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Avatar for Friesen Family Renovations, LLC
Friesen Family Renovations, LLC
4.7(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris was extremely professional and very skilled at his trade. He completed the work within 2 days of our first contact and kept excellent communication about costs, time of arrival for first consultation and date of service. The projects were challenging and he did incredible carpentry. He was very good at keeping the area clean and respectful of my home. We have already discussed additional work that he will do on the house. I am excited to work with him again and recommend him without reservation. He is a breath of fresh air for someone to really work with a homeowner!"
Response time2 days
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Montana Jake, LLC
4.6(
21
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Shawn and his crew regraded our yard and spread grass seed and straw. I was pleased with the quality of their work and they cleaned up everything afterwards. I highly recommend them."
Response time2 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Platinum Garage and Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Garage - Build

Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Platinum Garages & Electrical has a humble background, started by a newcomer to this country chasing the American Dream. What started as a one-man show has over the last decade become Cleveland's largest garage builder, employing a diverse and multinational team with one common goal: customer satisfaction.\nWhat sets us apart from our competitors is what we built our company on, why we're here today, and what we'll continue to strive for excellent customer service.

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Elkridge Construction
5.0(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

Elkridge Construction, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.\n

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

Depending on your needs, you may find a storebought pole barn is a much less expensive option than a custom-built one. You can find pole barn kits from big box retailers starting at $11,000, but you will be limited when it comes to size and add-on features. As long as you have the necessary skills, you can save on labor costs by doing it yourself; but there are a lot of different skill sets you would need, and mistakes during the building process can lead to excessive repair bills later.

Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal.

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. 

The most common slope, or roof pitch, for a shed is 4:12 or four inches of height for every horizontal foot. For areas that experience heavy snow loads, a steeper roof of 6:12 or 9:12 is best. 

Whether it is better to buy or build a chicken coop depends on your priorities, primarily cost versus time and effort. Building your own chicken coop can be significantly more budget-friendly, often costing about half as much as buying a pre-made one. If you have the time and skills, building a coop from scratch is the most economical option. However, if your time or skills are limited, buying a kit and hiring a handyperson to assemble it can be more cost-effective than hiring a carpenter to build a custom coop from scratch. If you want a perfectly constructed coop without sacrificing your own time and energy, buying one is the easiest choice.

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