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Building-Pros LLC
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Serving Iola, KS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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We are a locally owned and operated company serving most of Eastern Kansas. \nGiven our background in the Amish and Mennonite communities, as the founders of BUILDING-PROS, our values are; honesty, integrity, and service to the vision our clients have for their projects! We take pride in our craftsmanship, and treat your project like it was our own. \nWe specialize in Post Frame Buildings, Barndominiums, and Custom Homes. \nWhile custom buildings is what we do, we also pay close attention to detail, to make sure our clients get the most cost efficient product while still bringing to life the vision, and dream for each building! \n

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Choice Home Warranty
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Serving Iola, KS and surrounding areas

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"Bruce Dixon was very nice and helpful in providing exceptional customer service and making sure I had the best experience. I purchased my home warranty and feel confident in the choice I made. Thank you Bruce. Sincerely, Kimberly"
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Serving Iola, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, while treating your home as if it were our own. With 20 years of experience, we offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in New Home Construction, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! Call us today for your free estimate! \n

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J.D. Stewart Construction and Remodeling, LLC
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Serving Iola, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

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J.D. Stewart Construction and Remodeling, LLC is a full-service construction company with over 20 years of combined experience and service. We work very closely with our clients to make sure that they get the top quality service that they deserve, while maintaining the cost of the clients budget. \n \nAt J.D. Stewart Construction we are ready to serve your needs large or small. When you are ready to start a project, please give us the opportunity to bid. We look forward to working with you. \n \n

Otter Creek Construction
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Serving Iola, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Otter Creek Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. \n \n

Diebolt Lumber & Supply, Inc.
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Serving Iola, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

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We are Southeast Kansas largest lumber and supply for everything in the home, new or remodel. Located on 10 acres with enough inventory to build anything. We have rental tools and equipment to fit the needs of the do-it-yourselfer to contactors. Bobcat skid loaders, 14' dump trailers, trailers, man lifts, power tools. pressure washers, air compressors, carpet extractors and cleaners, plus many more items to get your job done. All dependable equipment so you can get your project done on time. All of our staff are decanted to provide you with the quality face to face service in a home town atmosphere. Located in LaHarpe KS. Call us today!

Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

Start by researching local contractors with experience in cottage construction. Ask for references, check licensing and insurance, and review completed projects. Compare multiple bids, making sure each includes the same scope of work. A good contractor will communicate clearly, provide a detailed contract, and ensure all work meets code and safety standards.

Modular homes can be a great investment, especially for those who find the prices of stick-built real estate too high. Modular homes are usually much more affordable because they’re mass-manufactured and then assembled on-site or delivered mostly assembled. If they’re installed properly and by professionals, they can last for between 50 and 100 years, potentially making them an outstanding investment.

It usually takes around four to six months to build and install a modular home, although your timeline could go up to around eight months if there are delays in the manufacturing or permitting process. Heavy site preparation and foundation pouring can extend that timeline if you need them, as can customizations you want for your modular home. Your modular home company should be able to provide an estimate for the construction timeline before you sign any contracts or agree to any work.

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

Whether it’s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it’s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. 

Most homeowners pay between $100,000 and $200,000 for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average cost to build a new home is between $139,000 and $531,300.

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