What should I consider when buying and building an RV garage?

• <div><p>Make sure you’re getting the right size to meet your space needs, including enough space both side to side and vertically to accommodate your RV’s features and allow you to safely move it in and out of the garage. </p><p>If you’re building an attached and enclosed garage for your RV, you’ll also want to give some thought to whether you’d like to add workspace, water or electricity, or additional storage. If so, you’ll need a garage with larger dimensions.</p></div>

Is it cheaper to build or buy overhead garage shelving?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-do-garage-storage-systems-cost.htm">cost of garage storage systems</a> is, on average, between <b>$615 and $2,635</b>. A <a href="https://www.angi.com/companylist/home-and-garage-organization.htm">garage organizing specialist</a> usually charges between <b>$55 and $75 per hour</b>, so completing this project on your own can save you a significant chunk of change. That said, hiring a professional can save you time, and they can help create a perfect system for your items.</p></div>

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Q: What should I consider when buying and building an RV garage?

• <div><p>Make sure you&rsquo;re getting the right size to meet your space needs, including enough space both side to side and vertically to accommodate your RV&rsquo;s features and allow you to safely move it in and out of the garage. </p><p>If you&rsquo;re building an attached and enclosed garage for your RV, you&rsquo;ll also want to give some thought to whether you&rsquo;d like to add workspace, water or electricity, or additional storage. If so, you&rsquo;ll need a garage with larger dimensions.</p></div>

Q: What is the percentage of contractor profit?

• <div><p>Most contractors aim for about a 20% profit on a job, leaving themselves room for unexpected expenses or delays. After accounting for materials, labor, and insurance, the profit margin for most contractors is between 10% and 20%. Fluctuating costs of materials and labor affect the ultimate percentage.</p></div>

Q: Is it possible to finance new construction?

• <div><p>Yes, there are a few different ways you can finance new construction. Some lenders offer new construction loans that cover the building costs and then convert to a standard mortgage once construction is complete. Some custom homebuilders also offer financing options that only require a down payment before you begin the building process. Construction loans are possible, as well, although they typically only cover the building process, and you&rsquo;ll need to pay in full once the house is completed.</p></div>

Q: Should I pay a contractor 50% up front?

• <div><p>Contractors may require a down payment before they begin a project&mdash;especially for those that require a lot of materials. Check with your contractor to see how much they require up front before signing a contract, but they should not ask for more than 50%. Never pay in full before work begins.</p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2022
K&E Contracting did an awesome job on my pole barn site and tilling. Travis is very easy to talk to, he answered every question that I had. The quote was fair and he started when he said he would. I thought it would take a month to do all the work, that I asked him to do, but it was...
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Reviewed in January 2020
Jerrod Thomason, the owner of Superior Home Building, did a complete remodel of our house including a new addition. He did the work while we spent the winter in FL. I contacted him based on the outstanding reviews on Angie's list. We did not meet him until the job was well under way. Everything...
Superior Home Building LLC
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Reviewed in September 2016
A great job very happy. We build our home 16 years ago and needed a makeover. New countertops, ceramic tile, tubs and showers and kitchen backsplash. Kept in contact the whole time, showed up same time every morning. Very helpful on ideas , colors and design, easy to work with, very hard...
Austin Construction LLC
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Reviewed in July 2016
Mr. Adams is responsive to our calls, works efficiently & charges fairly. We are having ongoing problems with a system we inherited. It was installed by another contractor for the building's previous owner. Mr. Adams has been extremely helpful in keeping it "alive." His last visit was to...
Stewart Adams and Son heating and AC LLC
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Reviewed in June 2016
Bruce Carmody is a highly skilled real estate agent, developer and marketing specialist with 28 years experience. His experience has been demonstrated through his do diligence in building codes, market intelligence and buying and selling real estate. His integrity is beyond reproach. He wants...
Bruce Carmody Realtor - Keller Williams
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Reviewed in June 2016
Arrived with 2 other certified mechanic / builders and inspected the house from roof to basement. Was there for almost 3 hours. Removed all results and answered all of my questions.
Home Inspections of Michigan
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Reviewed in July 2014
Builder held back vital information right from the start of the project. When we first met this builder he stated that "there is one thing he don't like to talk about and that's money". Way too many surprises and he was not honest when asked about questions pertaining to the budget. Money was...
Alexander Construction
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Reviewed in December 2013
My husband used them to put in a floor in our 40x60 pole barn. The owner responded to our phone call came out and quoted the job and even came out while the barn was being constructed, to make sure the site was correct. They came out and did the job when he said they would and my husband could...
McKenzie Concrete
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Reviewed in June 2012
Before signing the contract things went very well. Calls were returned promptly, cost were fair, and a completion date was good. Once the contract was signed, the time to build date changed. We were told that it wouldn't be done until Memorial Day. We signed the contract in March. The didn't...
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