Q: What projects require a building permit?

• <div><p>The requirement for building permits varies by location, but most building departments will require permits for any changes to the structural components of a home. They&rsquo;ll also require them for changes to the plumbing, electrical, and HVAC components, as well as any permanent improvements to the land, including concrete patios or foundations for additions or outbuildings. You also might need <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/do-you-need-a-permit-to-replace-a-roof.htm">permits for things like roof replacement</a> and window replacement, depending on your local government.</p></div>

Q: How do different aspects of a garage influence installation expenses?

• <div><p>Costs depend on the size of the garage, material quality, and additional features like lighting or workbenches.</p></div>

Q: How much does a garage bump out cost?

• <div><p>A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/garage-bump-out-addition.htm">garage bump-out</a> is a small addition that extends the size of the garage, usually by just a few feet. Homeowners might install bump-outs to store lawn equipment, sporting gear, holiday decorations, and more. Because you&rsquo;re not changing the existing garage structure as much, a bump-out isn&rsquo;t as expensive or labor intensive as a full-blown garage extension. Expect to pay around $1,800&ndash;$6,000 for 2-by-10-foot bump-out (and more for larger additions).</p><p> </p></div>

Q: Is it more affordable to build or buy a home?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s almost always more affordable to buy an existing home, especially if the alternative is building a custom home. With that being said, new construction is worth more than a similarly-sized pre-owned home with equivalent finishes. You&rsquo;re more likely to see a healthy ROI if you have a home built and then quickly turn around and sell it.</p></div>

Q: How do I find someone to build a garage?

• <div><p>Hiring the right professional to build your garage can be easy if you know where to look. Feel free to ask neighbors or friends for recommendations. If that doesn&rsquo;t work, platforms like Angi can help you connect with trusted professionals in your area. You can read reviews, compare quotes, and view past projects. Research and interviewing multiple pros goes a long way in making sure you get the garage you want. </p></div>

Northern Valley Construction Inc

Northern Valley Construction Inc

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

34 years of experience

Northern Valley Construction Inc has been proudly serving the greater Renovations community for many years. We Specialize in Kitchens & Bathrooms Our first priority has always been the satisfaction of our customers, and we take great pride in both the quality of our work and the quality of the customer service we extend to each and every one of our clients, regardless of the size of their project. When trusting Northern Valley Construction Inc with your home remodeling project, you are trusting a crew of dedicated and talented home remodeling experts to take you through every single step of the process, and to keep you up to date on developments. We always treat your project – and your home – with the utmost level of care and respect. We strive to ensure that every last detail of your work order is performed with the same level of quality we would apply to our own home. Our work over the years has proven to yield exceptionally high return on investment, making your home not only the haven you envisioned but also more valuable. What is more, we provide extremely affordable home remodeling services, making it possible for you to see your vision come to life without breaking the bank. Northern Valley Construction Inc has remodeled countless Renovations kitchens, bathrooms, basements, decks and patios. Our qualified home remodeling technicians also have years of experience designing and building home additions and pop-tops (commonly known as roof expansions). We understand that home remodeling can be expensive, even though it pays for itself over time. This is why we are happy to offer free estimates on any project, as well as a variety of financing plans to help you afford your home remodeling project without compromising your daily way of life. We also have a wide selection of materials to suit most any budget. Whatever your home remodeling needs, we are happy to listen to your vision and help you create the environment that you dream of. If you own a home in the greater Renovations area, contact us today and make all your home remodeling dreams come true! For more information about our company, please contact us by phone or by email.

"Everything went extremely well. Jack and Jake do such beautiful work, right down to the last detail. We had living room and bedroom walls and ceilings retextured and painted. They are so neat and professional. Also got all new woodwork and doors,in 3 rooms. Everything stained so professionally. Also completely gutted out 3 closets and they turned out exactly how I wanted. Had 4 ceiling lights installed and some new electrical outlets. You cannot go wrong with hiring them. I would not hire anyone else for a construction project. They do the most beautiful work for a very fair price. They do everything exactly how you want it done!"

Shirley H on June 2024

Northern Valley Construction Inc has been proudly serving the greater Renovations community for many years. We Specialize in Kitchens & Bathrooms Our first priority has always been the satisfaction of our customers, and we take great pride in both the quality of our work and the quality of the customer service we extend to each and every one of our clients, regardless of the size of their project. When trusting Northern Valley Construction Inc with your home remodeling project, you are trusting a crew of dedicated and talented home remodeling experts to take you through every single step of the process, and to keep you up to date on developments. We always treat your project – and your home – with the utmost level of care and respect. We strive to ensure that every last detail of your work order is performed with the same level of quality we would apply to our own home. Our work over the years has proven to yield exceptionally high return on investment, making your home not only the haven you envisioned but also more valuable. What is more, we provide extremely affordable home remodeling services, making it possible for you to see your vision come to life without breaking the bank. Northern Valley Construction Inc has remodeled countless Renovations kitchens, bathrooms, basements, decks and patios. Our qualified home remodeling technicians also have years of experience designing and building home additions and pop-tops (commonly known as roof expansions). We understand that home remodeling can be expensive, even though it pays for itself over time. This is why we are happy to offer free estimates on any project, as well as a variety of financing plans to help you afford your home remodeling project without compromising your daily way of life. We also have a wide selection of materials to suit most any budget. Whatever your home remodeling needs, we are happy to listen to your vision and help you create the environment that you dream of. If you own a home in the greater Renovations area, contact us today and make all your home remodeling dreams come true! For more information about our company, please contact us by phone or by email.

