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RICCON CONSTRUCTION LLC

16821 72ND AVE NE
4.37(
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RICCON CONSTRUCTION LLC

16821 72ND AVE NE
4.37(
19
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
105 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

Riccon Construction LLC is a Licensed & Insured General Contractor serving King & Snohomish County. We serve both residential and commercial customers and are listed with the Better Business Bureau. We offer quality craftsmanship at an affordable cost and treat every customer like family. We provide free estimates and are happy to meet you in person to discuss your next project.

"Fast, efficient and high quality workmanship. Jeff, Jon and their team were highly communicative and knowledgeable about our home remodel project. Will definitely be using them again!"

Bella K on February 2024

Riccon Construction LLC is a Licensed & Insured General Contractor serving King & Snohomish County. We serve both residential and commercial customers and are listed with the Better Business Bureau. We offer quality craftsmanship at an affordable cost and treat every customer like family. We provide free estimates and are happy to meet you in person to discuss your next project.

"Fast, efficient and high quality workmanship. Jeff, Jon and their team were highly communicative and knowledgeable about our home remodel project. Will definitely be using them again!"

Bella K on February 2024


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Skyline Builders WA INC

123 Main St.
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro

Skyline Builders WA INC

123 Main St.
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
200 local quotes requested

At Skyline Builders WA, we uphold the core values of honesty, reliability, and superior craftsmanship. Established in 2019, we specialize in transforming bathrooms and kitchens, bringing our expertise to Bellevue and the wider King County area as trusted general contractors. Licensed by the Washington State Board, our unwavering commitment to ensuring 100% customer satisfaction propels every project forward, guaranteeing a journey devoid of surprises or disappointments.

"Well, here is a contractor story you don’t always hear. My bathroom was remodeled late last year. Unfortunately, my tub started leaking into my neighbors condo. I texted Tony and heard back in 15 minutes. A crew was by the next day and it was fixed without questions and at no cost to me. This company has integrity, pride and excellent customer service. You will not be disappointed!!!!"

Rebecca H on May 2025

At Skyline Builders WA, we uphold the core values of honesty, reliability, and superior craftsmanship. Established in 2019, we specialize in transforming bathrooms and kitchens, bringing our expertise to Bellevue and the wider King County area as trusted general contractors. Licensed by the Washington State Board, our unwavering commitment to ensuring 100% customer satisfaction propels every project forward, guaranteeing a journey devoid of surprises or disappointments.

"Well, here is a contractor story you don’t always hear. My bathroom was remodeled late last year. Unfortunately, my tub started leaking into my neighbors condo. I texted Tony and heard back in 15 minutes. A crew was by the next day and it was fixed without questions and at no cost to me. This company has integrity, pride and excellent customer service. You will not be disappointed!!!!"

Rebecca H on May 2025


Vanderlip Construction Kitchen and Bath

8619 Fernwood St NE
4.91(
47
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Approved Pro

Vanderlip Construction Kitchen and Bath

8619 Fernwood St NE
4.91(
47
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

My family has been in the construction industry for nearly 100 years in this state. I personally have nearly 30 years of hands on experience. I have lived in WA state my entire life, my wife and I currently live in Olympia WA. My goal is to give a very high quality of craftsmanship for a fair price. I take the utmost pride in my craftmanship. While I have a (206) area code cell phone number please know that we are local (98516) and live off of Johnson Point Road in East Olympia. Please look at my photos here on Angie's List and also look me up on Facebook under Vanderlip Construction to see more. Thank you and please keep me in mind for your next home remodel.

"Vanderlip Construction brought our ideas and vision to a reality on a master and guest bathroom remodel in our 1961 rambler. Eric is both an organized contractor and an experienced craftsman. He is a thoughtful and very responsive communicator who we could always count on to perform the tasks he scheduled throughout our project. He brought in very skilled team of subcontractors who he made sure didn’t disrupt our home life and office work activities. Eric was generous with sharing his expertise and insights that helped us make decisions on key details. We had about an 80 percent design and selected all the tile, fixtures, and custom cabinets but Eric’s attention to detail brought it all together, especially on our counters and master bath shower. Always patient and friendly, he wanted to make sure we were satisfied with the progression and the outcomes. He’s also committed to backing up his work. I suffered a serious leg injury after the remodel and Eric kindly went the extra step to come to our house and install a new light fixture in our bedroom. He scored an A+ on both bathrooms and we made a new friend."

