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Avatar for Designer Lifestyles, LLC
Designer Lifestyles, LLC
4.8(
207
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Serving Lakeside, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are over the moon with the service we received from Designer lifestyles. When using a company, Jon was by far the most communicative and professional person to come in and give us an estimate. They were polite, professional, competent and efficient. They kept the area clean and were in constant communication with me during this project. As with any project there were a couple of unforeseeable hiccups, but nothing that wasn’t easily and quickly remedied. The final cost was only about $500 more than the estimate we received prior to beginning the service. We feel that they earned every penny. We dreamed up our install in our head and they brought it to life. We will definitely use their service again for a future needs in our home, and do recommend their service to friends and family. They removed a wall, repaired the floor under that removed wall, repaired and painted the drywall, closed in two enclaves, installed upper and lower cabinetry with an area for wine, installed a wine glass rack, under cabinet lighting, quartz countertop beautiful backsplash, soft close drawers and doors, put in hardy board and new beautiful tile floor to ceiling around our fireplace. Final cost was about $11,000. The entire job was completed in about three weeks from start date."
Before we started demolition and reconstruction.
Before any demolition and new items
Bathroom & Walk-in Shower Remodel
Kitchen Remodeling, Before & After.
90's Kitchen Makeover

+69

Response time1 day
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Forward Construction Group
5.0(
12
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Garage - Build

Serving Lakeside, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The guys of Forward Construction Group went above and beyond what I asked them to do. They was able to start the jobs requested early and completed the jobs in a professional manner. I would highly recommend this company."
Patio Design and Fence Installation
Bulkhead | Retaining Wall Construction
Fencing Project
Fencing & Concrete Project
Wood Fence Installation

+87

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Beyond Average Builders LLC
4.4(
17
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Lakeside, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent job was done. Many suggestions were made that enhanced the completed project greatly. The Job was completed in a timely manner and I was kept up to date on every facet of the project until it was completed. I would recommend Beyond Average Builders highly for anyone who needs a project done."
Beautiful Gable Sunroom
Garage
Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds Project
Garage
Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds Project

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mastercraft Maintenance and Construction Services
Mastercraft Maintenance and Construction Services
4.8(
22
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Lakeside, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Good communication and good work. Replaced siding and some framing on 46 year old stick built utility building. Job proceeded in timely and efficient manner. Good cleanup and debris haul away at end of job."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Black Water Construction, Inc.
4.4(
19
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Garage - Build

Serving Lakeside, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Black Water Construction to rebuild our 32-year old 24x26 ft deckl after soliciting bids from Home Advisor and Angie's List. We received three bids and Black Water was the only company that actuallly came out and did a thorough inspection of the project, preparing a detailed estimate, with schematic drawing on a computer. The drawing showed exactly where the supports would be located and how the deck would be configured. Black Water's estimate was substantially lower than the other bidders, but that was only one reason we selected them. Caleb was the primary contact point for the company, doing the actual estimate, keeping us informed, updating as things changed, and complying with our every request. We could not be happier with the finished project and are deeply appreciative of everyone at Black Water Construction for providing quality work at a reasonable price."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Coastal Improvement Corporation
5.0(
9
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Serving Lakeside, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Our Services: As a Certified General Contractor (CGC), we provide full-service construction solutions ranging from residential projects to large-scale commercial, infrastructure, and municipal developments. Our expertise includes ground-up construction, renovation, and design-build services. \n

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Barndominium Builders FAQs, answered by experts

It may be tempting to DIY the construction of a swing set to save money, but we don’t recommend it. Since children will use the swing set, the entire system must be solid and safe, meaning the cost savings aren’t worth potentially endangering them. Plus, most DIYers will have to build their swing sets out of wood, which won’t last as long as metal or vinyl and introduces the risk of splinters. Instead, hire a local playground equipment installer to ensure the swing set is built safely and efficiently, setting up your kids for fun for years to come.

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.

Common pitfalls include underestimating the cost of site preparation, overlooking permit and utility fees, and not setting aside funds for unexpected changes. Change orders during construction can disrupt your budget. It’s best to plan a detailed budget, obtain multiple quotes, and include a 10% to 15% contingency fund for unexpected expenses.

There's no simple answer to which is less costly: wood or metal-framed homes. In most cases, metal building components cost more than wooden ones, while entire metal buildings cost less than wooden versions. However, regardless of the exterior framing or structure, each must meet similar building codes. This means that the costs are about the same, even considering that wood will require more maintenance than metal over time.

If you’re building a pole barn in place of a traditional home, lenders usually don’t offer traditional mortgages for these structures. You can also expect higher insulation costs and building permits may not be allowed in your area. Even if you’re just using a pole barn as storage or as a shelter for animals, these structures are less durable than steel buildings and require more maintenance.

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