"Everything went extremely well. Jack and Jake do such beautiful work, right down to the last detail. We had living room and bedroom walls and ceilings retextured and painted. They are so neat and professional. Also got all new woodwork and doors,in 3 rooms. Everything stained so professionally. Also completely gutted out 3 closets and they turned out exactly how I wanted. Had 4 ceiling lights installed and some new electrical outlets. You cannot go wrong with hiring them. I would not hire anyone else for a construction project. They do the most beautiful work for a very fair price. They do everything exactly how you want it done!"

Shirley H on June 2024

I Have a Guy LLC

I Have a Guy LLC

Customers say: Quick response

7 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

With over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of remodeling projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give I Have a Guy LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"I had I have a guy construction build me a new garage they did a fantastic job in a timely matter at a fair price I couldn't be happier with the job they performed I would highly recommend them to anybody very honest very straightforward and we'll work with you when things come up best experience ever if I have another project I definitely will be having them do it"

Dan Z on June 2025

With over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of remodeling projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give I Have a Guy LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"I had I have a guy construction build me a new garage they did a fantastic job in a timely matter at a fair price I couldn't be happier with the job they performed I would highly recommend them to anybody very honest very straightforward and we'll work with you when things come up best experience ever if I have another project I definitely will be having them do it"

Dan Z on June 2025

KZ Builder Bros, LLC

KZ Builder Bros, LLC

2 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"KZ Builder Brothers did and excellent job! Helping me with design, choice of materials and understanding. He was able to fit my smaller job into their heavy schedule . The project is excellent!"

Christine G on June 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"KZ Builder Brothers did and excellent job! Helping me with design, choice of materials and understanding. He was able to fit my smaller job into their heavy schedule . The project is excellent!"

Christine G on June 2025

M & J Construction of Moorhead Inc

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M & J Construction of Moorhead Inc

4.99(

78

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 98% of Angi customers

M & J Construction was founded in 1966. With over 40 years specializing in roofing, siding and remodeling M & J Construction of Moorhead, Inc. has seen many changes to it's industry. One thing that has remained constant is their commitment to their customers. They also install windows, doors and skylights, metal wraps around windows and doors, fascia & soffit. In the fall and winter months they provide roof maintenance, roof snow removal, ice dam melting and gutter cleaning. They are licensed and insured in both Minnesota and North Dakota. Currently they are members of National Association of Home Builders, Home Builders of Fargo-Moorhead, North Dakota Association of Builders and the owner has earned the (CGR) Certified Graduate Remodeler designation in 2013, (CAPS) Certified Aging in Place Specialist in 2014, (CGP) Certified Green Professional in 2015, (CGB) Certified Graduate Builder in 2015, certified as an "Elite" roofing company with CertainTeed as a SELECT ShingleMaster which is the highest designation of roofers. In 2011 M & J earned an Honorable Mention with the 2nd Annual Quality Asphalt Roofing Case Study Awards Program sponsored by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) There was some tough competition nationwide from a Federal bldg. to a Comfort Suites. In 2012 CertainTeed sent out a professional architectural photographer to photograph a roof they did using CertainTeed's Presidential TL shingles for their marketing and website. Look for them on CertainTeed's website. In 2013 they received an award from CertainTeed Corporation for Remoderler Project of the Quarter on a single family home they remodeled using Cedar Impressions Shake siding, Landmark Limited Lifetime AR shingles and added an addition onto their garage. The employees of M & J Construction completed the OSHA Safety Training which they now are First Aid and Safety certified. M & J stays on top of the changes and learns new ideas from attending the International Builder's Show and International Roofing Expo yearly so that they are able to pass these changes on to their customers. mjconstructionfm.com.

"The made sure my vents were clear as requested."

