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Valerie Spencer Interiors LLC
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Westbrook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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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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Barbot Construction
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Serving Westbrook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

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"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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BASEMENT REMODEL/ADDITION

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Response time1 day
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AA Outdoor Services, LLC
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Garage - Build

Serving Westbrook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

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Small jobs welcome

"Vinny is a very friendly and professional guy who we really enjoyed working with. The quality of his work is excellent- we used him for our sidewalk and refurbishing the rod iron railings. Overall positive experience with him and the final project turned out great! We would definitely recommend him and will be using his services again in future projects."
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Response time9 hrs
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Sentri Homes
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Serving Westbrook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Sentri Homes provided the most professional flooring service I’ve ever had. The LVP installation turned out absolutely beautiful, and I was amazed at how quickly everything was completed without sacrificing quality. The crew was fast, accurate, and extremely detail-oriented from start to finish. Everything was installed cleanly, precisely, and with real craftsmanship. The entire process was smooth, efficient, and far beyond what I expected. I would absolutely recommend Sentri Homes to anyone needing flooring installed."
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All Aspects Home Improvements and Repairs, LLC
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Westbrook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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"This is the second time I have hired All Aspects Home Improvement. This time was to install a ceiling fan in my office, replace my front and screen doors, and repair/upgrade my front porch. All the work is detailed up front, with no hidden costs. The work is done quickly, efficiently, and within budget. The workmanship is excellent and company is very easy with which to deal.I highly recommend them!"
Response time10 mins
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

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.

The term “cottage” is subjective, so there’s no rigid definition, but it generally refers to a small home with simple and purposeful architecture that embraces nature and focuses on charm over everything else. Cottages are typically 1 or 1 1/2-stories tall, usually with gabled roofs, and are built out of natural materials that help make the structure a part of the surrounding nature rather than something that stands out from it. A big part of what makes a cottage a cottage is the decor, which includes natural materials from the nearby area.

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.

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. 

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.

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