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GARAGE FOR YOU INC
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Garage - Build

Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

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"Garage For You built us a beautiful custom garage. The process was smooth and communication was good. This was our first large construction project, so we had lots of questions and needed to go over everything a few times to make sure we were getting exactly what we wanted. Ricky and Ivona were very helpful and the construction staff worked very hard. We have received many compliments on our garage and it's the nicest in the neighborhood for sure."
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+9

Response time1 day
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Ivan Handyman
4.7(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to install three exterior lights, by my front and back doors & garage. I had the fixtures, just needed someone to install. Good work at a reasonable price. I subsequently hired them to fix some wood rot by my garage door. Ivan cams in, cut out and replaced the bad pieces, caulked and repainted. Excellent job!"
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
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A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"I can't say enough about A P Builders and how absolutely wonderful they have been from start to finish. We completely gutted and remodeled our home and Angelo was upfront, honest, timely, and everything that was contracted was done to perfection. We had crew there every day from start to finish. He started on time and finished on time. Any change orders were handled professionally and solutions were found for any unforeseen challenges due to the age of my home. I highly recommend AP Builders for any of your home improvement needs."
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Response time5 days
Response rate99%
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Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling
4.2(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"True professional craftsman. Honest, trustworthy and flexible scheduler. Rebuilt main home staircase. Confronted surprise issues with his years of experience and skills. Impressive mobile carpentry shop. Please feel free to use us as a reference."
Recommended by72%of homeowners
All Service Calls, LLC
4.5(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team was very responsive in assisting the removal of a silver maple in my back yard. Came out and quoted the opportunity within a couple days of engaging them on the Home Advisor platform. After moving forward with the bid, the continued to provide communication even through a couple reschedules due to weather. The completion of the project was smooth and they left the back yard in great shape. Iâ d recommend All Service Calls to my friends and family members."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Icon Building Group
5.0(
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"We met with Charlie Murphy several times to discuss the possibility of using Icon Building Group to build our house. Charlie was concerned that they would not live up to our high expectations. In the end, they not only met our expectations, they exceeded them. Icon assembled a talented team to execute the building of our house. They selected a group of subcontractors that had the necessary talents and attention to detail to be able to execute the detailed design that we entrusted to them. The efforts of the subcontractors were carefully guided by our superintendent, Mike P. In the office, Shawna H. did a great job navigating our project thru the challenging City review process. We had several challenges during the project, and the Icon team dealt with them in a positive manner. We are extremely happy with the end result and look forward to enjoying our new home for many years to come! Bob and Pat"
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ELITE AND ELEVATED CONSTRUCTION LLC
4.3(
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"We hired this company for a home addition and couldn’t be happier with the results. They were professional, reliable, and kept us updated throughout the whole project. The craftsmanship and attention to detail really show in the final product. Our new space looks amazing and blends perfectly with the rest of our home. I would definitely recommend them"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
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G.A.STEELE CONSTRUCTION
3.3(
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Garage - Build

Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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We are a locally owned and operated General Contractor that provides full service Remodeling! All your needs from permitting, construction and All inspections. We work closely with our clients to meet or exceed thier goals in thier projects.

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Sentri Homes
2.9(
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"Sentri Homes provided the most professional flooring service I’ve ever had. The LVP installation turned out absolutely beautiful, and I was amazed at how quickly everything was completed without sacrificing quality. The crew was fast, accurate, and extremely detail-oriented from start to finish. Everything was installed cleanly, precisely, and with real craftsmanship. The entire process was smooth, efficient, and far beyond what I expected. I would absolutely recommend Sentri Homes to anyone needing flooring installed."
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

While a romantic getaway in a vacation treehouse may sound appealing, building one to live in year-round comes with more challenges. However, a growing number of people are adopting this small-scale living approach to appreciate an off-the-grid, private lifestyle. It allows you to feel closer to nature in a sustainable, customizable, minimalist, and eco-friendly way.

The difference between a pole barn and a stick-built barn is in the construction. Large poles in the ground provide support for pole barns. For stick-built barns, 2-by-4 or 2-by-6 lumber (known as sticks) create a frame around load-bearing beams. Stick-built construction is far more popular for residential homes. Pole barns are more cost-effective because they require fewer materials and less labor.

The lifespan of a barn is typically 40 to 60 years, but with skillful construction and proper maintenance, it can last up to 100 years. The actual lifespan depends on several factors, including the barn type, materials, usage, and climate. For example, the posts of a pole barn should last 50 years or longer, but if the structure is used for livestock in a rainy climate, it may rot within the first decade. Custom designs with high-end materials tend to last the longest. To get the best estimate for your barn's lifespan, you should consider its material type and intended use.

If you can’t repair and repurpose your shed, it might be possible to sell it, donate it, or salvage parts rather than them just ending up in a landfill. Professional junk removal services will advise you on what can and will be recycled. You may also want to keep some parts to upcycle them for other projects around your home. Turning planks from your memory-filled wooden shed into a coffee table or bed headboard is good for the environment and the soul.

The time it takes to build a shed heavily depends on the type of shed you buy. A prefab shed can be built in 4 to 8 hours, while a custom shed will be built off-site over the span of 2 to 5 days. It then takes a few hours, depending on the location, to move the finished shed to its final location.

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