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Mark Williamson Contractor

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Mark Williamson Contractor

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Here at Mark Williamson Contractor we are a full service contracting company working with residential and commercial properties. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our professionalism and skillset. Call now for a free quote.

"Mark has helped with all kinds of small projects like garage organization etc"

Della T on April 2022

Here at Mark Williamson Contractor we are a full service contracting company working with residential and commercial properties. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our professionalism and skillset. Call now for a free quote.

"Mark has helped with all kinds of small projects like garage organization etc"

Della T on April 2022

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Best Austin Handyman and Remodeling

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Best Austin Handyman and Remodeling

4.60(
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Customers say: Quick response
23 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"They did a great job"

David G on November 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"They did a great job"

David G on November 2025

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Sheds and More

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Sheds and More

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
65 local quotes requested

NINE YEAR Angie's List Super Service Award Winner - 2010 through 2019! A 14-year member of the Better Business Bureau with an A+ Rating

"Carl's team was phenomenal. They quoted me a fair price, and showed up right on time. They were able to build us a pergola exactly as we discussed on time and on-budget. The pergola is beautiful and feels like a permanent feature for our house. I would highly recommend Sheds and More for your pergola needs!"

Casey H on April 2025

NINE YEAR Angie's List Super Service Award Winner - 2010 through 2019! A 14-year member of the Better Business Bureau with an A+ Rating

"Carl's team was phenomenal. They quoted me a fair price, and showed up right on time. They were able to build us a pergola exactly as we discussed on time and on-budget. The pergola is beautiful and feels like a permanent feature for our house. I would highly recommend Sheds and More for your pergola needs!"

Casey H on April 2025

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Best Austin Handyman & Remodeling

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Best Austin Handyman & Remodeling

4.45(
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Customers say: Super punctual
133 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

Locally owned and operated. All handyman, landscaping, home automation, and remodeling services. Your Austin-area experts in home renovation, repair and maintenance, we handle jobs of all sizes, whether you're planning a major renovation, or just need a handyman to fix a leaky faucet, we'll help you get it done quickly, affordably, with high-quality results and some of that local Austin flavor you can't find anywhere else.

"Came in as lowest bid and wound up doing fantastic work. Very satisfied with how the project turned out. Working with them regarding billing and what was considered in and out of scope was a nightmare. Despite my best efforts to make sure we were on the same page in regards to what I wanted done and making sure it was on the invoice it did not stop the invoices for extra work coming out saying it was out of scope. I agreed with the first change order regarding a bench but when more change orders and invoices started showing up with no heads up is when I started asking questions. And even when I said that I told them to give me a heads up on out of scope work, I still got new invoices for out of scope work. $1200 for extra hours for sloping the shower pan, $200 for extra trash removal, $600 for extra plumbing work. TLDR: Lowest Bid, Still great work, but expect them to nickel and dime you until it is done."

Jay S on July 2025

Locally owned and operated. All handyman, landscaping, home automation, and remodeling services. Your Austin-area experts in home renovation, repair and maintenance, we handle jobs of all sizes, whether you're planning a major renovation, or just need a handyman to fix a leaky faucet, we'll help you get it done quickly, affordably, with high-quality results and some of that local Austin flavor you can't find anywhere else.

"Came in as lowest bid and wound up doing fantastic work. Very satisfied with how the project turned out. Working with them regarding billing and what was considered in and out of scope was a nightmare. Despite my best efforts to make sure we were on the same page in regards to what I wanted done and making sure it was on the invoice it did not stop the invoices for extra work coming out saying it was out of scope. I agreed with the first change order regarding a bench but when more change orders and invoices started showing up with no heads up is when I started asking questions. And even when I said that I told them to give me a heads up on out of scope work, I still got new invoices for out of scope work. $1200 for extra hours for sloping the shower pan, $200 for extra trash removal, $600 for extra plumbing work. TLDR: Lowest Bid, Still great work, but expect them to nickel and dime you until it is done."

Jay S on July 2025

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Texas Platinum Construction

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Texas Platinum Construction

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
100 local quotes requested

Building and renovating homes in the greater Austin area for over 3 decades affords Texas Platinum Construction the experience and knowledge to build custom spec homes with attention to detail and highest quality work. Our staff, subcontractors, and vendors have a long established history with Texas Platinum Construction, ensuring clear communication and efficiency.

"We had to redo our driveway, remove excess concrete and add curbs (thanks, City of Austin). Tam and the whole Platinum Construction team was incredibly friendly and responsive, which is rare in our contracting experience. They did a fabulous job and I would 100% hire them again."

Cat S on August 2022

Building and renovating homes in the greater Austin area for over 3 decades affords Texas Platinum Construction the experience and knowledge to build custom spec homes with attention to detail and highest quality work. Our staff, subcontractors, and vendors have a long established history with Texas Platinum Construction, ensuring clear communication and efficiency.

"We had to redo our driveway, remove excess concrete and add curbs (thanks, City of Austin). Tam and the whole Platinum Construction team was incredibly friendly and responsive, which is rare in our contracting experience. They did a fabulous job and I would 100% hire them again."

