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Avatar for Willis Concrete LLC
Willis Concrete LLC
5.0(
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Ottertail, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

At Willis Concrete, LLC, we believe every successful concrete project starts with proper preparation. We handle excavation, grading, and site preparation before every pour to create a strong foundation that helps your concrete perform for years to come. \n\nWhether you're installing a new driveway, replacing a sidewalk, or building a backyard patio, our team manages every step of the project with precision and attention to detail. You work with one contractor from the first estimate through the final cleanup.

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Garden Structures & More
4.6(
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Ottertail, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Let me say, there are fencing companies, and then, there is Garden Structures & More.  You really cannot even begin to compare the two.  Hal is a top-notch craftsman from start to finish.  This was not a typical fencing job, where sections are brought in, posts are set into the ground and the sections attached to the posts.  This was an entirely different experience.  The fence was built on site, board by board.  The vertical boards in the lattice actually go all the way down to the bottom of the fence. Of course, doing it that way requires a bit of a mathematical genius, when you are dealing with different width boards in between the lattice boards-- especially when you get into the corners where sections need to be a different width from the standard size. I also realized how much care was taken in dealing with the slight level differences in my yard. Hal was careful to make adjustments when possible, so that the top line of the fence remained level, even though the ground did not.  It is sturdier than any fence I've ever seen, and the attention to detail is wonderful.  Every side of each board is routered to give it a softer edge.  The posts don't need a cap.  The tops are routered the same as the rest of the fence, and they look simple and clean, a lovely complement to the clean lines of the fence as a whole.  The double gate with arbor is really beautiful.  I'm not a fan of black hardware, and Hal supplied some beautiful stainless that looks so much nicer.  Hal started right on schedule, and ended exactly when he said he would.  And, he is very thoughtful.  Not only did he build me a beautiful fence, but he put up a bird feeder that I hadn't gotten around to doing myself, and even brought my garbage cans into the garage on garbage day!  In the days since the fence was completed, I have received many compliments on the fence and arbors from people walking by.  And, they have also commented on what a nice crew installed my fence-- that it seemed like a great group of guys.  I would use Garden Structures and More again, in a heartbeat.  It was a great experience!
  
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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I Have a Guy LLC
4.4(
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Garage - Build

Serving Ottertail, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Roger will work with the homeowner to complete a project on time and up to the owners expectations. Although we completed the project ourself this time, I will call on him again in the future."
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J. V. Tree & Landscaping
5.0(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Ottertail, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

"J.V. came to our home within a couple days after our inquiry. They gave us a thorough consultation regarding healthy trees on our property and those at risk of falling on our home or property, very personable."
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RockSolid Construction & Snow Removal, LLC
3.9(
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Ottertail, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

Pole barns and carports are similar in that they rely on posts for support and are often not connected to a primary structure. The main difference between the two is that pole barns usually include walls that surround the entire perimeter of the structure, while carports generally remain open on three or four sides. It’s possible to insulate garage doors and even exterior walls on pole barns to create a comfortable workspace, and it’s a bit more secure for storage purposes. However, carports are more affordable.

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.

A steel frame costs 10% to 20% more than a wood frame. Wood is a much easier material to work with, more accessible, and generally more affordable than steel—plus, you need specialized tools to work with steel.

Skid foundations, deck block foundations, and concrete block foundations are the most affordable shed foundation options. Of these, we recommend deck blocks. Deck blocks are easy to install and level, and they raise your shed up off the ground to prevent rotting from exposure to water and moisture. Keep in mind that deck blocks won’t resist soil movement or frost heave, so they’re not ideal in areas with expansive soil or a deep frost line.

Technically, most states allow tiny homes, but it depends on the definition of tiny and whether the structure is permanent. Zoning laws regarding home size and construction are significant factors. For instance, a tiny home may be legal as a recreational vehicle in most areas, but you may only install it on a property if it complies with building and zoning codes.

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