Paul B on February 2025

My family has been in the construction industry for nearly 100 years in this state. I personally have nearly 30 years of hands on experience. I have lived in WA state my entire life, my wife and I currently live in Olympia WA. My goal is to give a very high quality of craftsmanship for a fair price. I take the utmost pride in my craftmanship. While I have a (206) area code cell phone number please know that we are local (98516) and live off of Johnson Point Road in East Olympia. Please look at my photos here on Angie's List and also look me up on Facebook under Vanderlip Construction to see more. Thank you and please keep me in mind for your next home remodel.

"Vanderlip Construction brought our ideas and vision to a reality on a master and guest bathroom remodel in our 1961 rambler. Eric is both an organized contractor and an experienced craftsman. He is a thoughtful and very responsive communicator who we could always count on to perform the tasks he scheduled throughout our project. He brought in very skilled team of subcontractors who he made sure didn’t disrupt our home life and office work activities. Eric was generous with sharing his expertise and insights that helped us make decisions on key details. We had about an 80 percent design and selected all the tile, fixtures, and custom cabinets but Eric’s attention to detail brought it all together, especially on our counters and master bath shower. Always patient and friendly, he wanted to make sure we were satisfied with the progression and the outcomes. He’s also committed to backing up his work. I suffered a serious leg injury after the remodel and Eric kindly went the extra step to come to our house and install a new light fixture in our bedroom. He scored an A+ on both bathrooms and we made a new friend."

Paul B on February 2025


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ATG Built

8230 S. 192 St.
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro

ATG Built

8230 S. 192 St.
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 local quotes requested

ATG Built has been a trusted authority in Kitchen and Bathroom remodeling throughout the Greater Seattle area for over 11 years. Our expertise extends to a wide variety of services, catering to full home renovations, bathroom and kitchen remodels, and additions. Our comprehensive offerings includes securing permits, design, structural changes such as wall removal and beam installation, layout modifications, roofing, siding, staircase enhancements, heated floor installations, electrical work, mechanical systems, HVAC, plumbing, drywall, and the installation of custom or budget-friendly builder-grade cabinets and countertops. We take care of every aspect of your project, illuminating often overwhelming experience of coordinating with multiple contractors. Our one-on-one approach with each customer ensures that every detail is precise to industry standards. Prior to commencing your remodel, we offer a complimentary onsite estimate conducted by our project manager that helps to determine the necessary scope of work for your project. Following the onsite assessment, we encourage you to schedule an appointment in our showroom, where you can explore our selections. Our staff will guide you through the entire remodeling process, offering a various selections of stone, tile, and cabinet samples tailored to your project needs. In-house designers are available to assist you in making selections within your budget. Additionally, we specialize in in-house fabrication and installation of custom kitchen countertops, islands, vanities, and more. Our experienced team ensures a seamless project progression, addressing your inquiries and coordinating critical project tasks. ATG offers competitive and budget-friendly pricing, ensuring that your renovation goals are within reach. We look forward to working with you, and transform your dreams into reality. Additional phone number: (253)290-1963.

"Atlantic Tile & Granite did a great job on our kitchen countertops and island in our old house in 2013, so we had them to do the countertops and island for our newly built house (2023) as well. Once again, the outcome was nothing less than fantastic."

