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Avatar for Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County
Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County
4.5(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Ken was great to work with. Very friendly. I would hire him again through Handyman of PG in a heart beat. Came with a lot of experience. Great asset to the company. One strength of Ken is customer service!"
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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The North Star Companies, LLC
4.5(
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used The North Star Companies for several jobs in the past, with the most recent being the largest. We hired them do a complete renovation of our home in Severn. The job grew larger as demo began and turned into a job requiring the rebuild of exterior walls, demo of concrete slabs - basically the house had to be rebuilt from the ground up. All new plumbing, electric, framing, windows, siding, roof, etc. I have known Chris for 20+ years and was confident that our forever home would be solid and done right. We had a few hiccups throughout the process - as this was done during Covid, so there were supply issues, delays and so forth, but Chris and his guys did an amazing job. We couldn't be happier and are continuously getting compliments on our beautiful home. Chris has been and will continue to be our go-to for any construction needs for us and our family and friends."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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VKB Kitchen & Bath
4.7(
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We chose VKB to do our complete gut master bathroom renovation and were so happy with their work in terms of reliability, craftsmanship, and customer service that we hired them to renovate our hall bathroom as well. For both bathrooms we worked with Calvin as our designer and Jason as our project manager, and both of them went above and beyond to make sure that we were happy with the design, that the project ran smoothly and on time, and that the final product was exactly what we wanted. We wouldn't hesitate to use VKB again if we need any other work done on our home, and we have already begun recommending them to family and friends and will continue to do so. We are very pleased with our experience with VKB!"
Kitchen Remodeling in Severn, MD white countertop, cabinets & wooden floors
Kitchen Remodeling in Silver Spring, MD with wooden flooring & quartz countertop
Home Remodel with New Kitchen, Bathroom, Basement & Decking
Complete Home Makeover of Kitchen, Bath & Basement in Laurel, MD
Kitchen Remodel in Laurel, MD with quartz countertop & wooden flooring

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Harry's Handyman Services
5.0(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Harry did a great job with remodeling our kitchen and bathroom. We had some challenges come up due to our house being built in 1913 but he was able to overcome those challenges and we now have a beautiful and updated kitchen and bathroom."
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Painting - Interior Project
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+17

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kinner Construction Company
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kinner construction did an excellent job on my deck and screened-in porch. They are great to work with! I highly recommend them! The only downside was I did have to wait a little while before they could start my job."
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New Railing
Removal of Termite Damaged Floor System.

+5

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FUSION IRONWORKS L.L.C.
4.1(
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Garage - Build

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Outstanding work,Shon showed up on time the iron work gate was completed as requested and looks amazing. Fusion Ironworks is the source for top quality custom ironwork."
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Response time10 hrs
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

While a romantic getaway in a vacation treehouse may sound appealing, building one to live in year-round comes with more challenges. However, a growing number of people are adopting this small-scale living approach to appreciate an off-the-grid, private lifestyle. It allows you to feel closer to nature in a sustainable, customizable, minimalist, and eco-friendly way.

Building a treehouse can vary in difficulty depending on factors such as design complexity, size, and the builder’s woodworking experience. Basic treehouses with simple designs can be manageable for DIYers with some carpentry skills, while more elaborate structures may pose challenges. Adequate planning, research, and careful execution can make the process more manageable, and resources like premade plans or professional assistance are always available for additional support.

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.

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.

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