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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

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.

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Kitchen renovation
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Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+7

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
33 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

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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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(
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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
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

The term “cottage” is subjective, so there’s no rigid definition, but it generally refers to a small home with simple and purposeful architecture that embraces nature and focuses on charm over everything else. Cottages are typically 1 or 1 1/2-stories tall, usually with gabled roofs, and are built out of natural materials that help make the structure a part of the surrounding nature rather than something that stands out from it. A big part of what makes a cottage a cottage is the decor, which includes natural materials from the nearby area.

It is recommended that you check with your local building official on barn building requirements and rules, since size restrictions vary greatly from region to region based on what your property is zoned for. Some cities limit barn construction depending on if your property is residential or commercial. The three main factors your building commission will evaluate are:

  • Height and lot coverage: How tall your barn is and how much of your total property it occupies

  • Setback: Distance between barn and property line

  • Easement: Legal right for another owner to access another’s property

Building a tiny house is the least complicated way to build, especially if you’re tackling the project as a DIY. The smaller size means less complex plans, more straightforward utility installation, and fewer ways to make costly errors. Tiny homes still need to conform to building codes and often have other applicable regulations, so be sure to get the proper permits and confirm your build is by the book.

The best lumber for building will be the strongest and most eco-friendly wood your budget allows. That being said, Douglas fir, pine, oak, and maple are all common building materials. Contractors will use a strong, inexpensive wood to frame a house or other structure and finer woods like mahogany for detail work. 

Whether pole barn posts should be set in concrete depends on the soil surrounding your home. If your soil is compact and digging conditions are agreeable, then setting pole barn posts in concrete is an ideal option.

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