Is an A-frame home cheaper to build than a traditional house?

• <div><p>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 <b>$100 to $200 per square foot</b>, which is comparable to the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-build-house.htm">cost of a traditional home</a>. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.</p></div>

Is a scullery worth it?

• <div><p>Whether a scullery is worth it depends on how much you like to cook and entertain. If you frequently host gatherings—a scullery is likely worth the money. If you’re looking for ROI, it’s not so clear. It may not add significant value to your home, as it doesn’t increase square footage and may repurpose space that a buyer would have preferred to remain as-is (like a laundry room). </p></div>

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Q: What types of repairs should I make before scheduling an appraisal?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s often a good idea to take care of any health and safety <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-improve-appraisal-value.htm">repairs before an appraisal</a> to make sure the mortgage can move to underwriting without having to pay for another appraisal. Replace any broken glass, fix uneven or sloping floors, ensure all steps have appropriate handrails, and have a professional get rid of mold, asbestos, and lead paint. Beyond these repairs, you can update appliances or fixtures and focus on aesthetic improvements like new paint to add the most value before scheduling an appraisal.</p></div>

Q: Will an elevated deck increase a home's resale value?

• <div><p>Yes, an elevated deck can increase a home's resale value. Homeowners can expect a 65% return on investment from the cost of a second-story deck installation. For example, if you spend $5,000 to install a second-story deck, that deck will add $3,250 to the value of your home.</p></div>

Q: How can I make sure my property gets the highest appraisal possible?

• <div><p>While parts of the appraisal are out of your control, there are some things you can do to potentially raise the home&rsquo;s value. You can make necessary repairs and upgrades before the appraiser visits&mdash;an appraiser can only value what is currently part of the home, not its potential. You can also provide the appraiser with the cost of recent upgrades. The appraiser will likely increase the value of your home by about 50% or more of what you paid for those improvements.</p></div>

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The quote was about the same as another company, but the other company would charge extra for each piece of plywood that needed to be replaced and other things. It was nice to know what we would pay. The price quoted is what we paid. There were windows in one room that needed to be replaced....
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They were always on time and error free. Good workers always real safe.
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We had a very negative experience with Matt Fratzel, and his one and only plumber, Kurt, that he sent to do some of the work. Matt told us his employee was "slow, but good". One problem we had was that not only was he slow, he also did not repair things correctly the first time. We had multiple...
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Highly recommend to get Josh to determine the actual source of water to truly resolve the matter for real - great savings overall - thank you!!!! Will hire again
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Chris was AWESOME. Did a thourogh inspection inside and out. We'll use him again and encourage my agents to do the same.
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The sale was fantastic! Brown Button does an incredible job marketing their sales. Sale items are staged beautifully in the home and pictures posted on the website draw you in. Now I am hooked on their site! Our share of the sale was more than we expected. Do not hesitate to contact Brown Button...
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I contacted James @ Faith Roofing in mid May to replace the roof of our house in Wamego, KS. We'd filed a claim with insurance for weather related damage and it had come back with only a small portion of the roof being covered for repairs. We wanted a second opinion from a qualified roofer so...
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I am inpressed with State Farm and thier rates are better than where I was insured before. Not to mention I really like that when I had a claim, I spoke with my agent, not some guy in another state or counrty about my car.
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When we hired Dustin to paint the exterior of the house I was impressed with his knowledge and honesty. We also added ceiling repairs from water damage and repairs to our skylight area. He painted the kitchen and repaired an area in the drywall of a bedroom and it. We needed a shutoff valve...
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This was very short notice and I was very pleased that Patrick was able to come almost at once. We had a real mess, as the septic had backed up into the basement shower stall and all over the bathroom floor and carpet on the other side of the bathroom door. He arrived within an hour and...
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