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Avatar for Elite Construction & Remodeling
Elite Construction & Remodeling
4.7(
98
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Rathdrum, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the beginning of the process to the end, Sergey and his team were phenomenal!! We were asking them to remove several walls, as well as install new flooring, to give a more open, modern concept to our main floor. Not only was the quote much better than other competitors, the results and worksmanship were beyond our expectations! They were organized professional, and incredibly kind in their conduct and communication. Our home has been completely transformed into the house we were dreaming of when we moved in last September. We would not hesitate to recommend Sergey and Elite Construction to anyone needing help with their home!"
Beautiful Bathroom Remodel
Beautiful Bathroom Remodel
Beautiful Bathroom Remodel
Beautiful Bathroom Remodel
Beautiful Bathroom Remodel

+18

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Alexandra Build Co.
Alexandra Build Co.
5.0(
8
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Garage - Build

Serving Rathdrum, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Kitchen bath remodel
Kitchen bath remodel
Kitchen bath remodel
Kitchen bath remodel
Kitchen bath remodel

+8

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by37%of homeowners
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Affordable Remodels
5.0(
10
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Garage - Build

Serving Rathdrum, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Donavan did an outstanding job on our basement remodel. Took an open concrete room and turned it into our favorite place to spend time in our home. Everything he does you can see how much effort is put into perfection of even the smallest details. Rest assured, we will hire Affordable Remodels again for our next home upgrade whatever that may be!"
Customized play space
Customized play space
Customized play space
Customized play space
Customized play space

+25

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Bugle Construction JMJ, LLC
Bugle Construction JMJ, LLC
4.3(
82
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Garage - Build

Serving Rathdrum, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"For some reason the rating system will only let me give 4.5 stars instead of 5 which they definitely deserve! We were so pleased with the workmanship, how quickly the project was finished, and how friendly and professional the builders were."
Deck Revamp
Deck Extension
Porch / Pergola
Deck with Cable.
Cedar - stained

+29

Response time4 days
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Team Louch, LLC
4.8(
21
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Rathdrum, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Customers say: Quick response

"They did exactly what I wanted and got it done in a timely manner. They brought the right equipment and did get the job done precisely as I wanted it even though the digging was more difficult than anticipated. I paid more than I had wanted but the job is now done. Thank you."
Before & After
Before & After
Before & After
Before & After
Before & After

+28

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Vision Built Construction, LLC
Vision Built Construction, LLC
4.0(
47
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Rathdrum, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was my second time to use Vision Built. The first was a bathroom repair/rebuilt for a rental property I own, I was so satisfied with the work done there that I hired the company to lay a colored concrete pad in the backyard at my personal home. The pad is beautiful. I love the color and size. The concrete was done within several hours and the brush work is excellent. Martin's team does perfection. Thank you so much."
Exterior 2
Exterior 3
Exterior 1
Living RM 2
Living RM

+125

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

The time it takes to build a shed heavily depends on the type of shed you buy. A prefab shed can be built in 4 to 8 hours, while a custom shed will be built off-site over the span of 2 to 5 days. It then takes a few hours, depending on the location, to move the finished shed to its final location.

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. 

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