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Avatar for Dubs Concrete and Construction, LLC
Dubs Concrete and Construction, LLC
4.7(
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We were extremely pleased with Tim and his crew at Dubs concrete and construction. Our stamped concrete patio exceeded all of our expectations! We would highly recommend them for your next project."
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Pole Billding
Pole Billding

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Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sullivan Exteriors
4.7(
44
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

"Mr. Sullivan brought an assistant and they cleaned our Appleton 2-story Victorian home's gutters and repaired a spot damaged by an ice dam in last year's severe winter. They were pleasant and professional. I would recommend them for this work and will be calling them soon for another gutter cleaning.
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Schwanz Custom Homes, LLC
Schwanz Custom Homes, LLC
5.0(
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!\n\n\n

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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J’S Cleaning & Handyman Services
4.9(
7
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

J’S Cleaning & Handyman Services provides superior quality residential cleaning services. No booking minimum. There are no cancellation fees. No contracts. We provide all cleaning supplies. If you have any preferred cleaning brands that you would like to supply then we can use them instead. Contact us to book a in-person estimate.

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

Yes, barn doors can be too heavy, although the limitation is usually imposed by the mounting hardware you buy and not your home’s framing, unless you’re building an unusually wide door. To keep the weight down, you can opt for 1-by material rather than 2-by material, and choose a softwood like pine rather than a hardwood like maple or oak. Check the weight limits on your mounting hardware, and always attach your door track to studs rather than to drywall anchors.

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

Average barndominiums last between 50 and 150 years depending on the materials they are made from, how well they are maintained, and the environment they are built in. Barndominiums are very durable and have a much longer lifespan than traditional wood homes. With proper care and maintenance, well-built barndominium homes can last generations. 

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.

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.

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