"JC is wonderful to work with. He is meticulous and thorough, and listens to what you, the customer, want. He is receptive to your ideas, and will work with you to achieve your vision"
"Home improvement can be nerve-wracking. Ruiz Enterprises made it GREAT! Mollie and Catalino and their BIG team of pros were responsive to text and phone, clear with timelines and amazingly affordable. They handled a primary bedroom redesign from demo to paint and a kitchen upgrade, installing a downdraft and induction cooktop. When I threw in 2 extra tasks-- a small flooring repair and a ceiling repair I had forgotten about--they gracefully accepted the work and seemed genuinely happy to add them into the schedule. Catalino and Mollie really cared about our satisfaction and comfort througout the process! The price reflected in this review does not include the cost of the flooring or paint or flooring finish oils, which we chose to purchase on our own. I loved that Mollie offered that option from the get go. It allows you be more or less hands-on, according to your own comfort level."
"Working with Canelli Construction was a pleasure. We Worked with Gianfranco on a renovation project for a residential and commercial project. The work is high quality and beautiful. Gianfranco is ethical, honest and a pleasure to work with. We highly recommend Canelli Construction!"
"Joe and his crew built a truly great Pole barn. He and his crew worked extremely well together which allowed them to breeze thru building the barn itself. If you need builder and crew you can rely on everytime, hire him and his guys cause it will be a great experience which includes quality, excellence, and dependability. And I already have a future project in mind. JH"
"I called Joe after seeing a patio that he'd done for my neighbor, & from our very 1st encounter he & his team have always provided the highest level of customer service. They were respectful of my home & my time, & their craftsmanship is 2nd to none. Everyone who sees my patio wants to know who did it. I've had total strangers ring my doorbell just to ask for a closer look. Joe & his team far exceeded my expectations, & now they're my 1st call for all my home improvement needs!"
"Great honest contractors. They did my bathrooms, hot water heater, unclogged my house drain and they did a French drain so my basement is not wet anymore. I already hired them to do my whole roof in the spring. I will hire them anytime."
Red Ivy is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and accountability. Our company culture drives our success and Client satisfaction. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"The work was great. The workers were very accommodating to us. I had a small issue with the end of the first day the workers left my home a mess. The next day I talked to someone on site and they apologized and made sure it did not happen again. I called the owner to let him know of the issue however I never received a follow-up phone call. The workers were great however I wanted to speak with the owner about my issue not the foreman on site."
Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts
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.
Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.
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.
The best lumber for building will be the strongest and most eco-friendly wood your budget allows. That being said, Douglas fir, pine, oak, and maple are all common building materials. Contractors will use a strong, inexpensive wood to frame a house or other structure and finer woods like mahogany for detail work.
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.
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