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Avatar for Napravnik Construction, LLC
Napravnik Construction, LLC
4.8(
66
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Charles was on time and very respectful of our home. He did a great job and even though there was a hiccup where he had to run to Home Depot (due to a prior issue from a different handyman) he did not ask for anything except payment for the additional parts at cost. I would and will hire them going forward!!"
French Kitchen
Custom Homes
Room Additions
Modern flare
Custom Garages

+4

Response time1 day
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Coach House Garages
4.7(
112
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Garage - Build

Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"First and foremost, Coach House builds an excellent garage. They use their employees, and it was put up in one day. The issue is with their sub contractors -specifically the concrete and electrical. The rainy spring delayed the pouring of the concrete, which they could not help. Once they completed the pour, it appeared as though there were rough spots on the floor. I sent pictures to my sales person and his sales manager and was told it was concrete dust. The ridges were clearly visible in the picture. Then I was told it was discoloration and would “cure” over time. No one came out to visually inspect the issue until much later in the build project. Weeks later, the crew came out to do the build and they did a great job. Punctual, thorough, and as mentioned, built a very nice garage. Then we waited for the electrical. They had to make three trips because, 1st they did not have the correct PVC pipe after digging the trench. A week and half later, after having a deep trench left open, they returned. The journeyman electrician left the fuse box ajar, a 1/4” gap where they cut the drywall, the exterior lights on either side of the garage were hung at different heights (I had clearly marked them with masking tape as instructed by the salesperson) and screwed the base of the lights directly into the garage wall vs. using the brackets that were provided. At this point, our frustration level was pretty high. The electrical issues were fixed, and my sales person finally came out to look at the concrete. Realizing there truly was an issue with the concrete, their first solution was for us to have an epoxy floor put down. Second solution was to go halves on an epoxy floor. Neither option was acceptable as we should not have to pay for their mistake. They finally offered to take care of the floor at their cost, but at this point, we had already waited for 4 months for the garage to be complete, and frankly did not want any more of their subcontractors to do any work. After much back and forth, we finalized the invoice. Again, the garage itself is great, but there were too many issues involved with the rest of it."
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Job #S0058
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Job #S0094
Job #V0218

+24

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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GARAGE FOR YOU INC
4.6(
118
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Garage - Build

Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had Garage For You build us a detached garage. It turned out great. Ivona handled the permitting process and got the necessary surveys done quickly. The concrete was done quickly and they were clean. The carpenters were fussy about materials used and paid attention to the little things that made it a great job. I would highly recommend Garage For You for your garage needs."
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+9

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.1(
98
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Geneva, 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%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling
Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling
4.2(
29
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Roman is very detailed and knowledgeable. I've never had a contractor who tried that hard to understand the job even before coming for a quote. Very easy to get a hold of as well which is rare for contractors from this site. Would highly recommend."
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Icon Building Group
5.0(
15
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was great to work with Icon Builders to building our dream home. They went out of their way to accommodate the completion of our home build in time for school. Their response times are great and the staff is truly personable. It was great working with Jenna, Natalia, Joe, Scott, Shawna and Charlie. I will recommend Icon to anyone looking to build a custom home."
Kitchen BEFORE
Kitchen BEFORE
Powder Room BEFORE
Living Room BEFORE
Loft BEFORE

+25

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Dupage Carpenters, LLC
5.0(
4
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Garage - Build

Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Professional work with quality. Took care of approvals. Cost effective and timely manner. He did another project for replacing chimney wood replacement and brought required machinery to perform the job. I will recommend to all for carpenters needs."
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Home Solution Experts, LLC
4.4(
19
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Garage - Build

Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Trevor and Jordan are absolute professionals and I am extremely pleased with the work they have done. We are in the process of relocation and they worked very hard to accommodate that timeline. We needed window trim and sill replacement, siding repair, and facia repair. All work was perfection and once repainted, undetectable. Please give these guys a chance, you won't regret it."
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Room and deck addition
Addition, deck, and shed

+13

Response time10 mins
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Spectrum Corporation
4.1(
46
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Geneva, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris J was very polite and professional. Did an exceptional job wiring and connection my devices. One call and done, hassle free, and above and beyond. I highly recommend this professional to anyone looking for quality service. I will definitely refer him to my family and friends. I am a happy and satisfied customer. Thanks Chris!"
New deck installed.
Wall build out
New electrical & lights installed.  Wall buildouts formed.
New deck build in progress.
Wall build out

+9

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

It is recommended that you check with your local building official on barn building requirements and rules, since size restrictions vary greatly from region to region based on what your property is zoned for. Some cities limit barn construction depending on if your property is residential or commercial. The three main factors your building commission will evaluate are:

  • Height and lot coverage: How tall your barn is and how much of your total property it occupies

  • Setback: Distance between barn and property line

  • Easement: Legal right for another owner to access another’s property

Prefab sheds can be worth it, depending on your needs and goals. If you want to build the shed yourself or have a quick project turnaround, then a prefab shed will likely be worth it. If you want something more customized, then starting from scratch may help you achieve your goals better than a prefab could.

Ranch and colonial-style homes are often the most affordable to build. They have a common layout with available designs that are easy to adjust in simple ways without having to spend too much on a structural engineer or architect. Both types of homes' symmetry, simple roofs, and often one or two-story plans mean they often fall in the $150 to $200 square-foot range, putting them right around average.

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.

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.

The Geneva, IL homeowners’ guide to barndominium building

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