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West Lake Handyman
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Laurie, MO and surrounding areas

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Offers commercial services

"At 1st in need of arms&legs labor being homebound, powerchaired. Tall&strong he untiringly filled&organized my garage prepping for exterminator, Trav, bagged shelved dry goods, folded clothes, hung shirts, swept cupboards. He’s to repair dimmer switch, lamp sconces, replace faucets&run pipe to septic from RV hose, check gas lines&water at a much skilled level thx West Lake my home is now secure&organized."
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Silvey Construction LLC
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Laurie, MO and surrounding areas

Free estimates

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"John and his crew are a delight. They are very thorough and honest. We’ve had them do a lot of work here. Let’s face it, renovation doesn’t always go to plan! But John sticks with it til we reach a satisfactory outcome. He is very transparent about each step. I really like his work ethic. I highly recommend him"
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Pole Barn Builders questions, answered by experts

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.

It is almost always more affordable to buy an existing home than to build a new one. Building a home involves numerous costs, including labor, permits, inspections, utility hookups, and brand-new materials, finishes, and appliances. Additionally, new construction loans can have higher interest rates than traditional mortgages, and property taxes on new homes are often higher, increasing long-term costs. An exception is a DIY house build, which can be cheaper than buying an existing home if you do the labor yourself. While building is generally more expensive, a new custom home offers complete control over the layout and design. Furthermore, new construction is typically worth more than a comparable pre-owned home and may provide a better return on investment if sold quickly.

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.

Yes, barn doors can be too heavy, although the limitation is usually imposed by the mounting hardware you buy and not your home’s framing, unless you’re building an unusually wide door. To keep the weight down, you can opt for 1-by material rather than 2-by material, and choose a softwood like pine rather than a hardwood like maple or oak. Check the weight limits on your mounting hardware, and always attach your door track to studs rather than to drywall anchors.

It may be tempting to DIY the construction of a swing set to save money, but we don’t recommend it. Since children will use the swing set, the entire system must be solid and safe, meaning the cost savings aren’t worth potentially endangering them. Plus, most DIYers will have to build their swing sets out of wood, which won’t last as long as metal or vinyl and introduces the risk of splinters. Instead, hire a local playground equipment installer to ensure the swing set is built safely and efficiently, setting up your kids for fun for years to come.

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