"This is the second time we have used Rowland and the team at Dwell Renovations. We built a full addition for my mother in law. Kitchen, living room, bath, bedroom. We couldn’t be happier with how it came out and my MIL is unbelievably pleased. Rowland and all of the contractors, electricians, plumbers and tile folks treated the job like they were working on their own homes. They were patient with our hundreds of questions and requests. Rowland kept us in the loop every step of the way and met , or beat, every timeline. He always had great advice and a keen eye for the details."
"Anthony Nastasi of NB Woodworks, LLc, has our highest recommendation. He has worked with us over the past year on a variety of projects aimed at refurbishing and improving our home. This has included exterior trim replacement, replacing a box window with a French door and side light unit, and replacing a large unusually sized window. He also built a beautiful mahogony deck. Indoors, he installed a french door which included fine trim work. In addition, he hired excellent subcontractors to powerwash and paint our home and build a patio, porch and walks. We highly recommend Anthony's carpentry skill, as well as his problem solving, planning and coordination skills. He is also a dependable, honest person of fine character."
"Cazza Construction did the job carefully, efficiently and professionally. We are totally satisfied and would hire them again without question. Besides doing a great job, they offered numerous insights into other areas of home improvement."
"JSD built us a new construction home. Jeff is responsive and works hard to make sure you are happy with the finished product. He is willing and quick to resolve any issues or concerns and takes pride in his work. Jeff is fair and is capable in handling the challenges of building a home with all the bureaucracy involved in the process."
"Michael and his crew were a dream to work with from planning out porch/deck renovation to the final product!!! They were hard workers and left our yard so clean and organized after each day. He was open and upfront with prices, suggestions and worked with us every step of the way. We now have a spectacular deck/porch and already thinking of our next project with this crew! You won’t regret hiring them!"
"I am very happy with the services that Q&R Home Services provided. Robert was very professional and his workers did a great job repairing the foundation to my home. He also did a great job on my steps in the basement. They did a great job as well as in a timely manner. I highly recommend them to anyone who needs a professional job to their homes. Thank you Q & R Home Services!"
"Anush and his team were absolutely amazing, and our porch turned out better than we expected thanks to his ideas/recommendations. The attention to detail/pride they take in their work truly stand out and far exceeded our experiences with contractors in the past. One of my favorite parts is how much I genuinely love coming home now. It completely changed the look and feel of the front of our house, and every time I pull into the driveway it makes me happy to see it. I will absolutely be recommending AVSTEP to anyone planning renovations or building a home. We already have several more projects planned for our house in the coming months, and without question we’ll be using Anush and his team again. It’s such a great feeling to know we now have a contractor we genuinely trust and can confidently call whenever we need work done. Even our neighbors have been commenting on how beautiful the front of our house looks and what an incredible job they did. Below are the before and after pictures"
"My partner and I hired Riverside to remodel our property to be dual use. We live here but also run our animal rescue and rehab organization from our home. We converted a section of the home to accommodate the animals as well as refreshed our kitchen and living space for us. It came our PUR-FECT! We can help so many more fur babies while enjoying our home to the fullest as well. We originally purchased this home for the property but now we love the house too! Thanks Riverside. We will be hiring them again for more projects in the near future! Two of their workers even stepped up and gave two rescue pooches a forever home!"
"Al and the team are excellent. We had a fantastic experience. They arrived on time and installed everything in one day; they were efficient and professional! The shed was 10x12 with high-quality material. They even helped me to take down my old metal shed and get it recycled. We tried shopping around, and no company would provide proper guidance on selecting a shed or the size we needed. He personally made himself available stopped by our home and was honest with me throughout the process. I would highly suggest this company to all of my friends and family."
Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts
Adding an extension or addition to your home costs more than a loft conversion in all but the rarest cases where the home's structural integrity is lacking. Because a home addition requires a new foundation section or significant structural upgrades to handle a cantilevered portion, the cost compared to almost any loft conversion is significantly greater for the same square footage.
Common pitfalls include underestimating the cost of site preparation, overlooking permit and utility fees, and not setting aside funds for unexpected changes. Change orders during construction can disrupt your budget. It’s best to plan a detailed budget, obtain multiple quotes, and include a 10% to 15% contingency fund for unexpected expenses.
The timeline to build your barn will depend on the barn type and the company you hire. A pole barn may take six weeks or so, while a traditionally framed or steel-framed barn can take four months or longer. Building a barndominium takes the longest because you are essentially building a new home. You can expect barndominiums to take six months or longer to build.
You may need a local building permit and written permission from your homeowner’s association to install a shed, especially if you’re doing any substantial land clearing or installing electricity or plumbing. Permit requirements vary between municipalities, so research the local laws before starting your project. If you hire a contractor to build the shed, they can help determine which permits will be necessary.
While it’s best to have access to large, healthy, strong trees in a safe position, treehouse living is still possible without them. Contractors can fit tree posts to build the structure onto or use posts as additional support alongside the trees themselves. If you’re in doubt about the suitability of the trees on your land, consult with a local treehouse builder before you start the project.
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