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Top-Rated Barndominium builders in Tolono - Updated Nov 2026

Marvon Construction, LLC
4.9(
44
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Garage - Build

Serving Tolono, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Reuben and his crew were wonderful. We had them install the metal siding, shingle roofing and metal roofing on our home (which is new construction). They were prompt, friendly, professional, and provided excellent quality work. We will be using them again this summer to do work on our dock at Lake Mattoon. A big THANK YOU to everyone at Marvon Construction!"
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Coach House Garages
4.7(
113
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Garage - Build

Serving Tolono, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My wife and I decided to replace our dilapidated one-car garage with a modern two-car garage. We chose to work with Coach House Garages and could not be happier with our garage and our customer service experience! Having never been involved in a construction project before, the idea of building a new garage was intimidating. We found Coach House Garages here on Angie’s List and contacted them to get a little information. We soon met with Jeff Grummer and after that meeting, we knew we found our builder. We could not have asked for a better partner to work with than Jeff. He was extremely knowledgable, accessible, never pushy and was quite patient (as we had a lot of questions and no understanding of process or timelines). Jeff guided us through the inevitable ebbs and flows, from variances and permits to tear down and construction. When we hit a couple challenges, Jeff helped us navigate the issues and keep the job on track. We were...and are...impressed with the quality of our new garage and the professionalism of Jeff and the entire Coach House Garage team. We would highly recommend them to anyone considering building a new garage."
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Job #S0094
Job #V0218

+24

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arkwright Handyman
4.8(
21
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Tolono, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had a number of interior doors that needed work - some needed the bottoms shaved, one needed the side shaved, and the biggest project was replacing these ancient, horrible metal doors that were a weird size. They had to resize the utility closet opening before installing new doors. I'm super happy with the finished work! The guys were easy to talk to and explained everything to me well."
Custom sized door
Window replacement
Window replacement
Window replacement
Window replacement

+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Affordable Home Repair
5.0(
4
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Tolono, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and his helper Nathan did an excellent job!! They arrived when they said they were going to an hung a 65 inch tv and a 50 inch tv with no problem at all! The job was done in a timely manor. Both were very professional and friendly! The price was reasonable too!! I would highly recommend and trust the work of Affordable Home Repair for any job! Just an fyi…I told him I would take care of cord hanging down."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Robinson General Construction
5.0(
2
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Garage - Build

Serving Tolono, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

\nRobinson General Construction\nBringing Your Vision to Life – Built with Integrity, Finished with Pride\n\nAt Robinson General Construction, we’re your one-stop shop for all things residential and commercial construction. With over 40 years of combined experience, our family-owned business is built on a foundation of craftsmanship, integrity, and customer satisfaction.\n\nWe specialize in remodels, additions, and custom home builds—but our expertise doesn’t stop there. From concrete flatwork and siding to windows, doors, and electrical, we handle every aspect of your project with professionalism and attention to detail.\n\nWhether you have a clear vision or need help discovering what’s possible, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Our team is dedicated to turning your ideas into reality, creating spaces that reflect your style and meet your needs.\n\nAt Robinson General Construction, we take pride in the work we do—so you can be proud of the place you

front porch addition
front porch addition
front porch addition
front porch addition
front porch addition

+50

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AOM Remodeling and Restoration
4.6(
52
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Tolono, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David gave me what I thought was a fair price for the work to be done. He asked for 1/2 up front. As a previous small business owner I did not feel this was unreasonable so I paid him 500.00. He estimated the work would take 3 to four days and I thought the same. After several no shows the "mason" showed up. The first clue was he came in a car. According to my wife he was here 2 hours and left, came back for another 2 hours the next day and left again. He said nothing to my wife about leaving or when he would be back. David called a day later to ask about coming out to look over the job and get the rest of the other 500.00. I said he isn't finished and he's only been here 4 hours. So then I looked up the prevailing wage in IL for a mason and found out it is 28.50 an hour. The next day the guy comes back for another 3 hours. David came to look at the work and I walked him around and showed him all of the places that had not been done. So the guy comes back again for about an hour. All told it was 8 hours work, nothing to write home about but it was agreed up front that I wasn't looking for an exposed brick look. I need it tuck pointed well enough so that I could drylock and paint the exposed brick. I will say this was done in the end. The worker left a mess that I and my wife had to clean up, I pointed this out to David as well. I told him I felt he was overly paid for the amount of work preformed and that was the end of it. It's really to bad. It's difficult to get contractors to do small jobs and I had plenty for him to do. I'm not unhappy, just would not hire again"
Kitchen accent
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tan and white trim room
blue and white trim room

+5

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Next Level Roofing & Construction
4.4(
81
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Tolono, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Painting was well done and professional. The team was Responsive and flexible. No errors in painting. Added sliding barn doors as well and did a great job."
Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Bath Planet of Springfield
4.8(
18
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Tolono, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"HIGH QUALITY job. The estimate was the highest one I received, but the materials were far superior to all others. These look great, SOLID INSTALLATION.  Took away existing gutter that was installed.  Professional from the estimate to the install.  Showed me that he had worker's comp insurance on his workers as well as being licensed and bonded.  Home owner's insurance does not cover hired workers on home improvement projects.  Very important."
Tub to Shower Conversions
Shower Remodeling
Bathtub Remodeling
Bathtub Remodeling
Tub to Shower Conversions

+25

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders FAQs, 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

Whether it is better to buy or build a chicken coop depends on your priorities, primarily cost versus time and effort. Building your own chicken coop can be significantly more budget-friendly, often costing about half as much as buying a pre-made one. If you have the time and skills, building a coop from scratch is the most economical option. However, if your time or skills are limited, buying a kit and hiring a handyperson to assemble it can be more cost-effective than hiring a carpenter to build a custom coop from scratch. If you want a perfectly constructed coop without sacrificing your own time and energy, buying one is the easiest choice.

Yes, barn doors can be too heavy, although the limitation is usually imposed by the mounting hardware you buy and not your home’s framing, unless you’re building an unusually wide door. To keep the weight down, you can opt for 1-by material rather than 2-by material, and choose a softwood like pine rather than a hardwood like maple or oak. Check the weight limits on your mounting hardware, and always attach your door track to studs rather than to drywall anchors.

There's no simple answer to which is less costly: wood or metal-framed homes. In most cases, metal building components cost more than wooden ones, while entire metal buildings cost less than wooden versions. However, regardless of the exterior framing or structure, each must meet similar building codes. This means that the costs are about the same, even considering that wood will require more maintenance than metal over time.

Whether you buy a prefabricated shed or build one depends on why you need it and where you stay. For instance, if a simple garden shed is what you’re after, it’ll be less expensive to buy one already built. But if you want a shed with windows, plumbing, and electric work, a custom-built unit might be more suited to your needs.

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