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Mow-Rite and More and Handyman Services
4.8(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I used him for15 years. I count on him. He knows my home and I don't have to tell him what to do. He takes care of things for me. He also does small electrical jobs for me. He's an all around guy. A real handyman."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Precision Framing LLC
5.0(
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Garage - Build

Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was interested in adding a bathroom to my basement and when I received the quote, it was very reasonable. I was not ready to start immediately but he was sure to follow up with me. He was very professional with a very clear contract and completed the work on time as he said he would. The team was very mannerable while in my home and communicated well throughout the process. The work looks great and I am very pleased. I will most definitely being hiring Precision Framing for upcoming home projects."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
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Smart Dovas LLC
4.9(
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Delano at Smart Dovas did an amazing job in my home. He along with his apprentice. Took their time and did a fantastic job. He even corrected little things around my home that I didn't even mention. After the work was completed, they cleaned my floors so neatly. I truly appreciate their services. I will ne calling them back for other things that I need to have done in my home."
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

Barns and barndominiums are most commonly painted red, like barns depicted in movies and paintings. The practice of painting barns red dates back to America’s colonial days, when new farmers would borrow the European practice of mixing linseed oil with ferrous oxide to coat the barns in order to protect them from the elements, leaving the structures with a red color.

While prices fluctuate because of increased demand, fewer supplies, and engineering time, OSB generally remains more affordable than plywood at $1 to $2.40 per square foot compared to the $4.50 to $10 for plywood. Cost is only one factor you should consider when deciding between OSB and plywood.

Adding an extension or addition to your home costs more than a loft conversion in all but the rarest cases where the home's structural integrity is lacking. Because a home addition requires a new foundation section or significant structural upgrades to handle a cantilevered portion, the cost compared to almost any loft conversion is significantly greater for the same square footage.

It may be tempting to DIY the construction of a swing set to save money, but we don’t recommend it. Since children will use the swing set, the entire system must be solid and safe, meaning the cost savings aren’t worth potentially endangering them. Plus, most DIYers will have to build their swing sets out of wood, which won’t last as long as metal or vinyl and introduces the risk of splinters. Instead, hire a local playground equipment installer to ensure the swing set is built safely and efficiently, setting up your kids for fun for years to come.

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.

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