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Top-Rated Barndominium builders in Melrose - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for The Contractors Group, Inc
The Contractors Group, Inc
5.0(
15
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Garage - Build

Serving Melrose, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"It was excellent. They were awesome and worked amazingly with my schedule. They kept us updated on the timeline and addressed any concerns we had. I will definitely hire them again for my next project."
KITCHENS
BATHROOM
KITCHENS
BATHROOM
KITCHENS

+7

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Southern Belle Construction, LLC
Southern Belle Construction, LLC
5.0(
24
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Melrose, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Responsive, communicative, helpful team! Wr enjoyed working with Collin and Mary. The sunroom looks great! SBC wasnâ t the cheapest, but you get what you pay for, and we wanted someone whoâ d do a nice job. They did! I wish the crews wouldâ ve cleaned up after themselves more (trash; caulk on windows), but that seems to happen with every home project. Will hire SBC again for future house projects."
Detached garage
Detached garage
Detached garage
Brick fireplace!
Tapered columns

+30

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Belle Haven Builders, LLC
4.5(
65
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Melrose, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend Belle Haven Builders. Garry is professional, honest, strong work ethic, creative and detail oriented. We are appreciative of his commitment to make our dream home a reality. He made our project a priority as we did a complete home reno. He was present on site everyday to oversee the project and stay on top of the process. We are and will continue to recommend this company to others. Great workmanship."
Vaulted Ceiling
Fireplaces
Smith Existing Home
Microwave & Farm Sink
Fireplaces

+14

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for Elemental Design And Build, LLC
Elemental Design And Build, LLC
5.0(
19
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Melrose, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I needed a contractor that was flexibleâ ¦.doing the major demo and structural work correctly, plus handling drywall and flooringâ ¦but leaving me the flexibility to source or DIY other aspects of the job. James was a great partnerâ ¦providing hard-working and smart subs and brainstorming solutions to the odd problems of an older home. Iâ ve got more work to be done and James will continue to be my first call."
mb
foyer
kitchen
kitchen
kitchen

+54

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Westward Renovation LLC
Westward Renovation LLC
4.4(
13
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Melrose, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Westward was amazing from beginning to end. They created a great floor plan for us, helped us with material ordering and did a great job communicating and anticipating what we needed. Build had a couple hiccups with vendor delays, but not their fault! Otherwise pretty solid experience even for a large job!"
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Skymont Building Group LLC
Skymont Building Group LLC
5.0(
2
)
Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Melrose, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have worked with Skymont on several projects, as a Real Estate agent, and as a homeowner. They were very professional, well priced, and efficient! Highly recommend using Skymont for any size project!"
Sevier Court
Scholarship Dr
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+19

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Barndominium Builders FAQs, answered by experts

You can use a variety of wood to build a barn door, but the most common options include 1-by boards and 2-by boards for the backing and the decorative boards on the front of the door. Softwoods like pine will save you some money and should hold up well, while hardwoods like maple and oak will stand up to more wear and tear. You could also build the backer out of plywood to minimize the cuts you need to make. Whatever you decide on, make sure the width of the wood is compatible with the mounting brackets you buy.

It may be tempting to DIY the construction of a swing set to save money, but we don’t recommend it. Since children will use the swing set, the entire system must be solid and safe, meaning the cost savings aren’t worth potentially endangering them. Plus, most DIYers will have to build their swing sets out of wood, which won’t last as long as metal or vinyl and introduces the risk of splinters. Instead, hire a local playground equipment installer to ensure the swing set is built safely and efficiently, setting up your kids for fun for years to come.

It’s much less expensive to build a house with wood. This is because wood is relatively inexpensive, strong enough to endure decades or even centuries of weathering and pressure, and is easier to replace if there are issues. The cost of stone houses are incredibly expensive, heavy, time-consuming to build, and difficult to repair. 

While prices fluctuate because of increased demand, fewer supplies, and engineering time, OSB generally remains more affordable than plywood at $1 to $2.40 per square foot compared to the $4.50 to $10 for plywood. Cost is only one factor you should consider when deciding between OSB and plywood.

Your foundation contractor will first need to remove the topsoil and any vegetation within 4 feet of the area around the barn. They’ll need to ensure they have clear access to the site to begin excavation, after which they can begin construction.

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