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Q: Is it more affordable to build or buy a house?

• <div><p>It is almost always more affordable to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/building-vs-buying-house.htm">buy an existing home than to build one from scratch</a>. First of all, new construction mortgage interest rates are often higher than traditional loans. Also, when building a home, you're covering the cost of brand-new finishes, appliances, electrics, plumbing, utility hookups, and labor. Between the cost of labor and permits, building a home will often cost more in the long run. </p></div>

Q: What projects require a building permit?

• <div><p>The requirement for building permits varies by location, but most building departments will require permits for any changes to the structural components of a home. They&rsquo;ll also require them for changes to the plumbing, electrical, and HVAC components, as well as any permanent improvements to the land, including concrete patios or foundations for additions or outbuildings. You also might need <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/do-you-need-a-permit-to-replace-a-roof.htm">permits for things like roof replacement</a> and window replacement, depending on your local government.</p></div>

Q: Is a guest house a bump-out addition?

• <div><p>A guest house is not a bump-out addition. A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-a-bump-out-addition.htm">bump-out addition</a> is a small home addition built onto a preexisting room of your house, like a bay window or walk-in closet. While you can do a bump-out addition to a constructed guest house, a guest is not a bump-out addition. Other common bump-out additions are extra living room seating, space for a bathtub in a bathroom, and extra cupboard space in a kitchen. </p></div>

Q: How much space do you need for a tiny house?

• <div><p>Tiny houses, often called tiny homes, need between 100 to 400 square feet, with the most common size being between 200 and 300 square feet. Tiny houses more than 400 square feet venture into apartment-size dwellings and may be considered more of a traditional house than a tiny home. The number of occupants, desired lifestyle, and furniture will all be major factors that determine the desired tiny house size. </p></div>

Q: How long does it take to build a log cabin?

• <div><p>How long it takes to build a log cabin depends on a variety of factors, including its size and design, and whether or not you have to clear the land. Construction can take a few weeks for a prefab log cabin on an established site, but up to eight or nine months for a custom cabin on undeveloped land. In comparison, the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-does-it-take-build-house.htm">timeline to build a house</a> is typically four to 12 months.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2023
He was paid hourly apparently, him AND his helper, and kept dragging work out. Drywall patch looks terrible. He said he could match it perfectly when he stopped to look it over. You can see the indentations where he put new drywall. Didn’t sand down appropriately. Told me to remud the...
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Reviewed in November 2022
Beware of this contractor, do your homework. Steve is a personable guy and comes across very friendly but doesn't listen, cuts corners, and will defer you to his attorney if you have problems with his work. Our property is now de-valued because he was there. - Water lines all over the building...
Steve Wright & Associate Inc
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Reviewed in November 2015
Excellent! Our house was built 50 years ago and this company built the new garage with a style and materials that made the new construction look as if it had been built when the house was. They took time to build a quality structure with no short cuts. We are VERY pleased!
D&R Quality Builders Inc
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Reviewed in May 2015
We have been with them for about 30 years. The cost is taken out of my car payments. They are loyal. You don't have a problem. Once in a while we have a car hit our home, and we have no problem, they take care of it.
STATE FARM INSURANCE
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Reviewed in March 2014
Price was the best in the area. The setting up of the contract was fairly easy and choices were clear. Work was delaysed 2 weeks for weather. Day of construction work crew showed up on time and did a professional job at a speed that I did not expect. The building was up in 1 day. The work crew...
Pioneer Pole Buildings Inc
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Reviewed in January 2014
They are honest, caring, prompt, and clean...all things that you don't find in others in this profession all of the time! They became like family to my kids and I trusted them to be at home with my family when I was not there, and my wife was thrilled that she could trust someone. This after...
Banko & Son Remodeling LLC
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Reviewed in November 2012
we purchased it. I took it home and hooked it up
HOME DEPOT INC
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Reviewed in August 2010
Charges for services not performed. Does not return calls. Does not adhere to its own description. Uses questionable business practices. Our property has declined in value, our common fees have doubled in 4 years, units no longer sell, grounds look horrible. Buildings are rotting.
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