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Better Built Garages, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Barlow, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

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Better Built Garages is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work.\n \nBetter Built Garages INC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Primo Construction Of Metropolis
4.0(
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Serving Barlow, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Warranties offered

Our mission is to be a construction provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

Response time2 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
Eazys Home Repair
New to Angi

Serving Barlow, KY and surrounding areas

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We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other 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 and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Providence Safe Rooms Inc
5.0(
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Serving Barlow, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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Warranties offered

"Bill was my contact person with Providence. We wanted an above ground safe room with specific options, door placement, etc. And Providence was the only one that could do all that we asked without extra costs/issues. We had a choice of underground and above ground units and we chose the above ground unit because of the comfort factor, ease of access, and that the water heater and water cut-off valve were located in the garage (I was worried about flooding issues). Also, my neighbor shared that the worst of the tornado warning is waiting for the storms to roll through during the night. An underground unit was just too uncomfortable. So, we custom designed our unit to have wall-mounted pull-down bunk beds so we could get some sleep at night while waiting for the storms to move through. Bill and Providence were able to give us exactly what we wanted (door placement, vent placement, TVs, batteries, inverter, charger, antennas, lights) for a very reasonable cost. Also, the delivery time was 2 weeks compared to 6 to 8 weeks quoted by the other companies who had units made out of state. Providence units are made locally so it was a great turnaround time."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Ground Zero Storm Shelters
4.8(
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Serving Barlow, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect. I enjoyed getting to sit in the storm shelters at their showroom to help with size selection. After signing up for the install, they connect you to an online portal to manage the contract and to update building permit number, etc. Installation was prompt and clean."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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EHM
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Serving Barlow, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1954

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Warranties offered

"Expert House Movers brought a crew of 6-8 & came in late August 2013 to start the process of raising & moving the house.  My husband had done all the prep work of disconnecting the utilities & removing the furnace, etc. They dug access ramps to the old foundation/basement with bobcats.  They poked good sized holes around the foundation so they could put in steel beams and jack up the house.  Our foundation was from 1917 & built from old creek gravel cement, so it was pretty tough.  It took three & half days to jack the house & move it over the driveway.  It seemed really fast to me.  The only thing to fall in the house was a picture off the piano.  We still had access to the house through a tall ladder to get clothes, etc. that we needed. <br /> We took over the process of arranging excavation, concrete pouring, and carpenters with more local contractors.  Expert does have concrete people & others they use in the St Louis area that know exactly the requirements needed for the new foundation. <br /> After the basement was poured & cured (curing takes about 3-4 weeks), Expert returned in October 2013 to move & set the house.  They had been in contact with the concrete man for specifications, but there were no slots for the beams when setting the house down.  A concrete worker had to come & cut those slots.  We had a carpenter on hand to finish the sill installment & make sure the sills for the permanent beams was correct & set the support posts in the basement.  We also had a friend's tractor help Expert's bobcat pull the house back over the foundation.  While all this was going on, Expert was jacking and moving supports & placing slider beams & raising & lowering the house.  The process was complete in about 2 1/2 days with care & precision.  Some of the cracks in our house even disappeared.  Great job guys. <br /> Our carpenters returned to build a staircase & some other requirements.  We are working on re-connecting utilities & returning the furnace, water heater, etc. to the new basement.  We plan to move back into the house in the first week or so in November 2013.  It's been a long process, but well worth it.  Made possible by Expert House Movers! <br />"
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for garage building service projects in Barlow, KY

A well‑constructed, properly permitted detached garage adds between $12,000 and $36,000 to a home’s resale value. Buyers appreciate the secure parking, extra storage, and flexible workspace, so appraisers often bump the property’s value accordingly. The exact return depends on the garage’s size, finishes, and how well it matches the main house, but most homeowners see a strong ROI when the build meets local codes and passes inspection.

Yes—once it meets local building codes and you secure the proper permits, a detached garage can be converted into living space. Finishing the interior, adding climate control, and ensuring safe egress effectively increase your usable square footage, though it may not always count toward the official listing. Skipping permits can trigger fines and even force you to undo the work, so always clear plans with your city first.

Most homeowners policies cover a detached garage under the “other structures” provision, but coverage limits vary. Review your declarations page and ask your agent how much protection you have for separate structures. If the limit is lower than the garage’s replacement cost, you can raise it for a modest premium. Confirming the details now prevents headaches if you ever need to file a claim.

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