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Armon Renovations
5.0(
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Serving Appleton, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Armon Renovations did several projects on my home including garage tear down & rebuild, tear out and replace concrete porch, new roof, siding & gutters & installation of a vinyl fence. Quincy Armon was very responsive & addressed any concerns I had. Overall, I am very happy with the work done."
Garage build
Garage build
Custom home build
Custom home build
Custom home build

+8

Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elite Building & Design
3.7(
6
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Serving Appleton, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Elite Building and Design did a great job on our deck as well as an addition of a gym and spa in our basement area. The attention to detail, craftsmanship and integrity of their work is unmatched in the industry today! Old school work ethic and values, with modern solutions and innovation. Extremely talented, high end carpentry and building. Our home definitely stands out from the rest! Highly recommend!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.4(
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Serving Appleton, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with Sentri Homes - their customer service was excellent. They sent a subcontractor to install some vinyl laminate in my bathroom and he ended up getting glue all over the carpet in our bedroom. The sub ended up ghosting both me and Sentri, leaving me stuck with a ruined carpet. Sentri stuck with me for over a month to get the carpet replaced with the identical original and to get the vinyl job 100% completed. The carpet was a Home Depot exclusive and Sentri handled everything with them. I will be using Sentri for a much bigger renovation I have coming up soon, because I know that they will make sure everything gets done right no matter what problems come up. The vinyl looks great too."
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Ascended Constructions
New to Angi

Serving Appleton, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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A&M General Construction LLC
4.6(
8
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Serving Appleton, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Antonio remodeled our bathroom with a costum shower along with other little projects throughout the house. I highly recommend him and his crew. Would hire them again."
Roof and windows
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Roof and windows

+25

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Sears Home Improvement Products
3.7(
1,712
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Serving Appleton, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1886

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sears Home Improvement Products have washers and fittings to repair washing machines and such. The staff seem real knowledgeable and they were friendly with my son when my son was asking the sort of questions he asks everyone! The pricing is reasonable."
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Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Just Two Guys Remodeling LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Appleton, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were extremely pleased with the work done by Two Guys Remodeling. They were able to start the project within our time needs. The flooring they installed looks perfect and we are looking forward to many years with the beautiful job as it was done."
Oshkosh Basement remodel
Oshkosh Basement remodel
Oshkosh Basement remodel
Oshkosh Basement remodel
Oshkosh Basement remodel

+28

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Home Building questions, answered by experts

Functional home building projects, like structural or electrical modifications, require permits and mandatory inspections before you cover the work. Cosmetic updates, such as interior painting, proceed year-round without weather dependency. However, functional exterior repairs in WI are highly season-dependent and must occur between May and October. Deferring functional repairs causes rapid damage escalation during freeze-thaw cycles, turning minor cracks into severe structural issues within a single winter.

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A frequent home building mistake is starting concrete foundation work too late in the fall. The ground in Appleton freezes by late November, causing concrete poured in cold temperatures to fail. Another major error is ignoring negative grading around the foundation, which leads to basement water intrusion. Finally, homeowners often skip necessary permits for basement finishes or incorrectly address ice dams with cosmetic fixes instead of proper attic insulation.

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When planning home building, account for the region's heavy clay soils and a 48-inch frost depth, which directly dictate your foundation design. Appleton spans three counties, so zoning rules vary by exact location. Properties near the Fox River face additional wetland restrictions and high water tables requiring engineered drainage. Finally, factor in significant wind exposure and heavy snow loads when selecting your roofing materials and attic ventilation.

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Build your home building inspection routine around the seasons. In spring, inspect your foundation for new cracks caused by frost heave and test your sump pump. Summer is the primary window to complete exterior roofing or masonry projects. By fall, you must finalize all exterior concrete work before Appleton experiences its first hard freeze. During winter, check your attic for condensation and start planning your upcoming spring projects.

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During home building, you must decide whether to simply meet or exceed WI state code minimums for insulation and window sizing. You also need to choose between a passive or active radon mitigation system during the framing stage. Additionally, you must finalize mechanical system zoning early. If you live in a newer subdivision, expect to navigate separate neighborhood architectural reviews alongside standard city permit requirements.

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