"Conrad Homes provided a stress free home remodeling experience. the staff was polite, communication was very good. The work product very good, That kind of experience is very hard to find. I recommend them for any construction project, you will pay a little more than others but the peace of mind is worth it."
"Handyman connections added stairs to one of my decks on a new construction home. The stairs look absolutely amazing. They also had the county inspect their work to ensure the work meets code. And the project was completed within the estimated budget. Kudos to the entire team to include Bruce, the craftsman that did most of the work on site."
"I am a rental property owner and live out of state and only had pictures of over grown trees and shrubs. Nathan was willing to work with me as I changed my mind about the scope of the job. He was always on site when he said he would be and did an excellent job trimming some shrubs and tree limbs. He sent pictures of the work that he did. My tenant was also pleased with the job. Nathan seems to be a very honest man and I recommend using him for yard work or whatever else you need help with."
"Joe showed up and was very professional and polite he hung my blinds and curtains very well and fast too i will be using their services whenever I need help"
"We were very happy and satisfied with work. The care to detale was amazing and appreciated. If you can imagine it, sketch it, or produce a picture of item, Kerwin can build it. We are extremely pleased and satisfied, and will continue to use kirwan for projects in and around our home. We highly recommend Kerwin without reservation for general to custom work for your home."
"The guys at Flood Crew are great. Bill is friendly, knowledgeable, and empathetic. He worked hard to keep things moving and everything turned out well."
"We had a small custom bathroom that needed redone including minor wall demo and custom shower tiling. The entire process from demo through finishing was wonderful. Very friendly, good communication and excellent work. Would highly recommend for any tile or similar jobs!"
"Kevin Clark and his company did an outstanding job on designing and building a beautiful storage building for us. He responded to our email quickly, met with us to see what our expectations were as far as what we wanted the structure to look like and what we intended the building to be used for. He made cost saving suggestions and in a day or so we received a professional appearing proposal. He was very involved throughout the building process. His crew was professional and hard working, showed up on time and the end result is outstanding. We would use Blue Ridge Carpentry again with no hesitation. "
Due to the expansion of the tiny house movement, you can usually find tiny houses to buy in your state. Prices range considerably based on size, style, and type. If you’re looking for a tiny home that’s move-in ready, you may be able to find a good deal to buy or a prefab dealer near you.
Tiny houses, often called tiny homes, need between 100 to 400 square feet, with the most common size being between 200 and 300 square feet. Tiny houses more than 400 square feet venture into apartment-size dwellings and may be considered more of a traditional house than a tiny home. The number of occupants, desired lifestyle, and furniture will all be major factors that determine the desired tiny house size.
Whether you should choose a flat roof or a sloped roof depends on your particular situation. Flat roofs tend to be less expensive to install. However, sloped roofs have longer lifespans and stand up better to heavy snow and other inclement weather.
Keep in mind that even a flat roof needs to have a slight slope, usually around 1/2 inch for every foot. If it is completely flat, water will pool and cause damage, either from weight or leakage or rot.
The term “cottage” is subjective, so there’s no rigid definition, but it generally refers to a small home with simple and purposeful architecture that embraces nature and focuses on charm over everything else. Cottages are typically 1 or 1 1/2-stories tall, usually with gabled roofs, and are built out of natural materials that help make the structure a part of the surrounding nature rather than something that stands out from it. A big part of what makes a cottage a cottage is the decor, which includes natural materials from the nearby area.
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.
The Shepherdstown, WV homeowners’ guide to barndominium building
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
If home is where the barn is, a barndominium may be the dream house you’ve been looking for. Here are all the details you need to know about barndominium costs.
A barndominium offers lots of advantages, including durability and versatility. But is building a barndominium the right choice for you? Let’s find out.