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Avatar for Ask Michael Renovations, LLC
Ask Michael Renovations, LLC
4.6(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our Screened in Porch is finished! Thank you to Ask Michael LLC for working with us to make this the porch we thought we had when we bought the house, but know we have now. Insulated ceiling, directional fan, outlets, lights, fully water proof roof, and custom screens for these huge windows! Thanks goes out to Dustin Hughes, Raymond Van de Walker, Nicholas Biermann, John, and Michael of Ask Michael for bringing this to life."
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Bath Planet of Springfield
4.8(
18
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Justin came by for a consultation and really educated me on the project. He was very professional. It was installed in About 4 weeks from the consultation. Others were months before they could get to my project!"
Tub to Shower Conversions
Shower Remodeling
Bathtub Remodeling
Bathtub Remodeling
Tub to Shower Conversions

+25

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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World Painting Company
3.9(
43
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Wonderful job on both the painting for the development, and the staining of my deck. Probably the best quality painting that we have ever had in our development. From the beginning, the work, work order, estimate process, etc. was handled in a top knotch way. I have had a number of contacts with the company's owner, Colby, and he has shown himself to operate a well run company.He is very businesslike, returns calls promptly, and has people there when he promises.  I also had dealt quite a bit with Josh, who directly supervised the overall process. Josh is very cooperative, understanding, and very helpful. He always came through on his committments, and it made for a very pleasant experience.


The painting crew, led by Arturo, was by far the best group of painters we have used. I got many comments from other homewoners in the development who were very impressed with their work. They are meticulous in what they do, and the final product shows it.


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Hair Salon Remodel
Restoring Historical Home
Remodeling Cabinets
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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SAL Construction Services
4.2(
17
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired SAL Construction to build us a garage in Morton.
All I can say is WOW!!! Nice, polite, honest, clean, punctual?My husband found
them on Google and after visiting their website we decided to give them a call.
They did everything they said and did a beautiful job right on budget! I recommended
them to my sister who needed a tile floor installed in her kitchen. Scott did
an amazing job on the tile as well. My sister was so pleased?Her & I both
would recommend SAL to everyone. Job well done!
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+8

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Elite Design and Building Contractors
5.0(
4
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quality contractors who take pride in their work are very hard to find, Especially if they are out-of-state. I live in California and this contractor is located in Illinois. Justin worked on a 3-bedroom, 2 bath rental home I own in Illinois. Justin installed a wrought iron hand railings on the front porch and also repaired cracked concrete. His personality matched his work ethics. Justin was professional and overall, was very easy to communicate with. he took pride in his work. It was truly a job well done. Thanks Justin!"
Custom Entertainment Center
Custom Entertainment Center
Custom Entertainment Center
His and Her sinks and vanity
Finished Product

+68

Response time5 days
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Pole Barn Builders questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

Rustic and modern farmhouse styles are currently the most popular. These include rustic and antique furniture, muted colors, clean lines, eclectic decor, and natural materials. Some other popular farmhouse styles include the following:

  • Coastal farmhouse: Creates a lighter, airier feel with soft colors and blue palettes, along with gold

  • Colonial farmhouse: Focuses on real antique furniture and decor

  • French farmhouse: Leans on French country architecture and design by including marble and lighter-colored metals, like zinc

  • Industrial farmhouse: Includes thick, chunky furniture and dark metals

  • Scandinavian farmhouse: Usually includes lighter wood colors and more refined furniture

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.

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  • Farm blue barn shed and gravel driveway.

    If you’ve ever wondered what precisely a pole barn is, you’re about to find out. Not many know the advantages and disadvantages to the cost, construction style, and flexibility of building one on your own or hiring a contractor for the job.

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