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Thermal Home Exteriors, Inc.
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Serving Lakeside, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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"The Thermal Home Exterior's friendly and professional crew arrived as scheduled and the roofing job was completed like a well oiled machine. The entire job was completed within 7 hours. The service provided was fast and very efficient. The roof looks great and carries the GAF liftetime warranty. I would certainly recommend this company."
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Serving Lakeside, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"I hired Repair Pros for major roof work on a large 2-story Victorian home with an old tin roof. They did such an excellent job with the roof and repairs to the built-in gutters, i hired them a second time to repair all the soffits. I was extremely pleased with the professional work from the owner of the company and his crew. They'll definitely be my first choice when i need any further projects done!"
Response time5 hrs
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VMAX LLC
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Serving Lakeside, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Perhaps you love your home but feel it’s time for a transformation—whether that means new finishes, a reimagined kitchen, or a major addition to accommodate your lifestyle. VMAX LLC specializes in custom home building and large-scale residential renovations designed to elevate both the beauty and functionality of your home.\n\nWe work closely with each client to fully understand the vision, scope, and budget of every project. Our team brings innovative ideas and modern construction techniques to create spaces that enhance comfort, efficiency, and long-term value.\n\nVMAX LLC is a trusted custom home builder and remodeling contractor serving the Richmond Metropolitan area. Known for reliability, craftsmanship, and attention to detail, we are committed to delivering exceptional results and homes our clients truly love.

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Virginia Home Renovations, LLC
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Serving Lakeside, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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"We originally hired a different company who caused damage to my house and none of their work passed inspection. Virginia Home Renovations not only fixed the extensive damage caused by the first company but did an amazing job finishing the renovations we wanted in the first place! I'm soooooo happy with my home now!"
Response time2 days
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Draft H Construction, LLC
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Serving Lakeside, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"Draft H Construction did an excellent job with my concrete tack room and barn floors, as well as a stamped concrete patio and side walk at the house. Absolutely beautiful and very quick installation. Highly recommend!"
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THERMAL HOME EXTERIORS INC.
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Serving Lakeside, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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"This job was scheduled to take two days to complete.  The crew started work on 2/27/12 at 3:00pm and finished around 5:30pm but promised to start the next day at 9:00 or 9:30am.  On 2/28/12 the crew started at 11:30am but stated the job would be completed at the end of the day.  The crew stopped working at 4:15pm and the job was not completed. No work could be performed on 2/29/12  because it rained all day.  The job was completed on 3/1/12.  I was pleased with the finished product but I was very disappointed with the  responsiveness, punctuality and professionalism that the crew exhibited.  Chris is a professional businessman  and I enjoyed his presentation.  I gave him the job based on favorable comments from a prior customer on Angie's list.  Unfortunately Chris was not doing the work, his crew did not share the same professionalism."
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

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 construction stage is almost always the longest part of building a house. Within this stage, framing often takes the most time, lasting anywhere from one week to a couple of months, depending on the home's size, the crew, and the time of year. Other parts of the construction phase include pouring the foundation and installing doors, windows, a roof, siding, drywall, and flooring. The planning and design phase can also be very time-consuming, sometimes taking months or even years, especially for a custom home. The final finishing process, which includes painting and installing trim, is typically shorter than the construction or planning stages.

Rather than using a common two-by-four piece of wood for a rafter, you probably will use two-by-six, two-by-eight, two-by-ten, or even two-by-twelve boards. Wider lumber is typically a better choice in a larger building as it provides more sturdiness. Some installers may use wider lumber for rafters near the edges of the roof, where the greatest stress occurs, and save money with narrower lumber toward the middle.

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.

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