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Avatar for Cover's Construction LLC
Cover's Construction LLC
5.0(
8
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The entire process from planning to completion was easy, efficient and quickly completed. Joe and his crew are such nice guys and hard workers. They work hard and got the job done faster than I thought possible. The building if perfect!"
Deck with pavilion
Utility building reskin
Backyard shop
Pool Gazebo
Storage/ Shop

+4

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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F and F Construction Remodel, LLC
4.9(
24
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Garage - Build

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Brent and Matt were absolutely wonderful to work with. Always had open communication with us throughout the entire process. We appreciated that Matt and Brent were who we met with from the very beginning to discuss the project and they were the ones doing the work as well. So they understood exactly what we were looking for. they exceeded our expectations with a delivered product. Our covered deck is exactly what we had hoped for. They are very professional and I would recommend them to anyone looking to do a home project."
Response time4 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Avatar for Central Iowa Contractor Services
Central Iowa Contractor Services
4.9(
29
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Garage - BuildFind a Custom Home Builder

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Top notch service all the way around! I highly recommend Hoss for all your home needs."
Composite deck on hill
Composite deck on hill
Composite deck on hill
Composite deck on hill
Composite deck on hill

+94

Response time3 days
Response rate99%
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for 777 Remodeling, Renovations & Repairs LLC
777 Remodeling, Renovations & Repairs LLC
4.6(
10
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"John was very efficient in providing us with an estimate and time to do the paint job. We are pleased with the workmanship and price. I recommend this business."
Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Hero Handyman
4.8(
10
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"Don did a fantastic job assembling my TV stand. He was very professional and thorough! highly recommend Don!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DH Remodel & Construction
5.0(
4
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Garage - Build

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He is very good at getting the job done on schedule and went over everything with me in detail about my project"
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom Before
Bathroom Before

+49

Response time2 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Home Plus
4.8(
6
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had Ethan repair/replace toilet and valve leaks for us. He was prompt, Knowledgeable and personable. You couldnt ask for more."
Response time1 day
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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EM Exteriors LLC
5.0(
5
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EM Exteriors did a fantastic job installing a new door and storm door for me. They were professional and fast. Really pleased and I look forward to working with them again in the future."
custom deck
custom deck
custom deck
custom deck
custom deck

+18

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Skid foundations, deck block foundations, and concrete block foundations are the most affordable shed foundation options. Of these, we recommend deck blocks. Deck blocks are easy to install and level, and they raise your shed up off the ground to prevent rotting from exposure to water and moisture. Keep in mind that deck blocks won’t resist soil movement or frost heave, so they’re not ideal in areas with expansive soil or a deep frost line.

Tiny houses, often called tiny homes, need between 100 to 400 square feet, with the most common size being between 200 and 300 square feet. Tiny houses more than 400 square feet venture into apartment-size dwellings and may be considered more of a traditional house than a tiny home. The number of occupants, desired lifestyle, and furniture will all be major factors that determine the desired tiny house size.

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.

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