Cat S on August 2022

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Stick Horse Construction

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Stick Horse Construction

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
952 local quotes requested

We are a general contracting service, Located in marble falls TX. We offer services in both contracting and remodeling, we have been in business since November of 2022. We specialize in full home remodels and repairs.

"Hardworking, capable workers. Job was completed quickly and exceeded my expectations."

Linda V on September 2023

We are a general contracting service, Located in marble falls TX. We offer services in both contracting and remodeling, we have been in business since November of 2022. We specialize in full home remodels and repairs.

"Hardworking, capable workers. Job was completed quickly and exceeded my expectations."

Linda V on September 2023

J D R Construction

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J D R Construction

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17 years of experience

We have been the only contractor on jobs, we have sub-contracted to other contractors and have had sub-contractors on some of our jobs. Depending on the size and type of jobs we can offer a percentage of up front money if needed.

We have been the only contractor on jobs, we have sub-contracted to other contractors and have had sub-contractors on some of our jobs. Depending on the size and type of jobs we can offer a percentage of up front money if needed.

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

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EB Remodeling

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EB Remodeling

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

EB Remodeling is a proud family business that is excited to bring your home or business remodeling ideas to life! We pride ourselves in making sure each client is 100% completely satisfy. We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and preferences in making sure those ideas come to life. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and estimate.

"Erick was great working with us on the design and was very patient with our indecision. Excellent he was focused on the functional use of space. Everything turned out beautiful. Erick did a great job on the construction and installation. He was receptive to any concerns we had. We liked his attention to detail being perfectionists every step of the way."

Daniel r on November 2023

EB Remodeling is a proud family business that is excited to bring your home or business remodeling ideas to life! We pride ourselves in making sure each client is 100% completely satisfy. We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and preferences in making sure those ideas come to life. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and estimate.

"Erick was great working with us on the design and was very patient with our indecision. Excellent he was focused on the functional use of space. Everything turned out beautiful. Erick did a great job on the construction and installation. He was receptive to any concerns we had. We liked his attention to detail being perfectionists every step of the way."

Daniel r on November 2023

All Things Handy LLC

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All Things Handy LLC

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Free onsite estimate

Welcome to All Things Handy LLC! We will provide you with safe, professional and reliable handyman services. If you have a long "To Do List," call us and we will help you check some or all of the items off! We specialize in minor electric, drywall, carpentry, roof, and plumbing repairs. We will help you with most of your home improvement and maintenance needs.

Welcome to All Things Handy LLC! We will provide you with safe, professional and reliable handyman services. If you have a long "To Do List," call us and we will help you check some or all of the items off! We specialize in minor electric, drywall, carpentry, roof, and plumbing repairs. We will help you with most of your home improvement and maintenance needs.

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Austin, TX

A bomb shelter is an abode built to withstand disaster. Bomb shelters may refer to a space or bunker that can protect inhabitants through a hypothetical nuclear attack, apocalypse, or any other massive crisis. People usually build bomb shelters underground and stock them to live there a few days to a month at a time. Doomsday bunkers accommodate long-term living rather than just through a short crisis.

Builders construct bomb shelters with reinforced steel, box culvert, concrete, or other durable materials (but many professionals do not recommend shipping containers, as they’re not designed to live underground. If building underground, you’ll first have to excavate land before building the actual structure. You’ll have to implement air and water filtration systems, septic systems, and power supply.

It takes a lot of experience to safely and legally construct a bomb shelter, not to mention make sure it’s fit to live in for extended periods of time. It’s best to talk to a residential structural engineer near you for proper guidance.

The current standard filtration systems require filtering both air and water. For air, you’ll want an NBC filter system, which both domestic and international producers make. NBC stands for Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical, which filters out all three. If you’re only building your shelter for natural disasters, chemical attacks, and biological attacks, you may opt for the less expensive HEPA filter system. 

Water filtration requires the same level of care. You’ll likely want to have a large water storage capacity to survive short-term disasters. For long-term living, you’ll want to have a water filtration system.

Rising S bunker prices depend on the size, ranging anywhere from $20,000 to $9 million. Their least expensive model is 96 square feet while their most expensive model has a gym, swimming pool, hot tub, and bowling alley.

  • Mini: $45,500

  • Standard Bomb Shelter: $67,500–$109,500

  • Silver Leaf: $140,000–$182,500

  • Admiral: $180,000–$500,000

  • Xtreme: $450,000–$780,000

  • Xtreme Bunker Complex: $840,000–$1,830,000

  • Luxury Series: $3,800,000–$9,600,000

You almost always need a permit to build a bunker on land with any type of public utilities running through it. You’ll want to check with your local building code enforcement agency to see if this is the case for your area. 

Because you’re building a structural component that often requires electricity, water, and sewage services, you’ll need to apply for permits to attach these utilities to your new property. However, off-grid-only units in rural areas may not need all or any of the permitting you’d normally find in more urban settings.

To survive a nuclear blast, you’ll need to have your bunker at least three feet underground. However, it’s usually advisable to put it further underground. To survive a close strike, you’ll want to have the bunker at least 10 feet down and with five-foot thick reinforced concrete. However, knowing exactly how deep to build depends on the size of the blast you’re trying to avoid. Most bunkers don’t need to be more than 5 feet below the ground. 

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