement Contracting, LLC
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Newtown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project was completed in a timely manner with regular updates along the way. The quality of the build was great and should last a very long time! He had very good references which were accurate. Overall I would use him again for a other project!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate85%
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Sonart Construction Corp.
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Newtown, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had my shingle roof replaced and I?m very happy with the results. The team was professional, punctual, and completed the job efficiently. The quality of the work is excellent, and the new roof looks great. They kept the work area clean and communicated well throughout the process. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing a roof replacement."
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Pole Barn Builders questions, answered by experts

Whether pole barn posts should be set in concrete depends on the soil surrounding your home. If your soil is compact and digging conditions are agreeable, then setting pole barn posts in concrete is an ideal option.

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.

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.

This answer varies based on where you are, but most states require that all homes are greater than 320 square feet. Remember that four walls are not the only requirements—windows, closet space, minimal ceiling heights, and indoor air quality are also factors. Each state and municipality differs, though, and as some don’t consider tiny homes permanent shelters, you’ll need to check to ensure you aren’t violating any local or state laws with your build.

Whether it is better to buy or build a chicken coop depends on your priorities, primarily cost versus time and effort. Building your own chicken coop can be significantly more budget-friendly, often costing about half as much as buying a pre-made one. If you have the time and skills, building a coop from scratch is the most economical option. However, if your time or skills are limited, buying a kit and hiring a handyperson to assemble it can be more cost-effective than hiring a carpenter to build a custom coop from scratch. If you want a perfectly constructed coop without sacrificing your own time and energy, buying one is the easiest choice.

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