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R&D Design Studio
5.0(
1
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Garage - Build

Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

"So happy we chose R&D for our exterior wall repairs! they were great to work with throughout the process of what turned out to be a complicated issue. Their communication was really appreciated as they dug into things and problem solved some unique issues with how the previous home owners had cut corners on the house. R&D wasn’t the cheapest initial bid we received but I have no doubt that we would have wound up paying more in the end for a lower quality result with anyone else. Thanks guys!"
1800's Home Addiction
1800's Home Addiction
1800's Home Addiction
1800's Home Addiction
1800's Home Addiction

+6

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Artistone Construction & Design, LLC
3.8(
5
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Knowledgeable, experienced, polite. Ready to work with you. well-organized plan, well explained and carried out. Ready to go the extra mile to make sure customer is pleased. - hired to re-do bathroom, updated all inside doors, made a cut-out on wall between kitchen & living room. Have already recommended them to neighbor for kitchen remodel."
Out door covered patio
Bathroom
Bathrom
Basement
Shed

+93

Response time1 day
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dream Work Designs
4.7(
46
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Karen and Brian were absolutely amazing! They helped design and build our new deck which looks beautiful. They were very easy to talk to and flexible with our wants. We also appreciated their transparency and fair pricing. The quality of the deck is outstanding as well."
Decks and Porches Project
Handymen Project
Remodeling - General Project
Handymen Project
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+79

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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J. Reid Renovations
5.0(
18
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Garage - Build

Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I believe Jason is honest, hard working with high standards for his business. If I lived closer I would definitely want him to do renovation work on my home, unfortunately I am outside of his area."
Before picture of the standard basement
Another view of the empty basement
Before of the standard basement
After picture
Elevator and Wine Closet

+9

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Exquisite Construction
4.2(
124
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

"Got Paul's name off Angie's list. I left a message and Paul called back in less than 5 minutes.  Paul came out to give an estimate within 3 days and within one week, was here to do the work.  Paul and Michael arrived promptly.  Mike stayed to do the work.  It was tedious as the wall paper border was being stubborn.  It looks great and is ready to be painted.  The clean up was thorough and everything was back in place just as it was upon their arrival.  Paul came back to check to be sure all was good with the work.  It sure was! Thanks Paul and Mike! I look forward to working with you in the future."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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DeRisio Construction Inc
4.7(
47
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very well. The installers did a great job. I have had a few issues this past year with a screen and a broken part on one window. Mike- who does their service- does a great job! He is very professional, prompt and conscientious."
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Gold Winner
Silver Winner

+11

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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LaClair Home Inspections
5.0(
10
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

Credit card accepted

"Daniel did a fantastic job with all of the repairs that I have needed over the years that I have known him. He is very quick to help when In dire need. Daniel has a very exquisite work ethic, he's knoweldable, and very outgoing also keeping work professional. I plan on keeping Daniel for any further repairs needed in my home and on my property."
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Barndominium Builders FAQs, answered by experts

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.

If you’re building a pole barn in place of a traditional home, lenders usually don’t offer traditional mortgages for these structures. You can also expect higher insulation costs and building permits may not be allowed in your area. Even if you’re just using a pole barn as storage or as a shelter for animals, these structures are less durable than steel buildings and require more maintenance.

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.

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.

Whether building a playground or installing a pre-made one is more affordable depends on the materials of each. In most cases, it’s more affordable to build a wooden playground than it is to buy one and have it professionally installed, but it might be less expensive to invest in a pre-made plastic playground, even if you pay a professional to install it. Wooden playgrounds tend to last longer, but as children age, they will become less valuable. Overall, it may be most affordable to have a pro install a pre-made plastic playground.

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