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Avatar for J W Construction, LLC
J W Construction, LLC
5.0(
50
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Garage - BuildFind a Custom Home Builder

Serving Humboldt, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John was great, communicated with us regularly, if something came up, which it does in construction and remodeling, John looked into it and got it figured out and didn't stop until the job was done right!! I would recommend them for any of your home improvement projects."
Rich
Rich
Rich
Rich
Rich

+11

Response time10 hrs
Response rate98%
79 neighbors recently requested a quote
Neighborhood Handyman LLC
4.9(
19
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Humboldt, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Jared accommodated our schedule and did a good job. When I noticed an area that didn’t seem right, he agreed and timely came back to fix it. We would definitely use him again. Also it appears that we gave a 3 rating. That should be corrected. The job hadn’t even been done yet so I don’t know where that came from. I believe my comments reflected that."
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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3D Construction
4.6(
5
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Humboldt, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Overall very good experience. Quality work at a fair price. Good communication on progress of the project. Just a couple of small issues for follow-up that were completed in a timely fashion. I would recommend 3D to others."
custom shower pan and seat/shelf
custom shower pan and seat/shelf
new deck railing and pergola
new stairway from back yard down to the lake
match miters and grain pattern

+14

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Prairie Grass Construction LLC
Prairie Grass Construction LLC
5.0(
4
)
Garage - Build

Serving Humboldt, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had a great experience with Jordan. He Was polite and very timely. His bid was spot on and the cost was exactly what he said it was going to be. He had several different recommendations to make the project even better when it came to insulation. I would definitely use Jordan again And refer him to other people I know."
Accent Wall
Accent Wall
Accent Wall
Cabinet Install
New Stair Case

+97

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Schwartzle Construction, LLC
3.5(
3
)
Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Humboldt, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Schwartzle Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. \n

Entrance
Living room area
Kitchen
Dinning room
Master bath

+12

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BRS Construction LLC
5.0(
6
)
Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Humboldt, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brent and his team did all of the finish work on our high end custom build in Sioux Falls. Brent did great work and his team carried themselves with professionalism. He did everything from custom walls, custom shelving, cabinets, doors, trim work, custom beams, tray ceilings, etc. The few changes on our end we asked for he was quick and accommodating to make it exactly how we wanted it. He communicated very well and did the job in a timely manner! Highly recommended."
Response time1 hour
Response rate86%
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Barndominium Builders FAQs, answered by experts

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. 

You may need a local building permit and written permission from your homeowner’s association to install a shed, especially if you’re doing any substantial land clearing or installing electricity or plumbing. Permit requirements vary between municipalities, so research the local laws before starting your project. If you hire a contractor to build the shed, they can help determine which permits will be necessary.

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.

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.

A simple A-frame chicken coop can take as little as three hours to build, but a more substantial all-in-one coop to house a large flock can take four or five days to build. Consult a local handyperson or custom coop builder for a time estimate based on the specific details of your project.

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