"We needed three windows replaced and new cabinets and doors into our laundry room. Kevin and his crew were awesome to work with and did beautiful work. I can come up with crazy idea and Kevin was great about helping me think them through and bring them to life. We look forward to working with them again!"
"Rep.laced entry door in storm door. Josh Arrived on time did what we agreed on.stayed within the estimate. sound craftsmanship quality work well done. Thanks Josh"
"Don and his assistant Clay did a great job installing interior closet doors and a stair railing in my home. They were great to work with from start to finish and I highly recommend them."
"Tejada’s remodeling will go above and beyond to make sure you are happy with the services provided. They were flexible and worked around our schedule. I already have them scheduled for more work this month! They do it all! Thank you Tejada’s!!!"
"Dave and his crew were a pleasure to work with. His attention to detail and experience was a tremendous help in ensuring that the outcome of our project was what we had hoped for. I will not look anywhere else for any future building needs. Dave delivered everything that he promised. His customer service was exceptional throughout."
"After years of needing a rehab and the occasional complaint from some of my tenants I finally pulled the trigger and hired this company to do a total gut/demo of my 3 family rental property in Waterville. We had them do everything from updated electrical service and updated plumbing, to new countertops, tile, flooring and they also installed a few mini splits in each unit. My renters are happy and so am I. Thanks for everything Bellevue!!"
"Rodney just completed a full kitchen remodel for us, in addition to lots of other small projects such as power washing our roof, adding an outdoor light, adding replacement windows, and patching wall and ceiling holes in our 1930 home. Rodney had many good ideas for us and we are very happy with the results. Rodney and his crew are reliable, talented, courteous, and neat. They go the extra mile to make sure everything is just right. Rodney is an excellent communicator. We plan on using him again in the spring for a bathroom re-do. We highly recommend A Jack of Trades."
"I hired innovative construction to reside one side of my building. During the bidding of the project as well as during the execution of the work, Greg and his team were professional, timely and responsive. I would absolutely hire Greg and his team again"
Adding a storm shelter can increase the value of a home if you live in an area prone to intense storms. According to the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes, safe rooms can increase the home's sale price by 3.5%. That’s about $10,500 on a $300,000 home, which could be a 100% ROI or more if you build a storm shelter that’s on the smaller side.
There's no simple answer to which is less costly: wood or metal-framed homes. In most cases, metal building components cost more than wooden ones, while entire metal buildings cost less than wooden versions. However, regardless of the exterior framing or structure, each must meet similar building codes. This means that the costs are about the same, even considering that wood will require more maintenance than metal over time.
While sheds are most certainly helpful for most homeowners, unfortunately, sheds do not add value to a home or property in the traditional sense. However, if the home has limited storage or garage space, having a shed to store things like decorations or lawn equipment can certainly be a positive if you want to sell.
Deciding whether to buy a prebuilt fireplace kit or build one from scratch comes down to aesthetics, available space, and budget. Many homeowners like the convenience and lower cost of prebuilt options—around $1,500—versus the involved planning and construction of a larger fireplace. Another bonus: you can usually move prebuilt units. Custom projects are more common when homeowners have access to a larger budget and more area in the yard to place the fireplace.
This answer varies based on where you are, but most states require that all homes are greater than 320 square feet. Remember that four walls are not the only requirements—windows, closet space, minimal ceiling heights, and indoor air quality are also factors. Each state and municipality differs, though, and as some don’t consider tiny homes permanent shelters, you’ll need to check to ensure you aren’t violating any local or state laws with your build.
The Gray, ME homeowners’ guide to storm shelter services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
When you’re looking to make a safer space for your family during storms, tornado shelter costs may come to mind. See how much you can expect to pay here.
What is a storm shelter? It can keep you safe during a tornado, hurricane, or other weather event. This guide will introduce you to the different types.
