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Rich's Construction LLC
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Addition to Existing Structure - BuildShelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Moore, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"Rich’s Construction did a great job of adding a deck to my house, including a gazebo attached to the deck. He stood by all commitments of what he was to provide and how much we would have to pay for it. When a problem arose (oh no, our existing door to access the deck turns out to be too narrow), he suggested a solution on the spot and quickly gave us a quote for a small add-on project. In addition, I credit Rich’s crew with standards of workmanship that helped make the whole project successful."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Jonathan Galvan
5.0(
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Addition to Existing Structure - Build

Serving Moore, SC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Galvan Renovations to install a privacy fence in Easley. They did a fantastic job! They were the first to respond, when I started looking for contractors. Additionally they always responded quickly and kindly to any questions I had. The work was done quickly and to perfection. I couldn’t be happier with the job they did!!! They will definitely be the first people I call for any future renovations."
Painting - Interior Project
Fencing Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
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Fencing Project

+34

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Aphid LLC
4.8(
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Addition to Existing Structure - Build

Serving Moore, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a porch enclosed & deck added to our home. They were so easy to work with, helping with advice when needed & always kind & polite. Very reliable & competent. Did a beautiful job. I call them whenever I need anything now."
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Response time3 hrs
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Storm Shelters questions, answered by experts

The average cost of a tornado shelter is $7,520, but there is considerable variation based on the shelter's size, complexity, and type. A shelter big enough to fit 15 people may cost as much as $30,000, for example.

An underground shelter may cost more than an aboveground shelter, particularly if you need to excavate before installing it. If you already have space in a basement for an underground shelter, you'll still need to pay for waterproofing and concrete to construct it.

Unfortunately, there are many disadvantages to stone houses. They are slow to build and the materials are pricey, both of which balloon the total cost. Stone walls require a more robust foundation, which costs more to install. Running plumbing, electrical, and HVAC through a stone house is much more difficult too, so homeowners need to seriously consider if the aesthetic benefit is worth the cost of building with stone. One of the questions to ask a masonry contractor is if a similar aesthetic can be achieved with another material.

A storm shelter's size depends on the number of people who will use it and the types of storms it provides protection from. Tornadoes typically only last a few minutes, so you don't need to spend very long in the shelter when one passes by. You'll want a tornado shelter that's big enough to provide 5 square feet of space per person.

Hurricanes usually last much longer than tornadoes, so you may find yourself in the shelter for hours, not minutes, if you’re facing one. If you're installing a hurricane shelter, you'll need at least 7 square feet per person.

It is recommended that you check with your local building official on barn building requirements and rules, since size restrictions vary greatly from region to region based on what your property is zoned for. Some cities limit barn construction depending on if your property is residential or commercial. The three main factors your building commission will evaluate are:

  • Height and lot coverage: How tall your barn is and how much of your total property it occupies

  • Setback: Distance between barn and property line

  • Easement: Legal right for another owner to access another’s property

It’s better to build a garage than buy and install a prefabricated one. You can save money by purchasing a prefabricated metal garage kit for between $4,000 and $11,000. However, this does not include the price of labor and permits, which can account for more than half of the project cost. Building a new garage over buying a prefab garage will add more value to your home and will last longer, so it’s more cost-effective over time to build a new garage.

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