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Outdoor Home Center, LLC
4.3(
43
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had an excellent experience from the first meeting to discuss options, to the decision to purchase, to the build. The shed build was easily scheduled and completed within one day. The value for the cost is better than we could have hoped. Highly recommend them for shed building."
 Crew building 10 x 14 quaker
 12 x 16 wood sided Quaker
 8 x 10 garden Quaker
 12 foot white vinyl octagon gazebo on sub-frame
 8 x 10 vinyl sided A-Frame

+13

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Hndyguy, LLC
4.6(
107
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Joe to replace our deck. To give an idea about the overall size of the job, it was about $6000. Joe and his associate did a great job replacing all the boards and building new railing on one of the sides that did not have it. They are knowledgeable about they do and their conduct throughout the job was professional. Joe was particularly good in terms of communication and accommodated all our requests (e.g. we wanted to use grade #1 lumber and screws instead of nails). They finished the job in a timely manner, working every days as weather permitted. We highly recommend Joe."
Kitchen Remodel granite tops
Kitchen Remodel granite tops
Deck Repair
Springfield Deck
Mantel

+40

Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Century Bathrooms & Kitchens
4.9(
79
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We just completed a full master bathroom renovation with Century Bathrooms and Kitchens and are thrilled with the outcome, and love our new bath. Working with Daniel and Erika really set Century apart from other contractors, and in meeting and discussing our project with them it was that sense of trust that helped us select them over other proposals. They communicated with us before the project began and throughout, until it was completed. There was no detail too small or request that they did not work to meet. Not having completed a large project like this before, we relied heavily on their design guidance and experience to arrive at the final specifications, and we’re glad we did. The crew was also outstanding. From protecting our home with floor and furniture coverings, and barriers around the outside of the bathroom, to cleaning up after each day, it made the whole project easy to deal with. Much like Daniel and Erika, you could tell from their workmanship and attention to detail that they cared about the work they were doing and wanted the best outcome possible. As far as the budget and final billing for the project, there were no surprises. The cost proposal we were presented at the start of the project was precisely the same cost at final payment. I would highly recommend Century Bathrooms and Kitchens (and Daniel and Erika) without reservations and would definitely work with them again."
Master Bathroom with barrier free shower with custom glass shower enclosure.  Free standing tub & tub filler.  Niches, body sprays, rain shower, corner bench inside shower.  Porcelain tile that mimics marble throughout bathroom.
Tub to barrier free shower conversion with custom glass
12”x24” light gray porcelain floor tile
Gainsville curbless shower with bench
Barrier free shower with custom glass enclosure.

+54

Response time2 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Better Built Northwest LLC
4.8(
18
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We used the owner to build a fence around our large backyard before and since we were so satisfied with his and his team's work, it was a natural choice for us to have him build our deck as well. Caleb, Mike and team were as expected very easy to communicate with, punctual and open in communication, always accessible to us for questions and of course they did an outstanding job building our new structure! We have received many, many compliments from everybody passing by on our new deck. The team build the upper deck as a free standing deck according to code, they added engineered wood decking, railing and the stairs going down. They also removed our dining room window and replaced it with a French door. We have a brick exterior which made it a bit more challenging to replace our window but Mike and team had no issue completing 90% of the demolition and door install within one day, leaving us with a closed off house at the end of the day. All dry wall work inside the house, including fixing the floors inside the house was completed by the team in a very professional manner. An external dry wall gut was hired to ensure quality and rapid work. The team also did not hesitate to complete a small change in the middle of the project with no hassle and at no extra cost. The team was very accommodative to any sort of feedback or requests. The project was completed within the timeframe promised (2 weeks). The materials used are of high quality. We are extremely pleased with the outcome of this project and will not hesitate to call Better Build Northwest again for our future projects! Thanks so much again Caleb, Mike and team for the great work!"
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+46

Recommended by94%of homeowners
Manuel Remodeling
5.0(
24
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

"It was on time, as promised and to schedule. Santosh is very knowledgeable and fair price listen to your need and answers to your questions. Pricing is upfront and reasonable. His response is quick and timely. I would recommend him for any type of home remodeling. He did all drywall, plumbing, Electrical, roofing, painting, flooring, you name it. His work is clean and as promised. He has done multiple projects for me. He is my go to guy. I would recommend him without any reservations. I usually do my own handyman work, but now I found him I stored my tools away."
Remodeling - Basements Project
Carpentry - Woodworking Project
Carpentry - Woodworking Project
Carpentry - Woodworking Project
Carpentry - Woodworking Project

+27

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Town & Country Sheds
4.4(
9
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

"Terrific job.  We love our shed.  We priced multiple services and had two at-home estimates and town and country had the best quality for the price.  They will custom build whatever size shed you want, unlike the big box stores, and were competitively priced with the big box stores.  They were very professional - prompt, responsive and easy to work with.  The crew showed up on time and finished the work in one day and the shed looks fantastic.  We've now had it for a year and it is wonderful - it still looks brand new and is very functional.  We are moving and are sad to leave our shed, but we plan to use town and country again to build a new shed and the next house."
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The Heritage
The Estate
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FAQs for shed, barn or playhouse building service projects in Alexandria, VA

Most sheds larger than six feet by eight feet require a foundation to remain level and dry. A compact tool shed might get by without one, but anything heavier should sit on at least a 4-inch-thick stone-and-gravel pad that extends two feet past the walls. The gravel protects wood skids and promotes drainage. If you want maximum stability—and your budget allows—a poured concrete slab is the strongest option.

Your ideal shed size hinges on purpose. A common 10-by-12-foot kit gives you 120 square feet—plenty for lawn tools and bikes. Need just a spot for a mower and a few rakes? A compact 4-by-7-foot model should work. If you’re envisioning a workshop or hobby room, look at 12-by-16 feet or larger.

A good rule is to raise the shed floor four to six inches above the surrounding soil. That clearance encourages water to drain away instead of pooling beneath the structure. The simple step is especially important for wood floors and skids, helping deter rot, mold, and insect damage while extending the life of your new outbuilding.

Choose the route that fits your goals. Prefab sheds arrive in standard layouts and go up fast—perfect for basic storage on a tight timeline. Custom builds cost more and take longer, but let you add windows, wiring, plumbing, and unique finishes. Balance budget, features, and timeframe before deciding which type of shed is best for your needs.

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