Scott W on August 2023

ATG Built has been a trusted authority in Kitchen and Bathroom remodeling throughout the Greater Seattle area for over 11 years. Our expertise extends to a wide variety of services, catering to full home renovations, bathroom and kitchen remodels, and additions. Our comprehensive offerings includes securing permits, design, structural changes such as wall removal and beam installation, layout modifications, roofing, siding, staircase enhancements, heated floor installations, electrical work, mechanical systems, HVAC, plumbing, drywall, and the installation of custom or budget-friendly builder-grade cabinets and countertops. We take care of every aspect of your project, illuminating often overwhelming experience of coordinating with multiple contractors. Our one-on-one approach with each customer ensures that every detail is precise to industry standards. Prior to commencing your remodel, we offer a complimentary onsite estimate conducted by our project manager that helps to determine the necessary scope of work for your project. Following the onsite assessment, we encourage you to schedule an appointment in our showroom, where you can explore our selections. Our staff will guide you through the entire remodeling process, offering a various selections of stone, tile, and cabinet samples tailored to your project needs. In-house designers are available to assist you in making selections within your budget. Additionally, we specialize in in-house fabrication and installation of custom kitchen countertops, islands, vanities, and more. Our experienced team ensures a seamless project progression, addressing your inquiries and coordinating critical project tasks. ATG offers competitive and budget-friendly pricing, ensuring that your renovation goals are within reach. We look forward to working with you, and transform your dreams into reality. Additional phone number: (253)290-1963.

"Atlantic Tile & Granite did a great job on our kitchen countertops and island in our old house in 2013, so we had them to do the countertops and island for our newly built house (2023) as well. Once again, the outcome was nothing less than fantastic."

Scott W on August 2023


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Builder Land LLC

965 Westridge Way NE
5.00(
19
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Approved Pro

Builder Land LLC

965 Westridge Way NE
5.00(
19
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

We, Edward and Poul Stolyarenko, father and son, are the founders of Builder Land LLC. We share 42 years of collective construction experience between the two of us. We operate our family business in Great Seattle Washington state where we put a lot of hard work and passion into improving people's lives through turning their dreams and vision into reality and providing them a home that they love spending time in and a space that is more functional. Our values are integrity and honesty. We are fair in our project assessment and estimating. We strive to provide excellent communication and to always exceed your expectations. We take pride in our work and want every project to be a masterpiece. We hope to get the chance to work with you and help improve your home. Call or text us directly at (949) 562-8531 or email today to chat about your project!

"Builder Land did an amazing job with my project! I can't recommend them enough-very pleased with their work and the experience working with them! I have a small business that I wanted to add a shower and have the existing bathroom remodeled. From the beginning Edward took the time to hear all the details of the project and understand them, he also was very helpful with offering ideas when I was unsure of some of the design details. He has a good eye for excellence and didn't miss a detail. Edward and his crew were very professional, personable, respectful and cleanly. Within 48 hours of committing to the project he started the demo and it didn't stop until it was fully done in the projected time. 10/10 recommend going with Builder Land!"

Micaela B on January 2023

We, Edward and Poul Stolyarenko, father and son, are the founders of Builder Land LLC. We share 42 years of collective construction experience between the two of us. We operate our family business in Great Seattle Washington state where we put a lot of hard work and passion into improving people's lives through turning their dreams and vision into reality and providing them a home that they love spending time in and a space that is more functional. Our values are integrity and honesty. We are fair in our project assessment and estimating. We strive to provide excellent communication and to always exceed your expectations. We take pride in our work and want every project to be a masterpiece. We hope to get the chance to work with you and help improve your home. Call or text us directly at (949) 562-8531 or email today to chat about your project!

"Builder Land did an amazing job with my project! I can't recommend them enough-very pleased with their work and the experience working with them! I have a small business that I wanted to add a shower and have the existing bathroom remodeled. From the beginning Edward took the time to hear all the details of the project and understand them, he also was very helpful with offering ideas when I was unsure of some of the design details. He has a good eye for excellence and didn't miss a detail. Edward and his crew were very professional, personable, respectful and cleanly. Within 48 hours of committing to the project he started the demo and it didn't stop until it was fully done in the projected time. 10/10 recommend going with Builder Land!"

Micaela B on January 2023


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Baklinski Home Improvement

PO Box 1102
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro

Baklinski Home Improvement

PO Box 1102
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 local quotes requested

At Baklinski Home Improvement, we focus on giving you a great experience in all our services. We save you money on your repair bills and add value to your home. We reduce your stress of having to call many contractors to complete different aspects of your job. Our prices are affordable and we get the job done right the first time ? with no shortcuts. No job is too big or too small for us to tackle. Give us a call so that we can help you with your next project.

