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Handyman Pros
4.7(
960
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Cary, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a new bathroom fan/exhaust to install. They showed up on time and the job was done efficiently. Very good customer service and much lower than the other quotes I received!!"
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Bathroom Remodeling Before
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Bathroom remodeling demolishing Before
Bathroom remodeling after

+18

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GARAGE FOR YOU INC
4.6(
120
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Garage - Build

Serving Cary, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bob was super responsive in meeting with us and helping design the garage. They will make custom garages. We wanted a room built into our garage to shelter some feral cats we take care of, and they were willing to do that. They also installed a cat door that we purchased. They build good garages. Our old garage was falling apart, as are many others in the neighborhood. We wanted a garage that would last. All of the crew were highly-skilled and tremendously courteous. The quality of work at every stage was excellent: preparation of site, concrete pour, framing, roof, finishing/gutters. They took extra care to do things right. The job did take longer than expected. Part of that was due to issues with the site (excessive mud under the old garage that had to dry out and additional site preparation) but it seems the COVID pandemic generated a lot of home projects - we were in a work queue. Demolition started mid-September and garage was completed early January. (Our furnace guy had a similar situation with a different garage builder, so it wasn't just this company. We learned to be Zen about the timeline - it was less stressful that way.) In the end, we have a beautiful garage that should last for years. Very pleased."
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+9

Response time1 day
Recommended by89%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.1(
98
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Cary, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"We recently had our two main bathrooms remodeled by A P Builder (Owner is Angelo). We are totally thrilled with the end results of these projects. Angelo was involved in every phase of the project, many times offering valuable suggestions that we had not thought about. The work was done while paying attention to every detail, no matter how large or small. If and when there was a “glitch”, it was dealt with promptly and completely to our satisfaction. I would highly recommend Angelo and his company for future work at our home. Bravo to A.P. Builders and Angelo for a JOB WELL DONE!"
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+16

Response time5 days
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Icon Building Group
5.0(
15
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Cary, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"When I was looking for a custom home builder, I wanted someone I could trust to provide quality work and guide me through the process. I’m so glad I found Icon Building Group. Their team was professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and great to work with from start to finish. Their attention to detail and quality of craftsmanship really stood out. I would definitely recommend Icon Building Group to anyone looking for a reliable and experienced custom home builder."
Kitchen BEFORE
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Powder Room BEFORE
Living Room BEFORE
Loft BEFORE

+25

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Stoffel's Restoration and Construction
4.9(
8
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Cary, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brandon is the first contractor we have hired who showed up (early) was meticoulas with his craftsmanship AND did a beautiful job. Building inspectors commented on our deck saying it was the most beautiful and structurally sound deck they have ever seen! I love my deck and will use Stoffel for all my carpentry and building needs."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Home Solution Experts, LLC
4.4(
19
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Garage - Build

Serving Cary, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"They made our home look like a new house! They did a great job with the siding, trim, soffit and fascia boards. They had to replace some wood due to water damage as well."
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Room and deck addition
Addition, deck, and shed

+13

Response time10 mins
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders FAQs, answered by experts

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.

The foundation for a pole barn should be at least 36 inches thick to ensure that the piers won’t shift from frost heave.

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.

Yes, barn doors can be too heavy, although the limitation is usually imposed by the mounting hardware you buy and not your home’s framing, unless you’re building an unusually wide door. To keep the weight down, you can opt for 1-by material rather than 2-by material, and choose a softwood like pine rather than a hardwood like maple or oak. Check the weight limits on your mounting hardware, and always attach your door track to studs rather than to drywall anchors.

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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