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Fresh Start Remodeling and Repair, LLC
4.7(
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Garage - Build

Serving Lowell, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"James and Dustin did a great job. They were here when they said they would be, good communication, very professional! Never left a mess, and very accommodating. We would definitely recommend Fresh Start Remodeling and Repair."
Recommended by41%of homeowners
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Kennison Construction LLC
4.2(
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Garage - Build

Serving Lowell, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Emilio and Trevor arrived when they said they would and performed the reno within the time frame estimated. They communicated well and respected the fact we work from home (noise level, etc.)"
Bathroom remodel
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Josh's Handyman Service
4.0(
21
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Lowell, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Although not done for me directly, I was witness from start to completion, Josh planned and prepared the demolition of of the existing floor, made necessary improvements and laid the new floor with fine attention to detail resulting in a professional finish. A jack of all trades he is with knowledge of many home repairs and improvements. Also have seen the results of numerous small engine repairs and service with excellent results. I would recommend him for any household maintenance and beyond."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Bathroom remodel
Kitchen remodel
Adding supports and blocking

+94

Recommended by94%of homeowners
Pulaski Electric
5.0(
4
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Lowell, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Pulaski Electric is locally owned and operated out of the Rockingham area. We offer commercial and residential electrical services and I know what it takes to get your home back in shape.\n\nWe are offering excellent service, and we strive to give our customers the best finished service possible. We are a small, family-owned business so we can provide the attention to detail that those big chains can't offer. Our staff will leave you feeling good about opening your front door every day.\n\nWe offer free estimates and would love to hear from you soon. Please call or click for a free estimate today

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

While a romantic getaway in a vacation treehouse may sound appealing, building one to live in year-round comes with more challenges. However, a growing number of people are adopting this small-scale living approach to appreciate an off-the-grid, private lifestyle. It allows you to feel closer to nature in a sustainable, customizable, minimalist, and eco-friendly way.

Adding an extension or addition to your home costs more than a loft conversion in all but the rarest cases where the home's structural integrity is lacking. Because a home addition requires a new foundation section or significant structural upgrades to handle a cantilevered portion, the cost compared to almost any loft conversion is significantly greater for the same square footage.

The difference between a pole barn and a stick-built barn is in the construction. Large poles in the ground provide support for pole barns. For stick-built barns, 2-by-4 or 2-by-6 lumber (known as sticks) create a frame around load-bearing beams. Stick-built construction is far more popular for residential homes. Pole barns are more cost-effective because they require fewer materials and less labor.

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.

The maximum size of a tiny home you can move depends on your state transportation guidelines, but the rule of thumb is a maximum of 400 square feet. However, as long as it falls within the local limits for traveling on public roadways, you should be good to hit the road.

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