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Avatar for F.R. COOPER HOME IMPROVEMENTS LLC
F.R. COOPER HOME IMPROVEMENTS LLC
4.8(
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Garage - Build

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brandon was very personable and did great, quick work. He was the first contractor to call me after I submitted my project on Angi. I checked around for better quotes and couldn't find them. He made time to do the project VERY QUICKLY (2 days) and even offered to let me borrow his ladder. Overall, couldn't imagine a better experience with a contractor."
Small Deck w/ Stairs
32' x 10' Comp. Deck
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Scenic Vista Builders, LLC
5.0(
2
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Garage - Build

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These folks are top-notch. We used them for interior framing, insulation and they are adding porch roofs this spring. They are fair, timely and masterful in their trade. Call them!!!"
50×100×16
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JLC Contracting LLC
5.0(
24
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We have had (and are currently doing more) several projects done with JLC Contracting over the past few years. Dozens of replacement windows, new doors, front facade replaced to stone, deck replacement, complete gut and remodel of our on suite bathroom. Not to mention so many small projects. I can’t properly express how THRILLED we are with all the work done. Jose (Owner) and crew are experts at the highest level. Absolutely incredible work done on every project! Also, Jose is one of the best people I have ever met in general. If you need home construction done at an exceptional level, fair price and overall great experience, I highly recommend JLC Contracting!"
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
New window installation
Decks and Porches Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Garage conversion

+123

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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MCE Construction
4.7(
37
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have been in the remodeling industry for most of my adult career and I am 53-year-old woman. I was a general manager for a local home-improvement company for 15 years. I would ve loved to have had Mitch and his helper work for me. From our very first communication with Mitch, all throughout the job, and completion, he was respectful, accurate, and a master craftsman. He did not take the path of least resistance in anyway shape or form. He had a hard time getting the old fence posts out.This was not an easy task. He had to take down and remove a very old fence and work around an oddly shaped configuration. He also had to tie into the neighbors property on three sides. Everyone is delighted with his workmanship. We have him coming back to do a few smaller jobs. And I do believe at least two other families have contracted him for jobs. I cannot say enough about his professionalism, workmanship, and he has a great sense of humor! It was very refreshing experience. Oh and I never once felt like he could not be trusted if I was not home. 5 Stars all the way!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Guiles & Son
5.0(
5
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Their work and service was spectacular, excellent mechanic, and the nicest guy to work with, he really knows his craft, my daughter had him remodelled her bathroom as well. And very neat, cleans up after every workday."
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

The term “cottage” is subjective, so there’s no rigid definition, but it generally refers to a small home with simple and purposeful architecture that embraces nature and focuses on charm over everything else. Cottages are typically 1 or 1 1/2-stories tall, usually with gabled roofs, and are built out of natural materials that help make the structure a part of the surrounding nature rather than something that stands out from it. A big part of what makes a cottage a cottage is the decor, which includes natural materials from the nearby area.

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.

While prices fluctuate because of increased demand, fewer supplies, and engineering time, OSB generally remains more affordable than plywood at $1 to $2.40 per square foot compared to the $4.50 to $10 for plywood. Cost is only one factor you should consider when deciding between OSB and plywood.

Yes, barndominiums are energy-efficient as long as insulation professionals properly install quality insulation, windows, and doors. Utility bills for barndo living can be up to 50% lower than those for a traditional home.  Make your barndo more energy efficient by working with contractors and HVAC professionals to strategically place windows, doors, and heating/cooling systems. 

Whether you should choose a flat roof or a sloped roof depends on your particular situation. Flat roofs tend to be less expensive to install. However, sloped roofs have longer lifespans and stand up better to heavy snow and other inclement weather.

Keep in mind that even a flat roof needs to have a slight slope, usually around 1/2 inch for every foot. If it is completely flat, water will pool and cause damage, either from weight or leakage or rot.

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