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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Dorset, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"Where do I start? I have known Steve for a few years now and he has tiled my entire front kitchen area and replaced outlets in my 1960s house, made me the sturdiest workbench ever, cleared my entire over grown pine tree area. He is the first one I call! Fair pricing and he always makes each job a priority and showed so much respect for myself and home."
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Secoy Custom Structures
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Dorset, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

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Emergency services offered

"Paul has now built us a shed, a new front porch and extended our back deck. All projects were completed in a timely manner and with attention to detail. I highly recommend his services."
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Rail City Hauling and Removal
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Dorset, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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Emergency services offered

"Our garage slab turned out GREAT!! We live in a rocky area with a lot drainage issues. Pat came is gave us his honest opinion and helped us plan the best way to position our garage for our property. He was reliable and his crew got the job done in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend him and use again for future projects!"
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Pole Barn Builders questions, answered by experts

Depending on your needs, you may find a storebought pole barn is a much less expensive option than a custom-built one. You can find pole barn kits from big box retailers starting at $11,000, but you will be limited when it comes to size and add-on features. As long as you have the necessary skills, you can save on labor costs by doing it yourself; but there are a lot of different skill sets you would need, and mistakes during the building process can lead to excessive repair bills later.

Complex plumbing is tricky and expensive in an off-the-ground dwelling like this. By considering options like composting toilets, rainwater collection, and gray-water sinks, you save money and help the environment. 

A steel frame costs 10% to 20% more than a wood frame. Wood is a much easier material to work with, more accessible, and generally more affordable than steel—plus, you need specialized tools to work with steel.

Whether you should choose a flat roof or a sloped roof depends on your particular situation. Flat roofs tend to be less expensive to install. However, sloped roofs have longer lifespans and stand up better to heavy snow and other inclement weather.

Keep in mind that even a flat roof needs to have a slight slope, usually around 1/2 inch for every foot. If it is completely flat, water will pool and cause damage, either from weight or leakage or rot.

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

The Dorset, VT homeowners’ guide to pole barn building services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

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    If you’ve ever wondered what precisely a pole barn is, you’re about to find out. Not many know the advantages and disadvantages to the cost, construction style, and flexibility of building one on your own or hiring a contractor for the job.

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    Learn how to hire a barn builder with expert guidance on finding qualified pros, asking the right questions, and ensuring your barn project succeeds.