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Custom Build and Remodeling, LLC

Wildflower Drive
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Custom Build and Remodeling, LLC

Wildflower Drive
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1048 local quotes requested

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"We had a fantastic experience remodeling many aspects of our house: basement, attic, as well as electrical and plumbing. They went above and beyond with everything. Very trustworthy; the project was completed within budget and on time. A truly smooth experience. I would strongly recommend this contractor to everyone!"

Rebecca M on July 2025

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"We had a fantastic experience remodeling many aspects of our house: basement, attic, as well as electrical and plumbing. They went above and beyond with everything. Very trustworthy; the project was completed within budget and on time. A truly smooth experience. I would strongly recommend this contractor to everyone!"

Rebecca M on July 2025

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Prenga Remodeling, LLC

5.00(
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Prenga Remodeling, LLC

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1166 local quotes requested

Family owned business with over 20 years experience - Remodeling Basements- Remodeling General- Remodeling Kitchen & Bathroom-

"It went very well Highly recommended Very respectful and professional"

Ramazani t on November 2024

Family owned business with over 20 years experience - Remodeling Basements- Remodeling General- Remodeling Kitchen & Bathroom-

"It went very well Highly recommended Very respectful and professional"

Ramazani t on November 2024

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Rdo Construction LLC

171 Payne Dr
5.00(
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Rdo Construction LLC

171 Payne Dr
5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
798 local quotes requested

RDO Construction LLC is a premier general contracting company dedicated to delivering high-quality construction services across residential and commercial sectors. With a commitment to excellence, our team of skilled professionals combines expertise, innovation, and integrity to build structures that meet our clients' needs and stand the test of time.

"This company is fabulous. Renald and his workers gave a great estimate, and did the job flawlessly designing and executing the building of my exquisite patio. He met us at the supply house to help us pick out materials, he took a personal interest. Beside our beautiful patio, I had him redo our fireplace which looks like a work of art! And since the chimney needed some attention, they fixed some problems with the chimney. All work was beautifully done. I recommended this company to friends of mine, and they hired Renald and his crew and got back to me as to how terrific they found his work and the ease it was to work with them. This is how things should be....attention to detail, quality craftsmanship! I'm happy I could submit this review!"

Matt V on March 2025

RDO Construction LLC is a premier general contracting company dedicated to delivering high-quality construction services across residential and commercial sectors. With a commitment to excellence, our team of skilled professionals combines expertise, innovation, and integrity to build structures that meet our clients' needs and stand the test of time.

"This company is fabulous. Renald and his workers gave a great estimate, and did the job flawlessly designing and executing the building of my exquisite patio. He met us at the supply house to help us pick out materials, he took a personal interest. Beside our beautiful patio, I had him redo our fireplace which looks like a work of art! And since the chimney needed some attention, they fixed some problems with the chimney. All work was beautifully done. I recommended this company to friends of mine, and they hired Renald and his crew and got back to me as to how terrific they found his work and the ease it was to work with them. This is how things should be....attention to detail, quality craftsmanship! I'm happy I could submit this review!"

Matt V on March 2025

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Hurni

33 Foran Rd
5.00(
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Hurni

33 Foran Rd
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1184 local quotes requested

I provide local and long-distance moving services. I guarantee quality work. If necessary, I have another person.

"Pleasant, timely and professional. Did a great job and would definitely use again"

Steven U on August 2025

I provide local and long-distance moving services. I guarantee quality work. If necessary, I have another person.

"Pleasant, timely and professional. Did a great job and would definitely use again"

Steven U on August 2025

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3 Son's Siding & Gutters LLC

Located In:
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3 Son's Siding & Gutters LLC

Located In:
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3695 local quotes requested

Family owned and operated home improvement company, with a very simple mission: provide quality home improvement services at affordable prices. We truly care for our customers! We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, siding, roofing, gutters, and more! Call today for a free consultation.

