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Nick Holker Construction
4.8(
52
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Saint Michael, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nick replaced our old wooden deck with a screen porch and it turned out perfect. He used quality materials and was super easy to work with. I'm confident he could build any deck/screen porch you can imagine. The best part is he charges quite a bit less than other companies!"
Cedar deck with screened gazebo
 cedar fence with lattice top
Dakota Junction Restaurant
Azek mahogany and aluminum railing
Azek

+53

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Landson Construction
4.8(
37
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Garage - Build

Serving Saint Michael, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Customer service is top notch, and also very knowledgeable. They also have solutions for every budget, and will treat your home like it's their own. 10/10. Would recommend."
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells
Concrete Driveways Project
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells
Concrete Driveways Project
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells

+14

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Blue Sky Contractors LLC
5.0(
14
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Saint Michael, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I will definitely recommend Tyler. Being this was his first complete pole barn build, it turned out excellent. 36' x 63' x 14' high. I had set the poles previously and discovered that my math is not as good as it used to be. I helped some but we had to reset the posts, and everything was down to 1/16". It really made a difference when it came time to build the barn. Very trustworthy and always came out when he said he would. Top tier carpenter you won't regret!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Art Quality Renovations Corp.
4.4(
68
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Garage - Build

Serving Saint Michael, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very responsive, communicated well, when the job revealed larger issues they were willing to work on them right away and did so at reasonable price. Did good work and made sure it was cleaned up when they left."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Stafford Construction LLC
4.6(
18
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Garage - Build

Serving Saint Michael, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Offers commercial services

Customers say: True professional

"Mike was great to work with and was always very responsive whenever any questions came up. Would definitely recommend for anyone needing a garage constructed in Minneapolis!"
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Past garage projects
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Past garage projects
Past garage projects

+22

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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H&H Remodeling LLC
4.4(
7
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Saint Michael, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"Holt did such an amazing job with installation of our windows. He was clean, organized, and truly made our home feel brand new! We will definitely be using again for other household needs."
Handymen Project
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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CJC Construction
4.1(
17
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Garage - Build

Serving Saint Michael, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Colton was easy to work with and our project was done quickly. We are very happy with our new deck railings. We appreciated all of the follow up and look forward to working with Colton and company on future projects."
Deck Project 14'x20'
Deck Project 14'x20'
Deck Project 14'x20'
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+9

Response time4 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

The difference between a pole barn and a stick-built barn is in the construction. Large poles in the ground provide support for pole barns. For stick-built barns, 2-by-4 or 2-by-6 lumber (known as sticks) create a frame around load-bearing beams. Stick-built construction is far more popular for residential homes. Pole barns are more cost-effective because they require fewer materials and less labor.

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.

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.

The lifespan of a barn is typically 40 to 60 years, but with skillful construction and proper maintenance, it can last up to 100 years. The actual lifespan depends on several factors, including the barn type, materials, usage, and climate. For example, the posts of a pole barn should last 50 years or longer, but if the structure is used for livestock in a rainy climate, it may rot within the first decade. Custom designs with high-end materials tend to last the longest. To get the best estimate for your barn's lifespan, you should consider its material type and intended use.

The most significant expense when building a barndominium is constructing the metal shell, which includes the roof, doors, and windows. Additional exterior components impacting the overall cost include metal siding and the concrete foundation.

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