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JLM HOME SOLUTIONS
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Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a big build. Coordination of trades was important. Their work to navigate permits with multiple government agencies kept the project on track and on budget. . It's drawn a lot of neighborhood attention. One of the goals was to make this large shop fit into the neighborhood. Job well done."
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Response time4 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Logan Griffes Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"For Concrete of any need -they should be your first Call/Text/Email For New Build - Call/Text/Email For Remodel - Call/Text/Email For Roofing and Gutters - Call/Text/Email For Pole Barns - Call/Text/Email Griffes Construction Inc. of Big Rapids does it all. They did Roofing and Gutters for us as well. We checked out references, and all of their expectations were exceeded. True Craftsmanship by the entire team."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Rob Seth Construction
4.1(
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Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

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"Rob removed a (large) gas fireplace (including piping and fake chimney structure) in our living room and put in a sliding glass door. He also built a 16X16 deck off the door. He is dependable and did an excellent job. The door and deck look like they were always there. Rob has done work for us before and we highly recommend him to anyone looking for quality work."
custom garage
custom garage
custom garage
lake house
lake house

+51

Recommended by95%of homeowners
Acker Building Company
5.0(
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Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Installed a brand new bathroom on the second floor of our home. They did everything from start to finish, as we had no bathroom on the second level- ran all new plumbing, installed tiled shower with glass door, new toilet, vanity, drywall, flooring etc! Sam suggested we use some of the dead space for shelving. He cut and installed those as well. Great service, pricing, and product- we love it!"
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ROOFS & MORE
4.4(
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Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were so pleased with the professionalism, the quality craftsmanship & the end results of the deck. Beautiful addition to our home. This company is flexible, works well with the homeowners. Thanks Jake & Crew"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
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Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Loay Jabbar provided the information I needed quickly and clearly. I immediately signed up for full coverages for our two homes because of the discounts offered and because of the quality of service that Loay is saying and promising Choice Home Warranty provides to its customers. I have bad experiences with other home warranty companies so I am hoping I found the best company that would deliver the best service."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
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Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"service provider sent by American Home Shield was excellent. The only issue I have with home warranty services is that they do not send their repair companies out on the week-end, even in an emergency. The customer service personnel is less than enthusiastic or helpful."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Allen Home Construction, LLC
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Serving Dowling, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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"Our company has utilized the services of Allen Home Construction in several customer and internal construction projects. As a company that specializes in residential and commercial waterfront equipment, we at various times find ourselves faced with property projects outside of our area of expertise. Allen Home Construction has been a great "go to" construction pro with broad knowledge in several home/building construction applications. Specifically, our company has hired Allen Home Construction for various new construction projects ranging from custom deck and dock systems, to interior/exterior residential and commercial building refacing and updating. The quality of work and broad range of professional experience which is obvious when dealing with them, is hard to come by. Their work is detailed and efficient while providing much comfort that the task is properly throughout the entire process.They provide great input regarding suggested designs and material choices. We have found with every project that they have hired them for is done with very little material and labor waste, translating into a very competitive project costs. Thank you Allen Home Construction!"
Front of house
Front door with coat closet
Kitchen to Dining room entrance
Kitchen
Kitchen

+135

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

In most cases, you should get an architect before you hire a builder. An architect will be the one to draw up formal plans for your project, including guidelines and even material lists for your builder to follow during construction. Many architects can even help you find builders, choose one for your project, and negotiate prices. Some are also willing to act as project managers throughout the process, working closely with a builder from start to finish.

A custom home is one that you design from the ground up, allowing you to customize everything from the square footage to the interior layout to all of the materials used. A spec home is one that a builder has designed and gotten approvals for. Spec homes may give you some limited options for the layout and materials, but most of the build is pre-set. Custom homes cost more and take longer to build.

Building a new home can be more expensive than buying an existing one, depending on the housing market in your area. Many homeowners still find that building a new house is worth the investment as they can choose the exact layout they want, as well as to choose their own floors, wall coverings, appliances, and finishes. If you live close enough to the build site, you can also stop by to check on the builder’s progress, which can provide some peace of mind that the project is worth it.

How long it takes to build a log cabin depends on a variety of factors, including its size and design, and whether or not you have to clear the land. Construction can take a few weeks for a prefab log cabin on an established site, but up to eight or nine months for a custom cabin on undeveloped land. In comparison, the timeline to build a house is typically four to 12 months.

Modular homes can be a great investment, especially for those who find the prices of stick-built real estate too high. Modular homes are usually much more affordable because they’re mass-manufactured and then assembled on-site or delivered mostly assembled. If they’re installed properly and by professionals, they can last for between 50 and 100 years, potentially making them an outstanding investment.

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