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1600 Contracting LLC
5.0(
23
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Tuscola, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He did a very professional tear out and replacement of our exterior kitchen door. He explained the project well and did a comprehensive discussion of our replacement options. We opted to go with one of the top line weather resistant exterior doors. We feel we now have a lifetime door replacement that looks terrific. Ervin left the job site clean and picked up as if he’d never been there. I would strongly recommend him for your next home improvement project."
Response time2 days
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Next Level Roofing & Construction
4.3(
80
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Serving Tuscola, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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Credit card accepted

"We worked with NPS to build a screened-in-porch on our home. We worked with James on the design and are so pleased with the porch! Our ideas and needs were clearly integrated throughout the design process but elevated by the expertise of the professionals at NPS. The price also seems incredibly competitive for what we got. The project, like most renovations took much longer than we had hoped, but we are very happy with the final result. I would be happy to talk to anyone who wants to work with NPS."
Response time6 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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World Painting Company
3.9(
43
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Find a Custom Home BuilderFind a Modular Home BuilderShelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Tuscola, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

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Emergency services offered

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My wife and I have used World Painting several times over the last four years in two different houses.  The most recent project was a complete makeover of the outside of our home.  We consulted with the World Painting staff on the design (two tones) and the proper colors to use.  We are very happy with the outcomes; both the appearance and the quality of workmanship.


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Hair Salon Remodel
Restoring Historical Home
Remodeling Cabinets
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.8(
57
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Serving Tuscola, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"The contracted the work off to a third party. Jon took longer than expected. The windows was installed pretty good from the looks. Communication could have been better with knowing the job will take longer and what types of trims I wanted for the windows. As the contractor that was hired for this job by this company. Did a good job with putting up decent trim. As for the new windows they look great. I purchased the myself and hired sentri homes to install them. I will need to have a my siding on my house redone to be closer to the new windows so the gaps are not so obvious. That was not expected at first. But from old storm windows and not knowing how they were put in originally. There was some unknown things that was learned from the job being completed. I will have the siding of the house slightly done to match really good for what I wanted later on. My only concern is better communication with sentri homes. Overall they were great when I did talk to them."
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Schrock Builders, LLC
4.5(
1
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Serving Tuscola, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

With 20 years of experience in the home improvement industry, Schrock Builders, LLC is your industry leader from Arthur and everywhere in between. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. As a family owned and operated business, you can trust we will treat your project as we would treat our own. Our satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Mennenga Construction, Inc.
2.2(
29
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Serving Tuscola, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Due to rain it took the project longer than expected. The plan was for 2 days, it took them 1 day. They took out old brick chimney, installed flue liner and converted to an insulated flue to vent water heater. Framed in old opening, installed shingles, flashed new water heater in roof, cleaned entire area. Great job! Mr. Mennenga got his hands dirty too. I enjoyed working with them. Would recommend."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Home Building questions, answered by experts

Typically, architects do not build homes in a hands-on sense of doing the actual framing, roofing, or other building. Architects usually do not have the training and experience to build the homes they design. An architect would need to know how to do the specific trades required to build a house, which is possible but not a common practice. A general contractor or homebuilder typically oversees the actual details of building the house that the architect designs.

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.

Yes, you can finance new construction, though the process often requires a different type of loan than one for an existing property. There are several financing options available:

  • Construction-to-Permanent Loan: This is a common option where a single loan covers the building costs and then converts into a traditional mortgage once construction is complete and you move in.

  • Construction Loan (Stand-Alone): This type of loan provides funding only for the duration of the construction project. Once the house is built, you will need to pay the loan in full, typically by securing a separate, standard mortgage.

  • Builder Financing: Some custom homebuilders offer their own financing options, which may only require a down payment to begin the building process.

  • Bridge Loan: This can be a useful short-term loan to fund your new construction while you are in the process of selling your old home.

  • Home Equity Options: If you are building a second home, you might be able to use a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or a cash-out refinance on your current property.

It's also important to be aware that some lenders may have restrictions on financing for DIY house builds, so be sure to verify that you can secure financing before starting your project.

How long it takes to build a custom home or rebuild a home after a disaster varies depending on many factors, but averages between seven and 14 months. Smaller homes or homes that don’t need a re-poured foundation may take less time to build than larger homes or homes without an existing foundation. Material availability, contractor schedules, and permit and inspection timelines can all affect how long your house takes to build.

There are energy-efficient options when building a cottage. Select green building materials, high-performance insulation, and energy-efficient windows when designing your cottage. Options such as solar panels, efficient HVAC systems, and LED lighting can lower your utility bills and reduce your environmental impact. Many builders offer energy-efficient upgrades as part of the design process.

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