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Reviewed in June 2015
The demolition and installation took place while I was out of town. Before I left, Luisinspected all agreed supplies I purchased: floor tile, wall tile, thin set, grout, sealer, medicine cabinet, lavatory, sink, vanity light, GFI switch/plug-outlet combo, reused newer toilet, glass towel...
Herndon Service
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Reviewed in April 2021
To prepare our house for sale, we repainted the interior rooms, refinished wood floors, upgraded the space in the cellar, repaired the external drainage, and repaired or upgraded several additional items. Alex's team worked with our schedule and completed all work at a high level of quality.
Liberty Home Enterprises, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2023
As we prepared to bring our elderly parents into our home, we were looking for a contractor we could trust to help us with numerous projects (shed, basement finishing, three seasons room, two decks, privacy gate replacement, walkout shelter). Sam and his team were up to the task(s). Throughout...
SR Home Improvements
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Reviewed in August 2016
Maxtor did a great job on my screened in porch. Miguel and his team helped me with the design, electrical work and the finishing touches, including very professional casing. He added an enclosed cellar under the porch that I use for storage. The whole job took less than a month and Miguel was...
Maxtor Contracting Group LLc
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Reviewed in November 2011
Overall, the project was a tremendous success. The only negative was the length of time it took to get the necessary permits, especially for the wine cellar excavation and buildout. The work quality was superior. The construction workers, electricians, plumbers, and carpenters were...
ChrisWorks Custom Carpentry
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Reviewed in October 2014
I was very satisfied with him. He did a good job. He was reliable and honest. I liked him. He finished on time. He was knowledgeable and he was a good contractor generally.
HBServices LLC
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Reviewed in October 2011
They worked with us to plan the project. They arrived promptly, and worked effectively and neatly. The stairs were beautifully made and are rock solid. All the employees were professional and skillful, and the project manager monitored the progress closely. He was responsive to our concerns.
Case Design Remodeling Inc
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Reviewed in November 2012
Overall I think they need more than one foreman when supervising such a big job. The overall quality is okay, but without the architectural help, the design part may not have been as good. When their workers were doing the work, they should have been more closely supervised, the sub contractors...
POTOMAC VALLEY BUILDERS
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Reviewed in September 2012
As usual, Lawrence was on time, professional, did great work, and cleaned up everything before he left. This was a pretty typical visit for Lawrence, as we call him when we get several small jobs that need doing so he can do a lot on one visit. Trust me, Lawrence does fantastic work and...
ROTH'S HANDYMAN SERVICE
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Storm Shelters questions, answered by experts

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.

Technically, there isn't a difference between safe rooms and storm shelters. Both are designed to protect you from storms and extreme weather events. People often use “safe room” when discussing a shelter inside a building and storm shelter when talking about a detached unit.

Additionally, a safe room is understood to have more functions than a storm shelter. You may seek shelter in a safe room when you believe an intruder is in the home or when under another type of threat.

Turnbuckle weight loads vary depending on their size. Smaller 1/4-inch turnbuckles have a weight capacity of about 500 pounds. A 3/8-inch diameter turnbuckle, which is strong enough to handle most residential fence gates, can handle a working load of 1,200 pounds. Larger 1/2-inch diameter models have a limit of 4,000 pounds.

Prefab kits like a small sunroom for around $20,000 or even a basic gazebo roof for as little as $60 can save you big over professional installation. However, you lose the option for customization, and these structures tend not to last nearly as long. As for bigger projects like a deck or patio, you shouldn’t go with the DIY route unless you’re fully prepped with the tools and know-how to get it done right. Mistakes can be frustrating and costly, so choose a pro if you’re looking to eliminate your risk of error.

While a romantic getaway in a vacation treehouse may sound appealing, building one to live in year-round comes with more challenges. However, a growing number of people are adopting this small-scale living approach to appreciate an off-the-grid, private lifestyle. It allows you to feel closer to nature in a sustainable, customizable, minimalist, and eco-friendly way.

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