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Avatar for JDC Contracting
JDC Contracting
4.8(
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Estimate was a bit low and should have given more time line for things we cannot control like inspections other than that they did a most excellent job with building a deck with footings! Their craftsmanship was outstanding!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Advanced Home Services
4.6(
137
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"This is the 2nd time we've used AHS (Advanced Home Services). Monty is always very professional and efficient. He arrived this afternoon, took a look at the job and took care of it right away. Very professional, very personable and the price was more than fair! We will definitely use AHS again!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Shire Group LLC
5.0(
7
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Garage - Build

Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Shire Group builds real wood decks in Sun Prairie, Madison, and across Dane County. You get a free 3D design of your deck before a board is cut, a written price and timeline, and a crew you'll enjoy having in your backyard. Most importantly, we always call you back.\n\nMost people call us after a rough run with other contractors. Bids that never came, calls that were never returned, or a push toward plastic decking they didn't want. We specialize in real wood and stone because they're worth maintaining. \n\nShire Group builds real wood decks, real stone homes, and beautiful interiors that you can enjoy for decades. We also do basement remodels, interior remodels, and masonry. One of only a few crews in Wisconsin that can build a structural stone home. / Real materials. Real care. Real people. Get Your Free Deck Design.

Interior Stone
Rim boards + glulams
Location
Fireplace
South Face

+26

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S.R.M Contracting
4.2(
22
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"These guys were great! I hired them to install a laminate floor & baseboards in my lower level & they completed it quickly & professionally! I then used them to install a vanity/sink & toilet. Although the my bathroom was not plumbed for this, they were knowledgeable enough to get it done! I will continue to use them for all my handyman needs. Just a couple of nice guys with great talent!"
Remodel
Stair case rebuild
Remodel
Tree cutting and gutter cleaning
Stair case rebuild

+15

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Better Environmental Solutions, LLC
4.4(
18
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a deck that had settled, needed to be leveled. Brett was responsive to my request for a quote. Came out to my home next day to evaluate the job. Provided a solution. Provided a quote next day. Executed the plan to solve the problem. Quick turn around. Received quote on Tuesday, job completed on Thursday. Communicated well through the whole process."
Total kitchen remodel with granite counter
Updated condo kitchen
Yoga studio
Gazebo and yoga studio
Response time3 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Adam's Handyman & Remodeling Service
4.4(
221
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Adam and his partner Pat did a thorough remodel of our basement. They did everything from woodwork to painting to building walls and laying down floors. They did a tremendous job. They are very flexible so we were able to make changes on the fly. Their rates are than fair. If we had hired separate firms to do all the tasks at hand, the cost would have been prohibitive. We now use them for any work on our home."
Painting - Interior Project
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Interior painting
Kitchen remodel

+72

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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GF Company
4.6(
152
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"we had a large double window two windows one opening replaced they did a a good job made that room much warmer in winter which is what we were after it is now the warmest room in the house in the winter which is good as it is the room we spend most our time in. will defiantly be having them out to price gutters when we are ready in the spring."
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+19

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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ConstructAlly
5.0(
7
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build+1 more

Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"In a time when its hard to find quality, reliable help, my expectations for a good tradesman were not very high. I wanted to add a downstairs bathroom for my home and randomly selected a company. To my surprise, Dan Church and Construct Boss surpassed my expectations. They were very knowledgeable and helped me save in areas I would have overspent. His team was thorough and efficient while paying attention to the small details. It's nice to find a handyman you can depend on. Thanks Construct Boss!"
Original  Look
Original Space
Original Kitchen
Added Full Bathroom
Original Bathroom

+25

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Castle Construction
4.9(
9
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Alex was here on time. Did a great job replacing the damaged column and secured it in place, as it apparently wasn't when the house was built. Cleaned up the mess and even sent me pictures of the progress."
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Decks and Porches Project
Landscaping Project
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project

+64

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

While sheds are most certainly helpful for most homeowners, unfortunately, sheds do not add value to a home or property in the traditional sense. However, if the home has limited storage or garage space, having a shed to store things like decorations or lawn equipment can certainly be a positive if you want to sell.

The steep slope of an A-frame roof withstands high winds, heavy rain, and heavy snowfall, making them popular all over the world. A-frames also offer simple, quick construction. Finally, an A-frame typically has large windows on the non-roof sides to let in a maximum amount of natural light. Consequently, they are often an affordable building solution for the right homeowner and location.

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

Rather than using a common two-by-four piece of wood for a rafter, you probably will use two-by-six, two-by-eight, two-by-ten, or even two-by-twelve boards. Wider lumber is typically a better choice in a larger building as it provides more sturdiness. Some installers may use wider lumber for rafters near the edges of the roof, where the greatest stress occurs, and save money with narrower lumber toward the middle.

The time it takes to build a shed heavily depends on the type of shed you buy. A prefab shed can be built in 4 to 8 hours, while a custom shed will be built off-site over the span of 2 to 5 days. It then takes a few hours, depending on the location, to move the finished shed to its final location.

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