"After a few delays because of rain they came they completed the job within two and a half hours cleaned everything up actually did some extra reinforcement on my porch at no extra charge highly recommend"

Arthur D on June 2025

Family owned and operated home improvement company, with a very simple mission: provide quality home improvement services at affordable prices. We truly care for our customers! We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, siding, roofing, gutters, and more! Call today for a free consultation.

"After a few delays because of rain they came they completed the job within two and a half hours cleaned everything up actually did some extra reinforcement on my porch at no extra charge highly recommend"

Arthur D on June 2025

J & P Restoration

Located In:
5.00(
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J & P Restoration

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

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, doors, windows, custom decks, porches, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Spend less time waiting for a contractor to call you. Call J&P Restoration! They were real pro's at renovating my kitchen, creating a powder room and washer & dryer area. Work is of the highest quality taking all my needs into consideration."

barbara r on January 2025

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, doors, windows, custom decks, porches, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Spend less time waiting for a contractor to call you. Call J&P Restoration! They were real pro's at renovating my kitchen, creating a powder room and washer & dryer area. Work is of the highest quality taking all my needs into consideration."

barbara r on January 2025

Cpl Landscaping and Masonry

17 N Nabby Rd
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Cpl Landscaping and Masonry

17 N Nabby Rd
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1094 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping and masonry services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service!

"Carlos and his team did a 100% perfect job. We had over 450’ of fence removed and replaced with new. It has transformed our backyard and we couldn’t be happier. Carlos is easy to communicate with and replied to my inquiries right away. I would recommend Carlos to anyone! Thank you!"

Brian F on April 2023

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping and masonry services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service!

"Carlos and his team did a 100% perfect job. We had over 450’ of fence removed and replaced with new. It has transformed our backyard and we couldn’t be happier. Carlos is easy to communicate with and replied to my inquiries right away. I would recommend Carlos to anyone! Thank you!"

Brian F on April 2023

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Agil General Construction LLC

5.00(
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Agil General Construction LLC

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1188 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a 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. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Highly recommend! They were extremely responsive, delivered outstanding work, and I will definitely look forward to working with them again."

Reggie L on February 2025

Our mission is to be a 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. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Highly recommend! They were extremely responsive, delivered outstanding work, and I will definitely look forward to working with them again."

Reggie L on February 2025

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SRC Partners

399 Sackett Point Rd
5.00(
6
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SRC Partners

399 Sackett Point Rd
5.00(
6
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
500 local quotes requested

New Home Contractor with the staff and Knowledge to build your home on time and on budget. Licensed and Insured since 2015 with over 20 years experience in the new construction business. Let us work with you to build the home of your dreams!!

"Bob and his crew are phenomenal. They are very professional and attentive to detail. All in all just a pleasure to work with. Couldn’t be happier with this project."

Jeremy M on May 2023

New Home Contractor with the staff and Knowledge to build your home on time and on budget. Licensed and Insured since 2015 with over 20 years experience in the new construction business. Let us work with you to build the home of your dreams!!

"Bob and his crew are phenomenal. They are very professional and attentive to detail. All in all just a pleasure to work with. Couldn’t be happier with this project."

Jeremy M on May 2023

A.M.A. Home Improvement Contractors LLC

30 Talmadge Hill Rd.
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A.M.A. Home Improvement Contractors LLC

30 Talmadge Hill Rd.
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
139 local quotes requested

Roofing, siding, remodeling, deck build, and new home construction.

"I’ve used A.M.A on multiple occasions Great staff they get the job done in a timely manner . Project is done to expectations everytime , great customer service with attentive upper management any concerns were always addressed and resolved immediately. Would highly recommend"

Brandon C on September 2025

Roofing, siding, remodeling, deck build, and new home construction.

"I’ve used A.M.A on multiple occasions Great staff they get the job done in a timely manner . Project is done to expectations everytime , great customer service with attentive upper management any concerns were always addressed and resolved immediately. Would highly recommend"

Brandon C on September 2025

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Branford, CT

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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