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A-Z Creative Contractors
4.5(
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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

"I have to say that A-Z Creative Contractor is one of the best contractor we have ever worked with. Their professionalism work ethic and level of care was above and beyond our expectations. Honesty is very important to us and again they are top notch. We highly recommend them to our friends family and neighbors. Thank you to Alex and Axle for a great experience. We will definitely use them anytime we need a job done!"
Bathrooms Remodel
Remodeling - General Project
Roofing Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Bathrooms Remodel

+15

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

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

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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.

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Kitchen renovation
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Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+7

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

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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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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B&B DECKS AND MORE INC
5.0(
8
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Garage - Build

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired B & B deck to build a deck and gazebo in my backyard, and they did a great job. They were professional, punctual, and finished the project on time as promised. Their pricing was reasonable, and the quality of work exceeded my expectations. I would definitely recommend them."
Virginia Beach deck
Chesapeake deck
Chesapeake deck
Newport News
Triple boarder

+2

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Virginia Coastal Homes and Remodeling
5.0(
4
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - 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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

The steep slope of an A-frame roof withstands high winds, heavy rain, and heavy snowfall, making them popular all over the world. A-frames also offer simple, quick construction. Finally, an A-frame typically has large windows on the non-roof sides to let in a maximum amount of natural light. Consequently, they are often an affordable building solution for the right homeowner and location.

Yes, barn doors can be too heavy, although the limitation is usually imposed by the mounting hardware you buy and not your home’s framing, unless you’re building an unusually wide door. To keep the weight down, you can opt for 1-by material rather than 2-by material, and choose a softwood like pine rather than a hardwood like maple or oak. Check the weight limits on your mounting hardware, and always attach your door track to studs rather than to drywall anchors.

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.

You don’t typically need a permit to build a shed, but it’s best to check with your local city clerk to make sure before you start the project. Every town, city, and municipality can have different rules when it comes to any home improvement project. Homeowners associations sometimes have restrictions on the materials you can use on your property as well.

While it’s best to have access to large, healthy, strong trees in a safe position, treehouse living is still possible without them. Contractors can fit tree posts to build the structure onto or use posts as additional support alongside the trees themselves. If you’re in doubt about the suitability of the trees on your land, consult with a local treehouse builder before you start the project.

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