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Stoffel's Restoration and Construction
4.9(
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brian was fast, accurate and clean. Best finishing crew we have ever worked with . Great job, The LOG CABIN presented many challenges and the level of detail astounding, Great job on the OFFICE and Kitchen OVerhaul."
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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T&K Builders LLC
4.0(
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"T&K Builders LLC, Terry and his Team were the ultimate professional. What was promised was delivered and more. Terry and his Team explained all the steps being performed. There was no surprise when it came to the invoice. I would hire T&K Builders LLC, Terry and his Team again and again for any of my home improvement projects - large or small."
Mall Dr Shell remodel
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Ascended Constructions
New to Angi
Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Prestige Home Construction, INC.
4.9(
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Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shawn and his team made the whole process so easy! They got the most out of my insurance claim and I didn't have to fight with my insurance co. they handled it all. In addition their construction work was beautiful! Have received many compliments from neighbors about quality of work. They were incredible . I left for work in morning and by the time I got home I had a new roof. Not a scrap showing anyone had been there. Same with siding and gutters. Also important to me,if I had questions somebody was always on other side of the phone!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fogarty Home Improvement, LLC
4.9(
17
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Both my wife and I were extremely pleased.  Excellent work.  Very professional and courteous.
John cares about pleasing his customers and it shows in his work. We will not hesitate to use him in the future.
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GF Company
4.6(
152
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"we had a large double window two windows one opening replaced they did a a good job made that room much warmer in winter which is what we were after it is now the warmest room in the house in the winter which is good as it is the room we spend most our time in. will defiantly be having them out to price gutters when we are ready in the spring."
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Chambers Custom Builders
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Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

"Mark was an excellent contractor to work with. He was very professional, communicated well, and exceeded our expectations in the work he completed in building us a breakfast bar and installing ceiling fans. He cleaned up everything when he finished. We would definitely use Mark's services again and be happy to refer our friends and family to him."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Castle Construction
4.9(
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Alex was here on time. Did a great job replacing the damaged column and secured it in place, as it apparently wasn't when the house was built. Cleaned up the mess and even sent me pictures of the progress."
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Decks and Porches Project
Landscaping Project
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project

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Home Building questions, answered by experts

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

Whether it’s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it’s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. 

Most homeowners pay between $100,000 and $200,000 for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average cost to build a new home is between $139,000 and $531,300.

The average cost to build a modular home is around $270,000, and most modular homes total between $180,000 and $360,000. Of course, this price varies significantly by location, and the price tends to follow the cost of living in the area. There are quite a few other factors at play that can affect your pricing, including the following:

  • Number of bedrooms and bathrooms

  • Site preparation, including land clearing and leveling

  • Type of foundation

  • Utility connections

  • Cost of building permits

Modular homes are a type of prefab home. Specifically, manufacturers first build modular homes in sections and then deliver them to the job site. The modules, or sections, are usually at least 70% finished before they arrive on your property.

In comparison, prefab homes arrive in panels or segments, and workers assemble them on-site. Generally speaking, modular homes tend to be more durable, and their consistent construction standards may mean you’ll have an easier time getting conventional home loans.

Most cottages are around 1,000 square feet, making them smaller than most other styles. However, cottages are defined more by their decor and architectural focus on simplicity, functionality, and a connection to nature than they are by a rigid square footage or floor plan. While cottages are defined more by their charm and appearance than size, the smaller footprint does help maximize the comfort and charm, and it keeps the focus on connection to nature and family.

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