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Kuhlman Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Centralia, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chase dove into a couple of projects on my farm that were a little too much for me to handle. He took the time to procure all the materials and we agreed on a bid. He held up his end of the bargain and the work was exactly what I asked for. One of a few young men with the drive to get things done. Will use him again for a future construction project."
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+19

Response time40 mins
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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The Shed Shak
5.0(
5
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Centralia, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They went above and beyond everything they promised. The building is amazing and the people are even better!! I would highly recommend Shed Shak to anyone!"
Shed Build
8x12 Victorian Playhouse
10x12 Side Utility
12x20 Best Value Metal
12x24 Cottage Shed

+6

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AOM Remodeling and Restoration
4.6(
52
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Centralia, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David gave me what I thought was a fair price for the work to be done. He asked for 1/2 up front. As a previous small business owner I did not feel this was unreasonable so I paid him 500.00. He estimated the work would take 3 to four days and I thought the same. After several no shows the "mason" showed up. The first clue was he came in a car. According to my wife he was here 2 hours and left, came back for another 2 hours the next day and left again. He said nothing to my wife about leaving or when he would be back. David called a day later to ask about coming out to look over the job and get the rest of the other 500.00. I said he isn't finished and he's only been here 4 hours. So then I looked up the prevailing wage in IL for a mason and found out it is 28.50 an hour. The next day the guy comes back for another 3 hours. David came to look at the work and I walked him around and showed him all of the places that had not been done. So the guy comes back again for about an hour. All told it was 8 hours work, nothing to write home about but it was agreed up front that I wasn't looking for an exposed brick look. I need it tuck pointed well enough so that I could drylock and paint the exposed brick. I will say this was done in the end. The worker left a mess that I and my wife had to clean up, I pointed this out to David as well. I told him I felt he was overly paid for the amount of work preformed and that was the end of it. It's really to bad. It's difficult to get contractors to do small jobs and I had plenty for him to do. I'm not unhappy, just would not hire again"
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+5

Recommended by90%of homeowners
Agape Construction & Improvement
4.0(
60
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Centralia, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was prompt, efficient and professional during the estimate phase. He was very accomodating as it took a bit to secure the funds. When we were ready, he provided an approximate date to begin and end the work. His roofing crew was friendly, professional and hard-working. They listened to any questions I had and tried to accommodate us. Mike was in communication every day of the project and very interested in making sure we were completely satisfied. Because of the size of the roof, it became a two-day project and Mike was apologetic. We never considered it a problem and the crew started before 7:00 am every morning. There were a few extra things provided by Mike and his crew, some tree trimming, a couple of nails tidying up a sagging garage door and a little extra cleanup around the house. We are very satisfied with Agape Construction and wouldn't hesitate to recommend the for any project. You can trust Mike and his crew.
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+1

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Pole Barn Builders questions, answered by experts

When starting pole barn building, you must first determine if your property falls within Centralia city limits or unincorporated Marion County to identify the correct permitting authority. Confirm your zoning district and review your property plat for setbacks and utility easements. You must also decide between gravel, concrete, or earthen floors, keeping local clay-heavy soils and seasonal frost patterns in mind. Adding heating or cooling requires compliance with the IL Energy Conservation Code.

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A major trade-off during pole barn building involves choosing between a conditioned or unconditioned space. Adding heating enables year-round use in Centralia but requires additional insulation and mechanical systems to meet state energy codes. You face a choice between concrete and gravel floors; concrete handles local soil moisture better, while gravel presents challenges over time. Decide on post depths carefully, as deeper posts provide essential structural stability against seasonal ground frost.

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Start by obtaining a current property survey to establish legal boundaries for setback compliance. Check your zoning classification to determine maximum structure sizes. Identify your specific soil type, as the silty clay loams common in IL dictate post embedment depths and drainage needs. Locate all existing utility easements, septic systems, and drain fields. Finally, verify your floodplain status to ensure your pole barn building plans comply with local stormwater and construction requirements.

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Assess your current electrical panel capacity, as adding power during pole barn building requires a separate permit and a licensed electrician. For rural Centralia properties, verify that construction stays at least 50 feet from well systems and avoids septic fields. Evaluate your lot grading, since new roof runoff over clay soils creates drainage issues. Always notify the state utility locating service at least 48 hours before digging to prevent striking buried lines.

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Schedule your pole barn building project between late spring and early fall. Avoid starting between November and February, as the average frost depth in IL makes digging extremely difficult. Wait until you have an approved permit, a current property survey, and documented septic locations. Apply for permits four to eight weeks before your target start date, and ensure the ground is dry enough to support heavy equipment without causing site damage.

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