"We had Garden Structures & More add onto the beautiful privacy fence they had previously built for us, and we couldn't be happier with the final result. Our new and improved fence is even better than we had envisioned due to owner/designer/craftsman Hal's excellent ideas. All work was completed in a timely and professional manner. We truly enjoyed working with Hal and wouldn't hesitate to have him do our next home project. "
"I own a condo about 90 minutes from my home and wasn't able to come up in person to deal with a deck in need of repair. Curt and his team were open to handling this by phone and email and did an excellent job explaining what we needed to do, quoted a competitive rate, and took care of the job quickly and professionally. I received word from other tenants in the condo building that the Heartland team was super professional and they were wowed by our awesome new deck. When I went up to see it and pay for the finished job, I was floored by how fantastic it looked. They even took care of a drainage system so the lady downstairs can use her patio without water pouring down when it rains. The deck looks wonderful, feels so stable and secure, and I'm incredibly pleased. If only they were also available for deck work where I live in Rochester! They're highly recommended. Awesome awesome experience."
"Allen was punctual and very detailed in what he could or could not do and what problems might be uncovered as he went along. His quote was very detailed and well laid out. He regrouted the full bath and it looks wonderful. While tearing out the grout in the 3/4 bath shower he found a problem with the drain pan which would need to be replaced and had to leave the job as is as this is not something he does. He was very neat as well, laying out rugs all the way to the bathrooms so as not to get the carpets dirty. There was no mess left behind, he even left old tiles in a neat pile in the garage."
Painting & Remodeling. Interior and exterior painting for commercial and residential properties. (existing and new constitutions ). Walls and ceilings repairs . We also offer a wide variety of other services like wall paper and popcorn removal. We specialize also in enameling, staining , power washing and deck maintenance .
"Really can't say enough good things about my experience with Cady Handyman Services. After reading about them on Angie's List, I contacted the company via email and received a quick reply. Tom came out to give me a quote on the job and was professional and thorough, while also being friendly and helpful. He took pictures and was nice enough to do a little patching even before they got the job. Jim the owner was extremely helpful as he worked along with my insurance company behind the scenes.
After all systems were go for the job, the work was scheduled within a couple of days. Tom came out with a young helper, Danny, and I felt comfortable around both of them. The materials they used were high quality, and they were willing to spend the time necessary to do the job right. They completed the work for the price they quoted, even though it took longer than expected because of some problems with the way my original door had been installed. They were more than willing to help with a couple of little odds and ends I needed. Afterwards, they cleaned up thoroughly and put everything together much better than it was before.
I have already recommended Cady to my friends, several of whom are single ladies who need help with a variety of jobs around the house. I plan to have them build some shelving in my garage and in a closet.
I see them as trustworthy, reliable, and conscientious. They take pride in their work and are fun to be around."
"In 2015, Greene installed an egress window. I was very happy with their work and their company. In 2016, I got their bid to install new storm windows on my house. They also measured and gave me a bid to put new siding on my garage, even though I had only mentioned this in passing and I told them I was not ready to have that done for another year or two. After waiting several months, into the cold weather, without hearing anything about my storm windows, I inquired and got a short, curt email back saying the company was over booked and under staffed and they would not be able to install my storm windows, and that I should get a handyman. Needless to say, I am having to go through another window with my old, non-functioning storm windows."
"The siding quote was the lowest of three that had been obtained despite the fact that the materials quoted probably were the best of those in the three quotes. I enjoyed working with the sales person and with the crew. The entire installation process took about 1.5 weeks. All work was performed as scheduled, e.g. the dumpster arrived as scheduled and was removed as scheduled. Appropriate clean-up work was done at the end of each day. The crew was allowed to store many of their tools in the garage and allowed to use the home bathroom (they put down drop cloths to prevent tracking). Work was done with precision and pride. Unusual situations discovered such as the need for foam sealing of a gap between the house wall and foundation exterior was done at no extra charge. I am an "expert" do-it-yourself person, and their work met my high standards. After completion of the installation, the building inspector asked me who had done the work. I asked why he had asked. He said the siding installation was one of the best that he has seen. "
"3 weeks from start to finish. Demolished old garage. We were unable to get a permit from the city for this project so Five Star negotiated back and forth for us and finally got a yes for the project to go forward. We had given up. This company has also gone the exta mile talking with concerned neighbors and even bringing in top grade black dirt for us to make a garden where the old garage used to sit. This was our 8th project with this company and would use them again. We've passed their name on to friends and neighbors who also have used them. They're great. Humerous too."
Adding an extension or addition to your home costs more than a loft conversion in all but the rarest cases where the home's structural integrity is lacking. Because a home addition requires a new foundation section or significant structural upgrades to handle a cantilevered portion, the cost compared to almost any loft conversion is significantly greater for the same square footage.
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.
Rather than using a common two-by-four piece of wood for a rafter, you probably will use two-by-six, two-by-eight, two-by-ten, or even two-by-twelve boards. Wider lumber is typically a better choice in a larger building as it provides more sturdiness. Some installers may use wider lumber for rafters near the edges of the roof, where the greatest stress occurs, and save money with narrower lumber toward the middle.
While a romantic getaway in a vacation treehouse may sound appealing, building one to live in year-round comes with more challenges. However, a growing number of people are adopting this small-scale living approach to appreciate an off-the-grid, private lifestyle. It allows you to feel closer to nature in a sustainable, customizable, minimalist, and eco-friendly way.
Any type of construction that damages a tree’s roots via soil compaction can be dangerous, and is one of the primary causes of mature tree death in residential areas. Simply putting lots of weight on the ground around the tree, like construction supplies, trailers, and equipment, can kill roots near the surface. Of course, installing new foundations, patios, or utility lines can cut through nearby tree roots. Accidentally striking a tree with equipment or supplies is rarely a problem, but can cause damage of its own, too.
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