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

Serving Lockport, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Despite encountering a few obstacles, the installation was done very professionally and solid! I am so happy with this job and will hire them for a few more projects I have forthcoming. GREAT experience!!"
French Kitchen
Custom Homes
Room Additions
Modern flare
Custom Garages

+4

Response time1 day
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for A New Look Construction, LLC
A New Look Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Lockport, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"5 stars!! Could not have been happier with the work performed in my house. Jason went beyond all of my expectations. All of the work was completed on time and professionally. Jason discussed the entire project, in detail, with me before we began. I could not find a fault with any portion of the work. I highly recommend A New Look Construction for any carpentry."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Primo Construction Of Metropolis
4.2(
5
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Lockport, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The absolute BEST experience! In 2 days we had a new roof and everything was cleaned up as if they weren’t even here. Extremely satisfied from start to finish! Highly recommended this company. The roofers I can’t say enough about their work ethics! The best part no hidden cost whatsoever!"
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Jack's Roofing & Siding, LLC
Jack's Roofing & Siding, LLC
3.3(
2
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Lockport, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats\nyour home improvement project as if it were our own. We offer a wide range of roofing\nexpertise and experience to meet the specific needs of our clients. We specialize in a\nvariety of roofing, to include asphalt shingle, traditional tile, natural slate, flat, foam, or\nsingle-ply. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to\noutstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your\nsatisfaction!

All new roofing accessories
Roof Replacement
Tyvek Install with vinyl siding
Completed wall of siding
Before Installation

+2

Response time3 days
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Klock Home Services
New to Angi
Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Lockport, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi, I’m Kevin with Klock Home Services, proudly serving the Fox Valley area. I provide reliable, detail-oriented handyman and home repair services at fair prices. From furniture and drywall repair to minor carpentry, fixture installs, and general maintenance, I treat every project like it’s in my own home. Whether it’s a small fix or a larger task, you can count on quality work done right the first time.

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Pole Barn Builders questions, answered by experts

The construction stage is almost always the longest part of building a house. Within this stage, framing often takes the most time, lasting anywhere from one week to a couple of months, depending on the home's size, the crew, and the time of year. Other parts of the construction phase include pouring the foundation and installing doors, windows, a roof, siding, drywall, and flooring. The planning and design phase can also be very time-consuming, sometimes taking months or even years, especially for a custom home. The final finishing process, which includes painting and installing trim, is typically shorter than the construction or planning stages.

A steel frame costs 10% to 20% more than a wood frame. Wood is a much easier material to work with, more accessible, and generally more affordable than steel—plus, you need specialized tools to work with steel.

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.

Whether you should choose a flat roof or a sloped roof depends on your particular situation. Flat roofs tend to be less expensive to install. However, sloped roofs have longer lifespans and stand up better to heavy snow and other inclement weather.

Keep in mind that even a flat roof needs to have a slight slope, usually around 1/2 inch for every foot. If it is completely flat, water will pool and cause damage, either from weight or leakage or rot.

Whether pole barn posts should be set in concrete depends on the soil surrounding your home. If your soil is compact and digging conditions are agreeable, then setting pole barn posts in concrete is an ideal option.

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