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JLM HOME SOLUTIONS
4.4(
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Ionia, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JLM's work was high quality and performed efficiently. I'm adamant about neatness, and this team exceeded my expectations. The bathrooms--two were done--look beautiful and function reliably."
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Response time4 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pett Construction LLC
5.0(
8
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Garage - Build

Serving Ionia, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Recently had a pole barn built. Excellent company. Kept in touch with us thru the whole project. Answered any questions without hesitation. Did a very nice job of cleaning up after each day. Highly recommend Pett Construction. They did a great job on the pole barn very happy with the results."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RagStar Contractors
4.6(
20
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Ionia, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was absolutely wonderful he did his best to match my siding and was very professional and friendly I would definitely hire John again to come out and work on my home."
Landscaping Project
Trim interior doors
Garage drywall
Pressure wash house
Replace/repair subfloor and tile

+35

Response time2 days
Response rate99%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Home Transformations LLC
4.9(
8
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Ionia, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Jesse was very professional and came out to give us an estimate quickly. His craftsmanship and attention to detail is great. He is quickly and I am impressed with his work on our home. He has knocked down walls and installed drywall. He is also doing painting and flooring. I would recommend him for any household job you may need."
Response time2 days
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Telly's Handyman Service
5.0(
5
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Ionia, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

General services, to help maintain your home for you and to take care of your rental properties for you. I am the owner and operator. I am here to help you. I cover a very wide range of repairs and new installation, outside and inside. To all landlords and property managers out there. I will get your homes ready for the next renter and maintain them for you. Give me a call or email me. 6162557754 or [email protected]

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Find a Custom Home BuilderShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Ionia, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Preston of G-1 Plumbing performed the services and addressed the toilet & drain problem. He was unable to stop leak(made it worse) & submitted his recs to Choice Home for review. I was unable to understand Choice Home's response regarding the faucet leak. Their review stated faucet needed to be replaced BUT it was under "builder's warranty." I built this home in 2005. There is no "builder's warranty" now. I cancelled the proposed work order & paid out-of-pocket. A Friend, who was familiar with my builder and knows faucet components, came to my home, adjusted/cleaned the faucet cartridge and stopped the leak. The CHW tech, Preston, is conscientiuos, however, IMHO lacked the knowledge & experience to stop my leak. Home Warranty Companies, at least in my area, hire owner/operators who need the work to build their business and are NOT the most experienced/knowledgeable & are willing to work for less money. In my experience, Home Warranty Companies want the CHEAPEST resolution, not the BEST. I would recommend G-1 Plumbing for most plumbing issues."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

Depending on your needs, you may find a storebought pole barn is a much less expensive option than a custom-built one. You can find pole barn kits from big box retailers starting at $11,000, but you will be limited when it comes to size and add-on features. As long as you have the necessary skills, you can save on labor costs by doing it yourself; but there are a lot of different skill sets you would need, and mistakes during the building process can lead to excessive repair bills later.

Average barndominiums last between 50 and 150 years depending on the materials they are made from, how well they are maintained, and the environment they are built in. Barndominiums are very durable and have a much longer lifespan than traditional wood homes. With proper care and maintenance, well-built barndominium homes can last generations. 

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.

In the U.S., original and converted carriage houses are most often found in New England, New York, and other parts of the Northeast. New construction carriage houses can be found across the country, and are often added to properties with Colonial-style homes for additional living, storage, or work space, although they can be found in many different styles.

If you’re building a pole barn in place of a traditional home, lenders usually don’t offer traditional mortgages for these structures. You can also expect higher insulation costs and building permits may not be allowed in your area. Even if you’re just using a pole barn as storage or as a shelter for animals, these structures are less durable than steel buildings and require more maintenance.

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