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The Roof Guy
5.0(
30
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Merkel, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had some turbines that had gone out and were making all kinds of racket! Pat was able to come out and fix it in a very timely manner! Very professional would definitely recommend him again"
Roofing Project
Roofing Project
Roofing Project
Roofing Project
B-Gap Monster

+33

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Remedy Build
5.0(
12
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Merkel, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Max was very responsive and available. He completed the project quickly at a reasonable price. He's very respectful and Fri endly. Would definitely recommend him and I will hire him for more home improvements!"
Dog parks
Handyman Services Project
Handyman Services Project
Tile and baseboard
Flooring Sales/Installation/Repair Project

+86

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Rafter B Home Services
4.9(
56
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Merkel, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Yes. Iâ ve left his cards at my beauty shop. Chase was a very hard worker and cleaned up well after the jobs of building a new front and back porch. Very pleasant personality. Weâ ve made plans for other projects"
Response time3 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
GSW Construction
4.9(
8
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Merkel, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very professional. Willing to work with changes as they presented themselves. They are extremely knowledgeable and able to solve unique problems so that the customer is happy. I am extremely pleased with the work they did on my home and would hire them again in a heartbeat."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Barninger Brothers
4.2(
26
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Merkel, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Everything went excellent. Chris, Matthew and crew were tireless, courteous and most professional. A joy to work with and be around. This is a very rural area of Texas with long distances from their base to our house, they traveled many miles early in the morning and worked many days in 100 degree heat. As with any construction project there were surprises and delays for things, a normal occurrence whenever you are dealing with sealed areas and you open them up there will be things you do not want to see.
Chris and Matthew really showed their character when dealing with our railings, a combination of metal and wood construction. It took a few extra days and I'm sure many extra hours in their workshop putting them together to where they were sturdy enough to hold up to the long distances they had to traverse. I mention this because they were adamant that my wife and I would be pleased with the final product and we are very pleased. I would recommend this firm for anything, if they say they can do it they will and to your satisfaction."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Pole Barn Builders questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can use a storage shed several ways, including as a chicken coop, but you'll need to make some modifications. You will have to add a chicken door, roosts, ventilation near the roof, mesh on the windows, and insulation if you live in a colder climate. Additionally, you’ll want to ensure that the shed is predator-proof so no other animals can harm your chickens. You should also add a run and nest boxes to your shed.

The lifespan of a barn is typically 40 to 60 years, but with skillful construction and proper maintenance, it can last up to 100 years. The actual lifespan depends on several factors, including the barn type, materials, usage, and climate. For example, the posts of a pole barn should last 50 years or longer, but if the structure is used for livestock in a rainy climate, it may rot within the first decade. Custom designs with high-end materials tend to last the longest. To get the best estimate for your barn's lifespan, you should consider its material type and intended use.

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. 

The timeline to build your barn will depend on the barn type and the company you hire. A pole barn may take six weeks or so, while a traditionally framed or steel-framed barn can take four months or longer. Building a barndominium takes the longest because you are essentially building a new home. You can expect barndominiums to take six months or longer to build.

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.

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