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Diamondwood Inc
5.0(
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Serving Manistee, MI and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

"Dave/Diamondwood took over a major remodel project (essentially a new home) from another contractor. We are in our house today thanks to Dave and his team. Dave was very communicative along the way and we worked together well on the scheduling of each phase along with what owner supplied items were needed for the next step. Dave takes a lot of pride in his work and we are grateful for the effort he showed us in building our home. We would work with him again."
Perch Lake  Major Remodel & Addition 2021
Bathroom Remodel
Bowers Harbor Stone Farmhouse Remodel
Interior Woodwork
Lake LeeLanau 2021-2022

+917

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Logan Griffes Construction LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Manistee, 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

+52

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North West Home Solutions LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Manistee, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently had the pleasure of working with North West Home Solutions, and I couldn’t be more impressed with their work in restoring our basement. From the very beginning, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly attentive to detail. They took the time to listen to our needs and concerns, offering expert advice on the best way to approach the restoration. The project was completed on time, and the crew made sure to keep everything clean and organized throughout the process. What really stood out was their commitment to ensuring everything was done right, and they didn’t cut corners."
Remodeling - General Project
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Serving Manistee, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"The technician did an excellent job. It did take a while to get the repair finished, but that was due to Bertazzoni delivering the parts. I have had multiple problems with this particular appliance. My range now works better than it did when new, but I have a feeling that even if I have continuing problems with it, American Home Shield will just repair rather than replace due to the cost of the range. By the way, I'm not exactly sure of the date of the repair."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Andrew Edmondson
3.7(
33
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Serving Manistee, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend hiring Andrew Edmondson for all your roofing and construction needs. His company was able to complete my roofing job in a timely manner. I found Mr. Edmondson to be highly experienced and very knowledgeable in many areas of home improvement and construction needs. He is very dependable and reliable with his work. I would highly recommend him to friends and family."
Response time2 days
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Destination Home Builders
3.7(
3
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Serving Manistee, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Destination Home Builders, where your vision for the perfect outdoor and indoor space is our blueprint for success. Over 30 years experience. Based in the heart of Michigan’s most scenic locales, Kewadin and Traverse City, our company is dedicated to crafting environments that reflect the beauty and serenity of the surrounding nature.\n\nLandscaping & Irrigation: Our landscaping experts design with a purpose, creating lush, vibrant gardens that thrive in Michigan’s unique climate. Paired with state-of-the-art irrigation systems, we ensure that your green spaces remain effervescent and sustainable throughout the seasons.\n\nHardscaping Mastery: From serene patios to retaining walls, our hardscaping services are tailored to enhance the natural charm of your property. We use the finest materials to construct elements that are not only beautiful but also stand the test of time.\n\nSeawall Engineering: Protect your lakeside property with our robust seawall construction services. We blend engineering expertise with aesthetic precision to create seawalls that preserve your shoreline while enhancing the waterfront view.\n\nRemodeling & Custom Home Building: Our talents extend indoors with comprehensive remodeling services that transform existing spaces into modern marvels. For those dreaming of a custom-built home, our team of architects and builders work in harmony to bring your bespoke residence from blueprint to reality.\n\nAt Destination Home Builders, we’re more than just a service provider; we’re artisans of the outdoor and indoor living experience. Partner with us to make your dream property in Kewadin and Traverse City a living masterpiece.

South Boardman Post Office
South Boardman Post Office
South Boardman Post Office
South Boardman Post Office
South Boardman Post Office

+17

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Home Building questions, answered by experts

After completing a home building project, close all open permits and obtain your final occupancy certificate. Prepare for Manistee winters by inspecting weatherproofing around windows, doors, and foundations. Check your roofing and gutters to prevent ice dams. Schedule a one-year walkthrough with your contractor to catch any settling issues caused by the local sandy soils and deep frost lines.

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Professionals handle life safety systems like structural integrity and fire separation first. During home building, contractors prioritize roofing and exterior weatherproofing to seal the structure before Manistee winter weather arrives. Foundation drainage is addressed early to manage severe freeze-thaw cycles in the sandy soil. Workers sequence all tasks around mandatory inspection points, ensuring rough framing and mechanicals pass before enclosing walls.

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Keep your final approved building permit, inspection sign-off sheets, and occupancy certificate in a safe place. If your home building project involves a well or septic system in MI, retain the construction reports and as-built drawings. Save all structural, electrical, and plumbing diagrams to simplify future renovations. Finally, keep warranties for materials like roofing and insulation, which endure heavy climate demands.

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Verify zoning compliance and setback requirements early, especially near shoreline districts. Check for floodplain status and state environmental permit requirements if building near water. Schedule foundation work for your home building project between late spring and early fall to avoid deep MI frost lines. Submit complete plans to the building department and coordinate utility connections early to prevent timeline delays.

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Structural changes during home building often impact load paths and foundation requirements due to Manistee soils. Adding insulation alters moisture dynamics, requiring careful ventilation management in this high-humidity lake climate. Disturbing basement areas compromises existing radon mitigation setups. If the local building department requires separate electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits, multiple systems are involved and require independent, thorough inspections.

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