Can an ADU be bigger than your house?

• <div><p>Local regulations dictate how big an ADU can be, and there may also be restrictions on the percentage of the main residence’s square footage an ADU can have. In most cases, an ADU must be smaller than the main residence, but check with your local building authority to confirm restrictions on ADU size.</p></div>

What is the average size of an A-frame house?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Q: How long do modular homes last?

• <div><p>Modular homes last an average of between 50 and 75 years, and high-quality modular homes can last for 100 years with proper maintenance. For comparison, a standard home lasts 50 to 100 years and can push to 150 or longer with good maintenance. Modular homes provide better long-term value in that they are significantly more affordable and can last almost as long, but some buyers are wary of modular home longevity, so the actual value if you sell could be lower.</p></div>

Q: What is the usual timeframe for completing a modular home project?

• <div><p>Construction typically takes 3-6 months, including site preparation and assembly.</p></div>

Q: What is the most expensive phase of building a house?

• <div><p>Framing is often the most expensive phase of building a house because it&rsquo;s time-consuming and requires a lot of materials. It costs between <b>$20,000 and $50,000</b> on average, depending on materials and labor costs. Before construction begins, it&rsquo;s possible that purchasing land is the priciest step in the process. Some plots of land sell for <b>$3,000,</b> while others cost upwards of <b>$150,000</b>. </p></div>

Q: What is the average size of an A-frame house?

• <div><p>A-frame homes are on the smaller side. While there&rsquo;s no set square footage amount it has to be, it will usually come in around 1,000 square feet or smaller.</p></div>

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I selected Stallmer and Sun based upon their certification from the NYS Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). The program involves a free energy audit and subsequent work to prepare a home for heating with a heat pump. Heat pumps are low energy consumption with attendant low...
Stallmer & Sun Energy Efficiency Specialists, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2020
I hired Paul to build and install built-in bookshelves in a bedroom and to convert an old built-in ironing board in my kitchen into a spice cabinet. He did a beautiful job on both projects and I could not be happier with the work! Paul was professional, flexible with scheduling, and very...
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Reviewed in March 2019
I would have liked to not even give him a half of a star if I could have. He misrepresented himself to my husband and I. We hired him to build and install custom kitchen cabinets for us. He told us he could build us custom cabinets and was unable to paint the cabinets. We had given him $3500.00...
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Reviewed in August 2014
He came when he said he would and kept his word on the whole process. It took him 3 days to build my shed. He was very on point and if I had any questions he was very happy to answer them. After the shed was completed he cleaned up after himself and I was very pleased with his work and customer...
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Reviewed in July 2013
I rated the cost as N/A because we did not shop around; I chose this vendor because he was highly rated on Angie's List, but do not know how his bid and final costs compare to others. We had 6 wooden dining room chairs which were my grandmother's (so at least 60 years old, as she died at...
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Reviewed in June 2013
George is amazing! After years of being so disappointment in carpenters and other service people in this area, George was a real find! Very hands on...on time...on budget....takes full responsibility for any problems...plus he and his crew are really nice guys. I am having him build a garden...
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Reviewed in June 2011
When the work was about 85% complete he walked off of the job and would not complete the job until he was paid in full. Further, he picked a fight with the building inspector that was unnecessary. An independent inspection found that Mr. Feldmann did not replace windows with those he was paid...
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Shapiro Construction is experienced and skilled in a variety of areas. Privately owned and operated, with over 10 years of experience. Our small crew is highly skilled, so we are able to keep costs efficient. We take pride in honest, timely communication. Some of our services include: Remodeling, framing, metal roofing, finish work, doors / windows, weatherproofing, insulation, decks / patios, painting, interior design, furniture fabrication

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"Dan did an excellent job of repairing some log rot that was in a critical location of the structure He was thoughtful, creative and thorough. He also repaired the part of my deck that was partially responsible for the log damage. Ok pricing was very fair I will be contacting Dan for remodeling work in the future"

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