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Avatar for Norman Builders
Norman Builders
4.8(
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Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Warranties offered

"Finding a builder who can take your idea (aka Dream) and make it a reality is not easy. Norman Builders created a house for me that exceeded my expectations. Ryan Norman provided me direction before the existing house demolition started. He connected me with others needed for pre-build items. Norman Builders then built exactly what was designed on paper. What sets Norman Builders apart from others is their communication and commitment to understanding what the customer wants. Ryan and his assistant Collin were always available and communicated at every milestone along the way. There was never a time I did not know what was going on or what I needed to decide. The contractors they use are highly professional and care about their part of the build. I love my new house! I highly recommend them and appreciate all Ryan and his team did for me."
New Kitchen
New Master Bathroom
Exterior Under Construction
The Addition from the Exterior
2nd Floor Master Bathroom

+53

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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MMP Construction Inc
4.6(
222
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is one of the most professional, experienced and quality companies that I have had to deal with in the home-improvement field.    I got an immediate response to my initial call, Terry came out immediately, work was done ahead of schedule.  Terry worked with me to answer all questions, educate me, and followed up to make certain I was satisfied with the work.  Will be using them for other projects.
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+154

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Phalan Construction & The Handyman
4.8(
325
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We engaged Bob Phalan of Phalan Construction to do a number of small to medium size projects in our home, including: building and installing stairs from the kitchen to garage, building/ finishing/ installing a stair handrail, building/ finishing/ installing doors for an existing kitchen cabinet, repairing 2 sinking decks, getting rid of squeaks in the floor, leveling a number of doors. Bob does excellent work, he really knows his stuff and is a master craftsman in all kinds of home projects, especially carpentry. We highly recommend Phalan Construction for many of your home repair/improvement projects! We definitely plan to use Phalan Construction for future projects."
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Recent Basement Alteration
2
Recent Bathroom

+33

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Extreme Makeover Custom Home Repair Handyman, LLC
4.6(
160
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and Chris just finished remodeling two bathrooms for me and I couldn't be happier with how they came out. The quality of their work was excellent and they worked very efficiently, with only minor disruptions when the water had to be turned off. John started the project when he promised and finished in a timely manner. ` Throughout the project there were challenges, from receiving items with hidden damage, missing items, and my supplier shipping me wrong items...but John just took it in stride. He made it all work and did so with a smile. John went the extra mile for me by taking care of a bunch if little things that needed to get fixed and I would absolutely hire him again."
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Sun room
decking and siding
library
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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O'Regan Construction
4.5(
37
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Garage - Build

Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Paul and team did an amazing job. They assisted with the full project from design, to permitting, to building and inspection. They were responsive to any adjustments we wanted to make along the way all while providing reliable, high quality construction on the established project budget."
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Completed projects
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Completed projects

+254

Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Marco Polo Home Builder
4.5(
54
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Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"In addition to the kitchen, they also remodeled our bathroom. Marco was sensitive to the fact that we only had one bathroom and made sure we were out the facilities for the minimum time possible. Our bathroom remodel was completed with lightning speed which we really appreciated! The kitchen remodel was also speedy. They worked with our requirements for smaller than usual appliances, finding, and even building, cabinets to fit our small kitchen space. Everyone who worked on our projects were very professional, wearing masks and keeping windows open even in the winter months. We're very happy with our new kitchen and bathroom!"
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen

+62

Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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JR Carpentry
4.5(
73
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - RepairShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It is hard to find good, honest and affordable handyman who is willing to take up small projects. Junior was hired to fix a broken fence panel. No other person would take up the work because it was too small a job. Junior came in, offered to do the work and finished very timely. He even picked up material for Home Depot and gave me the receipts. I ended up getting landscaping and bedroom painted with him as well. Would definitely hire him again."
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Remodel
Remodel
Remodel

+250

Response time12 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

It is recommended that you check with your local building official on barn building requirements and rules, since size restrictions vary greatly from region to region based on what your property is zoned for. Some cities limit barn construction depending on if your property is residential or commercial. The three main factors your building commission will evaluate are:

  • Height and lot coverage: How tall your barn is and how much of your total property it occupies

  • Setback: Distance between barn and property line

  • Easement: Legal right for another owner to access another’s property

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.

Average barndominiums last between 50 and 150 years depending on the materials they are made from, how well they are maintained, and the environment they are built in. Barndominiums are very durable and have a much longer lifespan than traditional wood homes. With proper care and maintenance, well-built barndominium homes can last generations. 

Complex plumbing is tricky and expensive in an off-the-ground dwelling like this. By considering options like composting toilets, rainwater collection, and gray-water sinks, you save money and help the environment. 

You don’t typically need a permit to build a shed, but it’s best to check with your local city clerk to make sure before you start the project. Every town, city, and municipality can have different rules when it comes to any home improvement project. Homeowners associations sometimes have restrictions on the materials you can use on your property as well.

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