Amanda R on January 2020

M & J Construction was founded in 1966. With over 40 years specializing in roofing, siding and remodeling M & J Construction of Moorhead, Inc. has seen many changes to it's industry. One thing that has remained constant is their commitment to their customers. They also install windows, doors and skylights, metal wraps around windows and doors, fascia & soffit. In the fall and winter months they provide roof maintenance, roof snow removal, ice dam melting and gutter cleaning. They are licensed and insured in both Minnesota and North Dakota. Currently they are members of National Association of Home Builders, Home Builders of Fargo-Moorhead, North Dakota Association of Builders and the owner has earned the (CGR) Certified Graduate Remodeler designation in 2013, (CAPS) Certified Aging in Place Specialist in 2014, (CGP) Certified Green Professional in 2015, (CGB) Certified Graduate Builder in 2015, certified as an "Elite" roofing company with CertainTeed as a SELECT ShingleMaster which is the highest designation of roofers. In 2011 M & J earned an Honorable Mention with the 2nd Annual Quality Asphalt Roofing Case Study Awards Program sponsored by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) There was some tough competition nationwide from a Federal bldg. to a Comfort Suites. In 2012 CertainTeed sent out a professional architectural photographer to photograph a roof they did using CertainTeed's Presidential TL shingles for their marketing and website. Look for them on CertainTeed's website. In 2013 they received an award from CertainTeed Corporation for Remoderler Project of the Quarter on a single family home they remodeled using Cedar Impressions Shake siding, Landmark Limited Lifetime AR shingles and added an addition onto their garage. The employees of M & J Construction completed the OSHA Safety Training which they now are First Aid and Safety certified. M & J stays on top of the changes and learns new ideas from attending the International Builder's Show and International Roofing Expo yearly so that they are able to pass these changes on to their customers. mjconstructionfm.com.

"The made sure my vents were clear as requested."

Amanda R on January 2020

Nordick Construction Inc

5.00(

6

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Nordick Construction Inc

5.00(

6

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Customers say: Quick response

22 years of experience

Interior remodeling and rennovation, exterior and interior painting, tape, mud, texture, painting, tile, laminate, etc.

"Andy performed quality work, was dependable, picked up his tools and debris prior to leaving for the day, and ensured that our expectations were met. He enlisted extra help in order to complete the job in a timely manner. Andy effectively communicated with us prior to beginning the job, as well as, throughout the process. We intend to continue hiring him for future projects."

Jerry L on March 2018

Interior remodeling and rennovation, exterior and interior painting, tape, mud, texture, painting, tile, laminate, etc.

"Andy performed quality work, was dependable, picked up his tools and debris prior to leaving for the day, and ensured that our expectations were met. He enlisted extra help in order to complete the job in a timely manner. Andy effectively communicated with us prior to beginning the job, as well as, throughout the process. We intend to continue hiring him for future projects."

Jerry L on March 2018

J & J Repairs & Roofing LLC

4.33(

33

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J & J Repairs & Roofing LLC

4.33(

33

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Customers say: Quality work

55 years of experience

7-10 Employees and a family run business. Roofing and repairs.

Jay Ray Home Improvement

4.81(

21

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Jay Ray Home Improvement

4.81(

21

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

I am a sole proprietor home remodeler which means I do all the work myself. This is how I can guarantee a quality job every time. On a side note: I do chainsaw carvings as a hobby. Check out my website! (jayraycarves.com)

"Jay is a great person; he cleaned as we worked, and I never felt like I was living in a construction site. He worked quickly and did quality work."

Michelle H on August 2020

I am a sole proprietor home remodeler which means I do all the work myself. This is how I can guarantee a quality job every time. On a side note: I do chainsaw carvings as a hobby. Check out my website! (jayraycarves.com)

"Jay is a great person; he cleaned as we worked, and I never felt like I was living in a construction site. He worked quickly and did quality work."

Michelle H on August 2020

HANDY GUY SERVICES

4.02(

52

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HANDY GUY SERVICES

4.02(

52

)

Customers say: Terrific value

31 years of experience

ALL AROUND HOME REPAIR

"Good for small jobs (replacing faucet), but apparently not for larger jobs. Contractors obviously were not skilled at what they were doing and caused more long-term damage. Also cheap materials were used despite request to use quality materials. Looked terrible in short time. Very displeased. Will not use again."

Christina L on June 2018

ALL AROUND HOME REPAIR

"Good for small jobs (replacing faucet), but apparently not for larger jobs. Contractors obviously were not skilled at what they were doing and caused more long-term damage. Also cheap materials were used despite request to use quality materials. Looked terrible in short time. Very displeased. Will not use again."

Christina L on June 2018

EHM

4.50(

16

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EHM

4.50(

16

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Customers say: Quality work

72 years of experience

EHM is a structural moving and elevating company that also specializes in foundation repair and replacement. We have been working in the Midwest since the Great Floods of 1993. We specialize in severely comprised foundation issues. We can elevate, level, pier or replace a wall or your entire foundation. We do not do mudjacking, waterproofing or minor crack repair.

"I did not get the service that we originally talked about I am very unhappy"

Donna S on August 2021

EHM is a structural moving and elevating company that also specializes in foundation repair and replacement. We have been working in the Midwest since the Great Floods of 1993. We specialize in severely comprised foundation issues. We can elevate, level, pier or replace a wall or your entire foundation. We do not do mudjacking, waterproofing or minor crack repair.