"The job was done perfectly! The contractor was very professional and had great attention to details. I could discuss with him a few different options and pros and cons of each. He was showing on time everyday and working very hard. Finished project looked exactly as I wanted it. The only minor problem (hot/cold water pipes connected to opposite ends) was fixed next day after reporting it."

Karol K on August 2024

At Baklinski Home Improvement, we focus on giving you a great experience in all our services. We save you money on your repair bills and add value to your home. We reduce your stress of having to call many contractors to complete different aspects of your job. Our prices are affordable and we get the job done right the first time ? with no shortcuts. No job is too big or too small for us to tackle. Give us a call so that we can help you with your next project.

"The job was done perfectly! The contractor was very professional and had great attention to details. I could discuss with him a few different options and pros and cons of each. He was showing on time everyday and working very hard. Finished project looked exactly as I wanted it. The only minor problem (hot/cold water pipes connected to opposite ends) was fixed next day after reporting it."

Karol K on August 2024


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Emanuel Remodeling LLC

5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro

Emanuel Remodeling LLC

5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 local quotes requested

We are a custom remodeling Company serving Washington State residential and commercial projects, registered business with professional workers. Hire us for bathroom, kitchen and living projects. Full remodel experienced company based in the Seattle Area. Working on residential and commercials projects. We cover all areas of a remodel job, as we declaring our competencies are wide, our possibilities are too: no job is too small, no job is too big. Let's meet and talk about your new project.

"Daniel and Team were professional from Day 1. Clear and timely communication through out the entire project was very helpful and the end results speak for themselves! The bathroom turned out so beautiful and functional! Everyone in the house and guests love it. The team was punctual everyday, on time, did not miss a day. We did not need to any follow ups because the team kept giving updates at every step. All the little details are handled meticulously and more. Emmanuel Remodeling LLC made a stressful remodel project a delightful team project!"

Sravanthi N on August 2024

We are a custom remodeling Company serving Washington State residential and commercial projects, registered business with professional workers. Hire us for bathroom, kitchen and living projects. Full remodel experienced company based in the Seattle Area. Working on residential and commercials projects. We cover all areas of a remodel job, as we declaring our competencies are wide, our possibilities are too: no job is too small, no job is too big. Let's meet and talk about your new project.

"Daniel and Team were professional from Day 1. Clear and timely communication through out the entire project was very helpful and the end results speak for themselves! The bathroom turned out so beautiful and functional! Everyone in the house and guests love it. The team was punctual everyday, on time, did not miss a day. We did not need to any follow ups because the team kept giving updates at every step. All the little details are handled meticulously and more. Emmanuel Remodeling LLC made a stressful remodel project a delightful team project!"

Sravanthi N on August 2024


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DRLC General Contractor

14575 Northeast 35th Street
4.92(
25
)
Approved Pro

DRLC General Contractor

14575 Northeast 35th Street
4.92(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
347 local quotes requested

My specialties are home remodeling all interior and exterior work Interior and exterior painting Drywall installation Floor installation Landscape Roofing Epoxy coating This is a self owned company that provide excellent customer service by ensuring your dream becomes a reality

"Excellent. They are true artisans. And they stand behind their work."

Vickie E on August 2025

My specialties are home remodeling all interior and exterior work Interior and exterior painting Drywall installation Floor installation Landscape Roofing Epoxy coating This is a self owned company that provide excellent customer service by ensuring your dream becomes a reality

"Excellent. They are true artisans. And they stand behind their work."

Vickie E on August 2025


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Classic Remodeling NW Inc

9502 19th Ave SE
4.54(
41
)
Approved Pro

Classic Remodeling NW Inc

9502 19th Ave SE
4.54(
41
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
41 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

At Classic Remodeling NW. Inc. our mission is to build lifelong family relationships with our clients, co-workers and community neighborhoods through the remodeling process. Our guiding principles are those of commitment, honesty and personal accountability through a high level of communication and respect for one another. We can build or remodel any part of your house to make your dreams come true! Communication is a tool we use every day to make sure we know what you want. We keep your home neat and clean the entire time we are working and make sure that your satisfied. With Classic Remodeling NW Inc., you are not just a customer, you are family. Our team gets to know you personally so we can make sure your dream will come to life and you will be more than satisfied with the results, and the cost! We build our team on "Honesty, Ethics, and Morals". Let us show you the Classic Remodeling NW Inc. difference!

