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Above & Beyond Construction
4.2(
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Serving Oriental, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Farmer and his team did a FANTASTIC job! They had my roof on in a day and had the siding completed in under 3 days. Above and Beyond used high quality products for both the roof and the siding. He put on seamless gutters as well as making sure everything was clean when his crew left. He also kept me up to date and informed of his progress with text messages and photos when everything was completed. I have already recommended his company to my family, friends, and co-workers if they ever need work done on their homes. These guys were professional, polite, and completed the job on time and on budget. I needed the exterior of my home completed in 2 weeks and Above and Beyond made that happen well before my new tenants moved in. The house looks better then when I lived in it thanks to the great quality work of Above and Beyond Construction!"
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Standing seam
26 gauge steel
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Marketplace Housing
4.3(
11
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Serving Oriental, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marketplace Homes has managed two residential rental properties for me, and everything has always been very easy. They coordinate showings, negotiated rent with tenants, and hired contractors as needed at each property. I would use them for any rental property I have in the future!"
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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J&S Custom Construction LLC
3.7(
19
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Serving Oriental, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff was amazing. He called minutes after my request for a quote, was at my house the next day to see the work that needed to be done, and completed the work in record time just two days later. He was responsive and kept in touch with me along the way. I get super stressed about home repair projects and this was a completely stress free experience. I will use him again and again and would highly recommend J&S. Thank you so much!"
Cement Pad Install
Bathroom floor repair and install
Deck Repair
Outdoor shower repair
Deck Maintenance Project

+145

Recommended by75%of homeowners
MPS Home Solutions
2.8(
8
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Serving Oriental, NC and surrounding areas

MPS Home Solutions is a local home improvement contractor that can help you handle and complete any interior or exterior home improvement project! Regardless of your preferences or budget, anything is achievable with the help and fair pricing of a contractor like MPS Home Solutions. \nWe use top-grade materials and products and always work passionately and with your needs, requirements, and preferences in mind! If you would like to talk with one of our contractors today about your project, feel free to do so by calling us now. We are waiting for your call, so we can come to you for a consultation, fair estimate, and to help you get your project started right away.\n\nWe specialize in a variety of interior/exterior services like painting, flooring, general carpentry, and roofing, but we don't stop there! We also have experience with crawl space work, mold and mildew removal, insulation repair, french drains, sump pumps, saggy floors, piers, footers, and vapor barriers! We strive to make all our clients as happy as possible!

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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

The longest part of building a custom home is the design phase. It takes multiple professionals and a ton of work to bring your vision for your dream home to life while sticking to a homebuilding budget and also ensuring everything is built to code. Expect the design phase for a custom home build to take six months to a year.

While many different factors determine whether a house is classified as a villa, many villas are detached homes with a European design influence, often with an emphasis on luxury and comfort. Modern villas often feature outdoor spaces such as terraces, gardens, or patios.

A-frame homes are on the smaller side. While there’s no set square footage amount it has to be, it will usually come in around 1,000 square feet or smaller.

Start by researching local contractors with experience in cottage construction. Ask for references, check licensing and insurance, and review completed projects. Compare multiple bids, making sure each includes the same scope of work. A good contractor will communicate clearly, provide a detailed contract, and ensure all work meets code and safety standards.

There are energy-efficient options when building a cottage. Select green building materials, high-performance insulation, and energy-efficient windows when designing your cottage. Options such as solar panels, efficient HVAC systems, and LED lighting can lower your utility bills and reduce your environmental impact. Many builders offer energy-efficient upgrades as part of the design process.

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