"Did not install new dryer venting. He stated that it did not need replacing. Light fixture on pole lamp was not as requested. Did install security lighting."
"The coop turned out magnificent. He did a fabulous job designing it and building . He provides great customer service and communication. The job was completed on schedule and the building looks fabulous. I would highly recommend him and have had him build several other sheds."
"Phone call on Thursday, Geraldo came over on Friday to check the job & agreed on price. He arrived on Monday morning & work was all done on that day. Prompt & professional. We are very happy with the repairers done on our home & we would not hesitated to hire him again for any work we need done at our home."
"Bradley is great to work with - he's personable, professional, and good at his job. My ground floor deck was destroyed in an ice storm year ago and removed. Had Bradley and his team rebuild that deck using artificial wood. The upper floor deck was intact, but in poor shape. I intended to have them replace only the flooring, but Bradley pointed out several structural deficiencies and convinced me we needed to rebuild the entire deck. The expense was daunting, but having a reliable structure that is likely to outlast me, and never having to resurface it again makes it worthwhile. The pump house was just old and falling apart. Bradley and his crew tore down the old structure and build a new one without any disruption in service. All of the old material was hauled away, and they did a pretty good job of cleaning up after themselves, though I did have to clear some debris after the un-used materials were picked up by the hardware store. "
"They did a really nice job. They took a little longer, but they did a good job. They were responsive to concerns and always kept me in the loop as far as decisions."
"I highly recommend Jeremy of JM Smith Gutters and More, LLC. I would hire him again, and in fact I have - to perform repairs on my commercial medical office gutter system. Do not hesitate to ask for a quote. He was very reasonably priced, performed the work quickly, and professionally, and stands behind the high quality he promises. I could not recommend this company any more highly. ~ Dr. Baker"
"We had an Excellent experience with Root! Their guys were honest, and hard working. I felt that the prices were reasonable and I could trust the work was being done right. We will definitely be using them for future needs."
"Joe Arnold of Merlin Home Magic has been a valuable resource to me at my home in Oregon. He has helped me numerous times with various projects from building and reconstructing fences, installing a new door, and landscaping work. Joe has a broad spectrum of knowledge and has proved to be reliable, punctual, honest, and fair. I have some larger projects planned and anticipate relying on Joe to see them through."
Pole barns and carports are similar in that they rely on posts for support and are often not connected to a primary structure. The main difference between the two is that pole barns usually include walls that surround the entire perimeter of the structure, while carports generally remain open on three or four sides. It’s possible to insulate garage doors and even exterior walls on pole barns to create a comfortable workspace, and it’s a bit more secure for storage purposes. However, carports are more affordable.
Rather than using a common two-by-four piece of wood for a rafter, you probably will use two-by-six, two-by-eight, two-by-ten, or even two-by-twelve boards. Wider lumber is typically a better choice in a larger building as it provides more sturdiness. Some installers may use wider lumber for rafters near the edges of the roof, where the greatest stress occurs, and save money with narrower lumber toward the middle.
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.
Whether pole barn posts should be set in concrete depends on the soil surrounding your home. If your soil is compact and digging conditions are agreeable, then setting pole barn posts in concrete is an ideal option.
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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