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Avatar for Jerry Graves General Contracting, LLC
Jerry Graves General Contracting, LLC
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Wilmore, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Came exactly when he said they would and did what was needed quickly and at a very reasonable price"
Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Unique Landscaping & Contracting, LLC
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Wilmore, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He has done a lot of work for us."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Big Blue Home Services
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Wilmore, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project.\nTo understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job

Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Workman Enterprises of Kentucky
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Wilmore, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Workman Enterprises of Kentucky, has a single mission, which is to achieve complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced professionals. With over 20 years of experience, we have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress free experience. This approach has set us apart from our competition and keep our customers coming back! Give us a call today!

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Xpress Handyman Services
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Wilmore, KY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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Warranties offered

20+ years of carpentry, flooring and remodel experience in central Kentucky. Can assist in everything from installing new blinds or a ceiling fan to customizing a closet or refinishing your hardwood floors. \nGive me a call or email for fair pricing and excellent quality. \nLook forward to hearing from you soon, Jerome!

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Distinctive Design Remodeling, LLC
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Wilmore, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"DDR did an excellent job building our detached garage! They were professional and each crew came through and completed their portion of the project perfectly! They were in constant communication with us throughout the process. We are completely satisfied with our garage and highly recommend them!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Pole Barn Builders questions, answered by experts

The best lumber for building will be the strongest and most eco-friendly wood your budget allows. That being said, Douglas fir, pine, oak, and maple are all common building materials. Contractors will use a strong, inexpensive wood to frame a house or other structure and finer woods like mahogany for detail work. 

You can use a variety of wood to build a barn door, but the most common options include 1-by boards and 2-by boards for the backing and the decorative boards on the front of the door. Softwoods like pine will save you some money and should hold up well, while hardwoods like maple and oak will stand up to more wear and tear. You could also build the backer out of plywood to minimize the cuts you need to make. Whatever you decide on, make sure the width of the wood is compatible with the mounting brackets you buy.

The time it takes to build a shed heavily depends on the type of shed you buy. A prefab shed can be built in 4 to 8 hours, while a custom shed will be built off-site over the span of 2 to 5 days. It then takes a few hours, depending on the location, to move the finished shed to its final location.

If you’re building a pole barn in place of a traditional home, lenders usually don’t offer traditional mortgages for these structures. You can also expect higher insulation costs and building permits may not be allowed in your area. Even if you’re just using a pole barn as storage or as a shelter for animals, these structures are less durable than steel buildings and require more maintenance.

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.

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