Is it cheaper to buy or build garage shelves?

• <div><p>It’s much less expensive to build your own garage shelves, and you’ll still get stable, long-lasting, and sharp-looking shelves. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-do-garage-storage-systems-cost.htm">Garage storage systems cost</a> between <b>$615 and $2,635</b>, with the national average of about <b>$1,455</b>. Building DIY garage shelves typically costs less than <b>$500</b>, and the quality of a DIY garage shelving unit will almost always be higher than what you could buy premade for the equivalent price.</p></div>

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Q: What time of year is best to build a garage?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s usually best to build a garage in the summer or fall, with most homeowners preferring the fall. Winter might bring frozen ground that can make excavating and pouring a foundation a challenge, and spring tends to bring more rainfall, which can delay the building process. Most homeowners who DIY portions of their garage build prefer fall over summer, as the temperature is usually cooler and more conducive to the strenuous work required to build the structure. </p></div>

Q: How many square feet is an average two-car garage?

• <div><p>An <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/2-car-garage-size.htm">average two-car garage size</a> is about 580 square feet. A common dimension for a two-car garage is 24-feet deep by 24-feet wide, as measured by the interior width. However, the manufacturing of larger vehicle sizes means many homeowners want to build bigger garages. It&rsquo;s not uncommon for a two-car garage to be 30-feet by 30-feet.</p></div>

Q: Is it cheaper to buy or build garage shelves?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s much less expensive to build your own garage shelves, and you&rsquo;ll still get stable, long-lasting, and sharp-looking shelves. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-do-garage-storage-systems-cost.htm">Garage storage systems cost</a> between <b>$615 and $2,635</b>, with the national average of about <b>$1,455</b>. Building DIY garage shelves typically costs less than <b>$500</b>, and the quality of a DIY garage shelving unit will almost always be higher than what you could buy premade for the equivalent price.</p></div>

Q: Should I pay a contractor 50% up front?

• <div><p>Contractors may require a down payment before they begin a project&mdash;especially for those that require a lot of materials. Check with your contractor to see how much they require up front before signing a contract, but they should not ask for more than 50%. Never pay in full before work begins.</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>

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Midtown did a fabulous job building a new deck for me. The team worked very hard each day in the heat and completed the task in three days. Clean up was great and they were patient to answer my questions and concerns. I am so excited to have a beautiful new deck to sit and watch the wildlife...
Midtown Home Improvements, Inc. (St. Louis)*
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Beautiful deck installed by an expert deck builder!
Midtown Home Improvements, Inc (Atlanta)*
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This is a maintenance free deck that should last my lifetime. On the higher end of the cost scale but I didn't want wood that would need stained or painted. And I especially didn't want decking material that deteriorates after 5 years. Or discolors and gets covered in mold. Very sturdy...
Midtown Home Improvements, Inc (Kansas City)*
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Reviewed in February 2020
Wildwood Roofing & Construction handled all details of the project in a professional and timely manner. .Their workforce did a great job on the tearoff/cleanup & install of new roof on a challenging surface. The gutter crew replaced gutters on 3 buildings and work was ver good. Since this was a...
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Reviewed in March 2017
We couldn't be happier with the results. They were great to work with, very professional and prompt. Mike was so helpful, giving us pointers and tips on everything from paint finishes and colors, recessed ceiling paint ideas - this is the stuff you really appreciate when having to build a house...
Hubenthal Painting LLC
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Reviewed in March 2016
We were looking for high quality windows, doors and trim, etc. for our new house. We visited Assured Building Products showroom and were impressed with the selection and quality of the items that they offered for sale. We compared their products to similar/same brand products at larger window...
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Reviewed in March 2016
Had my metal roof replaced and the sides of my barn painted. Jay does a great job, clean, professional picked up after themselves. Pricing was fair and on target. Will use J. Wells for any future projects.
J Wells Construction
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Reviewed in October 2013
Great job! Needed no prompting, worked with builder and electrician fast. Best bid against competition. Thoroughly explained all options with no pressure.
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Gregg was the contractor for our home we just built. He is extremely knowledgeable and gave us many options along the way to aid us in making the best decisions for our budget. Our end result is more than we could have hoped for and I would recommend him to anyone who is thinking about building...
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Reviewed in December 2011
The builder doesn’t listen to instructions, and will only do things his way He does not abide to the contract that we agreed to, and he is also not staying with in the agreed cost. He is being uncooperative with the title company, refusing to give them receipts and lein wavers. He has been...
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Yeargan Custom Construction

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"Yeargan power washed and stained our privacy fence. It looks brand new! While they were here we had them discuss designing a porch/pergola for us. Reasonable priced, responsive, and good quality work."

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"Yeargan power washed and stained our privacy fence. It looks brand new! While they were here we had them discuss designing a porch/pergola for us. Reasonable priced, responsive, and good quality work."

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We are a locally owned and operated company, with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. Our specialties include a wide range from kitchen and bath remodels to floor installation. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"We were very excited to hire them, however they lied to us since day ONE. We were told they would be 3 men working instead we ended up with HALF a man. We were getting charge constantly for things that we already paid for and when we questioned Wendy she would get upset and try to offer us way for them to keep our money. They were very unprofessional, leaving spits bottle all over my house. DO NOT let the pictures you see online fool you, Casey is an amateur he would sit and watch how to do things on YouTube. Letâ s not forget they are very indolent we were told they work 9-3 they NEVER work a full day, they donâ t respect timeline they were hired to work 4 months in our house they worked MAYBE 5 full weeks out of the 4 months. We love our kitchen but thatâ s because 99% of the work were done by other people(our cabinets and granite) If you are able to record every conversation you have with them please do, because THEY ARE LIARS they would tell you one thing and do the complete opposite. The quality of work they do DOES NOT worth the amount of money they will charge you. If you are looking for sloppy work, work that is falling apart while theyâ re still on site, unfinished work look no further"

Kimberly N on August 2021

"We were very excited to hire them, however they lied to us since day ONE. We were told they would be 3 men working instead we ended up with HALF a man. We were getting charge constantly for things that we already paid for and when we questioned Wendy she would get upset and try to offer us way for them to keep our money. They were very unprofessional, leaving spits bottle all over my house. DO NOT let the pictures you see online fool you, Casey is an amateur he would sit and watch how to do things on YouTube. Letâ s not forget they are very indolent we were told they work 9-3 they NEVER work a full day, they donâ t respect timeline they were hired to work 4 months in our house they worked MAYBE 5 full weeks out of the 4 months. We love our kitchen but thatâ s because 99% of the work were done by other people(our cabinets and granite) If you are able to record every conversation you have with them please do, because THEY ARE LIARS they would tell you one thing and do the complete opposite. The quality of work they do DOES NOT worth the amount of money they will charge you. If you are looking for sloppy work, work that is falling apart while theyâ re still on site, unfinished work look no further"

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