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Avatar for Custom Construction Services LLC
Custom Construction Services LLC
5.0(
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Johnston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Custom Construction did an awesome job on my bathroom remodel. From start to finish everything was smooth and Derek always made sure everything was exactly how I wanted. Highly recommend hiring custom construction for all your home remodel needs!"
Home Addition
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom remodel
Exterior House Paint Project
New Deck Build

+245

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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East Oak Home Improvements
5.0(
14
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Serving Johnston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeff and his team did a great job with my bathroom renovation. Jeff was informative and patient when giving explanations and options, and also had great communication throughout the process. They arrived on time and were very professional. I would hire again for any other projects."
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+10

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tri-J Construction, LLC
4.8(
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Garage - Build

Serving Johnston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tri j construction showed up early to his appointment very friendly and positive on the things I wanted done. He was very reliable and took care of every detail. He is on point with attention to detail and treats your home like it was his own. Very clean and efficient he even greeted my dogs everyday! 1000% would use again and refer family and friends to"
Kitchen
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Kitchen

+46

Response time12 hrs
Response rate94%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
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L2 Homes
5.0(
14
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Garage - BuildFind a Custom Home Builder

Serving Johnston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The team did a fantastic job on my full home renovation. From start to finish, they were professional, punctual, and very detail-oriented. The quality of the craftsmanship is top-notch, and they kept the site clean throughout the process. I?m extremely happy with the final result. Highly recommended"
Rubber Roof Install
Roof Replacement
Roof Replacement
Roof Replacement
Complete Home Renovation

+8

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Sentri Homes
2.9(
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Serving Johnston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with Sentri Homes - their customer service was excellent. They sent a subcontractor to install some vinyl laminate in my bathroom and he ended up getting glue all over the carpet in our bedroom. The sub ended up ghosting both me and Sentri, leaving me stuck with a ruined carpet. Sentri stuck with me for over a month to get the carpet replaced with the identical original and to get the vinyl job 100% completed. The carpet was a Home Depot exclusive and Sentri handled everything with them. I will be using Sentri for a much bigger renovation I have coming up soon, because I know that they will make sure everything gets done right no matter what problems come up. The vinyl looks great too."
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NRP Construction, LLC
5.0(
2
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Garage - Build

Serving Johnston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nick and his crew were very knowledgeable, efficient and friendly. With numerous workers coming and going with different roles all worked well in the coordination to get the bathroom remodel done in a timely manner. I would not hesitate to hire NRP again for future work."
Kitchen
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen

+46

Response time6 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

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.

It is almost always more affordable to buy an existing home than to build a new one. Building a home involves numerous costs, including labor, permits, inspections, utility hookups, and brand-new materials, finishes, and appliances. Additionally, new construction loans can have higher interest rates than traditional mortgages, and property taxes on new homes are often higher, increasing long-term costs. An exception is a DIY house build, which can be cheaper than buying an existing home if you do the labor yourself. While building is generally more expensive, a new custom home offers complete control over the layout and design. Furthermore, new construction is typically worth more than a comparable pre-owned home and may provide a better return on investment if sold quickly.

Whether you should choose a flat roof or a sloped roof depends on your particular situation. Flat roofs tend to be less expensive to install. However, sloped roofs have longer lifespans and stand up better to heavy snow and other inclement weather.

Keep in mind that even a flat roof needs to have a slight slope, usually around 1/2 inch for every foot. If it is completely flat, water will pool and cause damage, either from weight or leakage or rot.

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 maximum size of a tiny home you can move depends on your state transportation guidelines, but the rule of thumb is a maximum of 400 square feet. However, as long as it falls within the local limits for traveling on public roadways, you should be good to hit the road.

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