"I am a repeat customer, so I knew the carpenter, Joe, coming in. I started by using their design contractor. I gave her the colors and ideas (beach theme, ceramic wood-look floor tiles), and she pulled the rest together. Invaluable because I can't trust my own taste. They removed a square shower in the corner and a set of shelves next to it, and glassed in that end of the room for a full shower. We put tile down along the whole room, with a recessed shower pan, and a linear drain against the wall. Joe built-in medicine cabinets, and trim all around the room, per my design pictures. The subs included a glass door guy, the plumber, the tiler, painter, and the countertop slab tiler. We also had some work done in our hallway. They removed the single boob light from the middle, and installed two recessed lights on either end, along with putting two switch boxes on either end of the hallway. Joe built a floor to ceiling cabinet in a 13” dead space at the end of the hallway, which included a laundry hamper on tracks, cubbies, and shelves. And then on a whim, I asked to have our old hallway linen cupboard doors replaced to match the new ones. We had two leaks during and after, but one reason I would use them again, is how they handled both times. One was a leak from the plug on the toilet supply. We found it on a Saturday morning, and I ended up waking up our carpenter with my text. He came out and figured it out and fixed it by 1. The other one was after everything was done and cleaned up, and we had paid for everything. The basement bathroom ceiling, fan, and wall below the master was wet one day, and we realized a joint in the pipe from the master toilet to the stack was slowly dripping between the two rooms. I texted Joe again, and he referred me to our GC, who came out with a plumber and fixed it. They had to make a hole in the downstairs drywall, so he has been coming back regularly to put three layers of mud on the new drywall. I was so sure that they would regretfully find that it wasn't their fault and we would have to deal with the cost and bother of finding a plumber and carpenter. Start to finish, it took about four months, but three weeks of that was the initial tile order, and another three for an incorrect tile order."

JOELLE B on March 2019

At Classic Remodeling NW. Inc. our mission is to build lifelong family relationships with our clients, co-workers and community neighborhoods through the remodeling process. Our guiding principles are those of commitment, honesty and personal accountability through a high level of communication and respect for one another. We can build or remodel any part of your house to make your dreams come true! Communication is a tool we use every day to make sure we know what you want. We keep your home neat and clean the entire time we are working and make sure that your satisfied. With Classic Remodeling NW Inc., you are not just a customer, you are family. Our team gets to know you personally so we can make sure your dream will come to life and you will be more than satisfied with the results, and the cost! We build our team on "Honesty, Ethics, and Morals". Let us show you the Classic Remodeling NW Inc. difference!

"I am a repeat customer, so I knew the carpenter, Joe, coming in. I started by using their design contractor. I gave her the colors and ideas (beach theme, ceramic wood-look floor tiles), and she pulled the rest together. Invaluable because I can't trust my own taste. They removed a square shower in the corner and a set of shelves next to it, and glassed in that end of the room for a full shower. We put tile down along the whole room, with a recessed shower pan, and a linear drain against the wall. Joe built-in medicine cabinets, and trim all around the room, per my design pictures. The subs included a glass door guy, the plumber, the tiler, painter, and the countertop slab tiler. We also had some work done in our hallway. They removed the single boob light from the middle, and installed two recessed lights on either end, along with putting two switch boxes on either end of the hallway. Joe built a floor to ceiling cabinet in a 13” dead space at the end of the hallway, which included a laundry hamper on tracks, cubbies, and shelves. And then on a whim, I asked to have our old hallway linen cupboard doors replaced to match the new ones. We had two leaks during and after, but one reason I would use them again, is how they handled both times. One was a leak from the plug on the toilet supply. We found it on a Saturday morning, and I ended up waking up our carpenter with my text. He came out and figured it out and fixed it by 1. The other one was after everything was done and cleaned up, and we had paid for everything. The basement bathroom ceiling, fan, and wall below the master was wet one day, and we realized a joint in the pipe from the master toilet to the stack was slowly dripping between the two rooms. I texted Joe again, and he referred me to our GC, who came out with a plumber and fixed it. They had to make a hole in the downstairs drywall, so he has been coming back regularly to put three layers of mud on the new drywall. I was so sure that they would regretfully find that it wasn't their fault and we would have to deal with the cost and bother of finding a plumber and carpenter. Start to finish, it took about four months, but three weeks of that was the initial tile order, and another three for an incorrect tile order."

