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Something Constructive
4.9(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Patsy and his crew added a beautiful deck to our home. We were so impressed by his knowledge, professionalism and most importantly, his disposition. He is a pleasure to work with. The project was completed in two days due to his above and beyond work ethic. Without hesitation, I recommend Patsy and his crew for any project you are planning. To him, you are a member of his family."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Last Looks LLC
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Tony Barber is great, a craftsman. Tony installed all new flooring in our house and all the kitchen cabinets, paying attention to every detail with absolute precision. Tony has excellent drywall skills. Our kitchen turned out beautiful. Tony will give you a detailed, accurate estimate for the work being done at a competitive price. Tony is considerate of your home and keeps the workspace clean. Tony is on site from start to finish and is absolutely trustworthy. Tony has excellent communication skills and keeps his word. Tony is a pleasure to work with. Thanks Tony!!"
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Response time4 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elite Construction
5.0(
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Garage - Build

Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I worked with Elite Construction to transform my old garage into a one bedroom home, and I couldn’t be happier with the result! Every detail was handled meticulously, from the design phase to material selection, construction, and final delivery. The team's friendly communication and creative solutions that exceeded my expectations truly impressed me. Now, I proudly enjoy this space that has been transformed into a stunning living area. Thank you for this amazing transformation! Definitely Elite Construction I would love to work with again.""
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
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Mike's Home Improvement
5.0(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike's Handyman Services completed the job with excelent results. I am very pleased with the work and would hire again in the future. be aware that payment is by cash or check; no cc."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Elite Homes, LLC
5.0(
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He built a custom home for me, and he did a great job. There was a lot of extensive work that went into the home and he was able to complete all of it and got everything I wanted incorporated. Highly recommend James!"
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+5

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Timms Handyman, LLC
4.5(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This gentleman shows up on time, tells you exactly what he is going to do before work and what he did after work is completed. He has the most reasonable prices of any contractor ive had to hire. I highly recommend his business and i will be calling him again in the future."
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

Your foundation contractor will first need to remove the topsoil and any vegetation within 4 feet of the area around the barn. They’ll need to ensure they have clear access to the site to begin excavation, after which they can begin construction.

Yes, barndominiums are designed to withstand strong weather and severe storms if they are built properly by trained professionals. Most barndominiums are made up of a steel structure that can protect a building from winds of up to 150 miles per hour and resist a variety of weather conditions without a major risk of structural damage to the exterior, foundation, or frame.

While building a treehouse isn’t necessarily a death sentence, damaging the trunk is one of the ways to kill a tree. If you’re concerned about the tree, opt for a treehouse support system rather than attaching it directly to the trunk. This may involve using bolts and brackets to affix the structure to the tree's branches or establishing a standalone support system that remains unattached to the tree.

Whether you should choose a flat roof or a sloped roof depends on your particular situation. Flat roofs tend to be less expensive to install. However, sloped roofs have longer lifespans and stand up better to heavy snow and other inclement weather.

Keep in mind that even a flat roof needs to have a slight slope, usually around 1/2 inch for every foot. If it is completely flat, water will pool and cause damage, either from weight or leakage or rot.

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.

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