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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

"Well. The work took longer than I expected but was also more complicated. The previous owners of the house had attached their very heavy microwave oven to the cabinets on either side without doing any reinforcing. So, when we had our new roof put on a little bit prior, apparently it knocked some things loose. The handyman had to first figure out what exactly happened and then was able to build things up so that the microwave and the cabinets were properly supported"
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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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The North Star Companies, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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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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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."
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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

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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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+5

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FUSION IRONWORKS L.L.C.
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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
Response rate100%
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

The lifespan of a barn is typically 40 to 60 years, but with skillful construction and proper maintenance, it can last up to 100 years. The actual lifespan depends on several factors, including the barn type, materials, usage, and climate. For example, the posts of a pole barn should last 50 years or longer, but if the structure is used for livestock in a rainy climate, it may rot within the first decade. Custom designs with high-end materials tend to last the longest. To get the best estimate for your barn's lifespan, you should consider its material type and intended use.

Pole barns and carports are similar in that they rely on posts for support and are often not connected to a primary structure. The main difference between the two is that pole barns usually include walls that surround the entire perimeter of the structure, while carports generally remain open on three or four sides. It’s possible to insulate garage doors and even exterior walls on pole barns to create a comfortable workspace, and it’s a bit more secure for storage purposes. However, carports are more affordable.

The maximum size of a tiny home you can move depends on your state transportation guidelines, but the rule of thumb is a maximum of 400 square feet. However, as long as it falls within the local limits for traveling on public roadways, you should be good to hit the road.

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. 

A steel frame costs 10% to 20% more than a wood frame. Wood is a much easier material to work with, more accessible, and generally more affordable than steel—plus, you need specialized tools to work with steel.

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