JOELLE B on March 2019


Carrington Homes Llc

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro

Carrington Homes Llc

5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 local quotes requested

Carrington Homes is a provider of a variety of remodeling services, including but not limited to kitchen, baths, cabinets, and countertops, removing nonstructural walls, freshen up outdated spaces, replace windows, repair or replace siding, resurfacing decks, repair decks, new decks, repair or replace exterior stairs and railings, relocate or update electrical and plumbing through the use of trusted licensed electrician and plumbing subcontractors.

"Gary and Tom are a couple of down to earth guys who made our deck a wonderful place of relaxation. The level of detail to ensure a good solid end product was exceptional. We will definitely call them for future projects. Honest team, honest workmanship they are the way to go. Dylan from MRB painting (whom we had paint our home- outstanding job. introduced us to Gary and Tom. Thanks on that and Buddy the electrician completed our deck for lighting and hot tub and sauna electrical. What a wonderful full team of superior experience they return to the homeowner. They handled everything and it all ran smoothly. Thank you all."

Terri C on October 2025

Carrington Homes is a provider of a variety of remodeling services, including but not limited to kitchen, baths, cabinets, and countertops, removing nonstructural walls, freshen up outdated spaces, replace windows, repair or replace siding, resurfacing decks, repair decks, new decks, repair or replace exterior stairs and railings, relocate or update electrical and plumbing through the use of trusted licensed electrician and plumbing subcontractors.

"Gary and Tom are a couple of down to earth guys who made our deck a wonderful place of relaxation. The level of detail to ensure a good solid end product was exceptional. We will definitely call them for future projects. Honest team, honest workmanship they are the way to go. Dylan from MRB painting (whom we had paint our home- outstanding job. introduced us to Gary and Tom. Thanks on that and Buddy the electrician completed our deck for lighting and hot tub and sauna electrical. What a wonderful full team of superior experience they return to the homeowner. They handled everything and it all ran smoothly. Thank you all."

Terri C on October 2025

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Storm Shelters questions, answered by experts

Pole barns and carports are similar in that they rely on posts for support and are often not connected to a primary structure. The main difference between the two is that pole barns usually include walls that surround the entire perimeter of the structure, while carports generally remain open on three or four sides. It’s possible to insulate garage doors and even exterior walls on pole barns to create a comfortable workspace, and it’s a bit more secure for storage purposes. However, carports are more affordable.

Technically, there isn't a difference between safe rooms and storm shelters. Both are designed to protect you from storms and extreme weather events. People often use “safe room” when discussing a shelter inside a building and storm shelter when talking about a detached unit. 

Additionally, a safe room is understood to have more functions than a storm shelter. You may seek shelter in a safe room when you believe an intruder is in the home or when under another type of threat. 

Modular homes can be a great investment, especially for those who find the prices of stick-built real estate too high. Modular homes are usually much more affordable because they’re mass-manufactured and then assembled on-site or delivered mostly assembled. If they’re installed properly and by professionals, they can last for between 50 and 100 years, potentially making them an outstanding investment.

You can customize your storm shelter to any depth, but you’ll want to pay special attention to the water table on your property. Avoid installing an in-ground storm shelter less than 10 feet from the mean sea level, as this can lead to leaks. Get in touch with a storm shelter builder for a professional recommendation on how deep yours should be. 

The number of rooms a guest house should have really depends on your needs. A small guest house might only need one bedroom, a bathroom, a living room, and a kitchen. Larger units may have multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. Your local building codes may limit the number of rooms or square footage you can have in a guest house.

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