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Avatar for Maison Construction and Renovations
Maison Construction and Renovations
5.0(
18
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

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"Working with Maison was better than we could have imagined. My husband and I usually do most home projects on our own since we have heard horror stories about working with contractors. But our project involved creating an opening and stairs into the garage from the main house to the unfinished space above our garage. This was not something we could do ourselves not with juggling work and kids. Originally, the space above the garage could only be accessed by deck stairs outside. This was not ideal for us. We have three boys and did not want them to have to go outside to get to this room. We wanted to create a recreation room for this space, a place for our family to hang out. We had multiple area contractors come to give us a quote. Most of them did not want to tackle doing the stairs. They offered to finish the room but not do the stairs. Either we would not hear back from them, or they gave us quotes that were enough to build a brand-new house. We had given up hope on finding a contractor, so we decided just to contract somebody to do the stairs, and we would do the rest ourselves. Initially, we were asking Ken for a quote just for the stairs. But he wanted to do the whole job. Our first impression of Ken was that he was a good guy, so we took a leap of faith because we had become very skeptical of all contractors at that point. Maison pleasantly surprised us. Their work was ahead of schedule and meticulous. Ken and his crew were professional and a pleasure to work with. They exceeded our expectations. They were mindful to our work and family schedule. We would not hesitate to use them again. We recommend them for any home project you may have."
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
dark stained hardwood floor

+169

Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Thermal Home Exteriors, Inc.
4.0(
63
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Garage - Build

Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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."
Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Repairs Pro's
4.9(
141
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It's been so frustrating finding quality home repair professionals. I had a leak develop in my roof that went into my second bedroom. I called a total of 22 roofing companies. Some never called back, some were too busy, some agreed to call me back but never did, others agreed to show up and never did or wanted to charge $150 service fee for an estimate. Luckily, I found this company. Not only did the owner answer the phone and was professional and friendly, he came out the next day AND WAS ON TIME!! He listened to my concerns and immediately examined my roof. He explained everything to me as to what happened and why. Gave me a reasonable quote and said he'd be to my house Tuesday. Lo and behold, he came a day early and repaired my roof. He advised, after I asked , to give it a couple really hard rains before repairing my interior. Well, I've been through two heavy soaking rains, and just had a three inch rain from a tropical storm. My roof is officially fixed! I am so happy that I've found this company. I will be hiring them again to do drywall repair and whatever else I need. I've already shared this company's information with all of my local friends that are looking for estimates. Professional and gets the work done!!"
Response time6 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Virginia Home Renovations, LLC
4.3(
13
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Yaya Contracting, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have heard so many remodeling horror stories. From the moment we spoke to Gerardo and his team, I knew I had made the right choice. The results are beyond my dreams. I feel ulike I moved into a brand new home. We renovated my childhood home into our retirement haven. Yaya Contracting did not miss a single detail. They worked with an engineer to make sure we had no structural issues in the future. They went above and beyond what we expected. The design team helped us coordinate tiles, carpet and wood flooring. Gerardo and his team listened to our needs and made sure the job was done to perfection. I highly recommend Yaya Contracting!!!"
Custom Kitchen and Bathroom
Custom bathroom remodel
Screen Porch
Deck
Porch

+27

Response time12 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DRB Construction LLC
5.0(
4
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

**Call us directly at 804) 759-4925**- \nDRB Construction is a multi-generational family owned and operated residential contraction business. We turn houses into dream homes with our expert craftsmanship and commitment to excellence. Whether it's custom builds, renovations, or additions, our team works closely with the client to bring their vision to life from concept to completion. Contact us today for a free site consultation! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1JcWgqceJ2/

DRB Construction
DRB Construction
DRB Construction
DRB Construction
DRB Construction

+5

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
THERMAL HOME EXTERIORS INC.
3.8(
4
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Garage - Build

Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Barndominium Builders 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.

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

The most common slope, or roof pitch, for a shed is 4:12 or four inches of height for every horizontal foot. For areas that experience heavy snow loads, a steeper roof of 6:12 or 9:12 is best. 

You may need a local building permit and written permission from your homeowner’s association to install a shed, especially if you’re doing any substantial land clearing or installing electricity or plumbing. Permit requirements vary between municipalities, so research the local laws before starting your project. If you hire a contractor to build the shed, they can help determine which permits will be necessary.

Technically, most states allow tiny homes, but it depends on the definition of tiny and whether the structure is permanent. Zoning laws regarding home size and construction are significant factors. For instance, a tiny home may be legal as a recreational vehicle in most areas, but you may only install it on a property if it complies with building and zoning codes.

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