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Top-Rated Barndominium builders in Chesapeake - Updated Nov 2026

A-Z Creative Contractors
4.5(
88
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Garage - Build

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A-Z Creative Contractors recently remodeled my dated kitchen and I could not be happier with the results! My kitchen is gorgeous and is just as I had imagined and more! This is an excellent company that listens to their customers, pay attention to minute details,keeps construction site clean and safe, and delivers top notched results. They arrived on time and I was not kept waiting. I highly recommend A-Z Creative Contractors. I have used their services twice now and plan to make them my go to contractor for home repairs."
Bathrooms Remodel
Remodeling - General Project
Roofing Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Bathrooms Remodel

+15

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Commonwealth Carpentry LLC
5.0(
9
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Garage - Build

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

We are a carpentry minded company that can tackle most tasks. We enjoy working renovations, alterations, additions, structural framing,decks, trim molding, sheds, cabinets, interior and exterior doors, cabinets and all handymen projects. We bring a technical mind for the most complex projects to provide a simplified result. There are no projects that are too small for us.

5472
Kitchen renovation
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+7

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Handyman of Virginia Beach
4.4(
26
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I'm glad I went with him, than with someone else. They would have just pulled the old window out, and put the new window in. When he pulled the window out, there was a lot of rotten wood. He had to rebuild a whole new window frame. I'm not sure if someone else installing an window would have done that. They would have just popped it in. He has a little truck with his name on it. Forty to fifty people have used him consistently."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Virginia Coastal Homes and Remodeling
5.0(
4
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildFind a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had everest construction come in and build a room addition. They were the nicest most professional group of people that I had ever worked with. I truly enjoyed working with Bryan (the owner) because he was very suggestive and informative of would look great where. They had everything done in a very timely manner and I would suggest this company to anyone looking for anything!"
Entryway
Sitting Room
Sitting Room
Kitchen
Kitchen

+16

Response time4 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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East beach contractors LLC
5.0(
4
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Garage - Build

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired this company to do a major renovation to our home, which included replacing flooring throughout the house, removing popcorn ceilings and painting throughout the house, kitchen and half bathroom remodel, new lighting, total renovation of our FROG to include built-in cabinets. The workers were prompt and professional, the owner Rafael was very available with any questions and they worked well with me with changes I made throughout the project. Also, they were flexible with me as far as scheduling work in the rooms that were cleared out, as we remained living in the home during this project and it worked out very well! Below are before and after pic of the kitchen and the FROG."
After
Before
After
Kitchen to living room
Before

+11

Response time1 day
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Barndominium Builders FAQs, answered by experts

This answer varies based on where you are, but most states require that all homes are greater than 320 square feet. Remember that four walls are not the only requirements—windows, closet space, minimal ceiling heights, and indoor air quality are also factors. Each state and municipality differs, though, and as some don’t consider tiny homes permanent shelters, you’ll need to check to ensure you aren’t violating any local or state laws with your build.

Barns and barndominiums are most commonly painted red, like barns depicted in movies and paintings. The practice of painting barns red dates back to America’s colonial days, when new farmers would borrow the European practice of mixing linseed oil with ferrous oxide to coat the barns in order to protect them from the elements, leaving the structures with a red color.

Ranch and colonial-style homes are often the most affordable to build. They have a common layout with available designs that are easy to adjust in simple ways without having to spend too much on a structural engineer or architect. Both types of homes' symmetry, simple roofs, and often one or two-story plans mean they often fall in the $150 to $200 square-foot range, putting them right around average.

Rustic and modern farmhouse styles are currently the most popular. These include rustic and antique furniture, muted colors, clean lines, eclectic decor, and natural materials. Some other popular farmhouse styles include the following:

  • Coastal farmhouse: Creates a lighter, airier feel with soft colors and blue palettes, along with gold

  • Colonial farmhouse: Focuses on real antique furniture and decor

  • French farmhouse: Leans on French country architecture and design by including marble and lighter-colored metals, like zinc

  • Industrial farmhouse: Includes thick, chunky furniture and dark metals

  • Scandinavian farmhouse: Usually includes lighter wood colors and more refined furniture

It is almost always more affordable to buy an existing home than to build a new one. Building a home involves numerous costs, including labor, permits, inspections, utility hookups, and brand-new materials, finishes, and appliances. Additionally, new construction loans can have higher interest rates than traditional mortgages, and property taxes on new homes are often higher, increasing long-term costs. An exception is a DIY house build, which can be cheaper than buying an existing home if you do the labor yourself. While building is generally more expensive, a new custom home offers complete control over the layout and design. Furthermore, new construction is typically worth more than a comparable pre-owned home and may provide a better return on investment if sold quickly.

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