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Shelter or outbuilding builders in Columbia

Val-U-Homes, LLC
2 Stoneyhurst Court
5.00(
20
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Val-U-Homes, LLC
2 Stoneyhurst Court
5.00(
20
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 local quotes requested

Val-U-Homes, LLC, specializes in home Additions and remodeling in Montgomery County and the surrounding areas. We take pride in providing new home quality on all of our projects

"I hired them for home renovation, and they did a great job. They were very respectful and understanding. When they were done everything turned out great!"

Mistere F on July 2024

Val-U-Homes, LLC, specializes in home Additions and remodeling in Montgomery County and the surrounding areas. We take pride in providing new home quality on all of our projects

"I hired them for home renovation, and they did a great job. They were very respectful and understanding. When they were done everything turned out great!"

Mistere F on July 2024


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Freedom Fence & Deck LLC
414 A Back River Neck Rd
4.74(
243
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Approved Pro
Freedom Fence & Deck LLC
414 A Back River Neck Rd
4.74(
243
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
2254 local quotes requested

Freedom Fence and Deck specializes in affordable top quality maintenance free decks and fences. We are an owner operated company with zero complaints. We also have earned a A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. We offer a limited Lifetime Warranty on all our work. Angie's List has awarded us the Super Service Award three years in a row.

"Freedom Fence & Deck did an excellent job install our new deck. The sales rep and the workers were friendly and professional. Additionally, I love that the owner of the company is a veteran, and the company offered the best veterans discount compared to the competitive quotes."

Dominique D on January 2025

Freedom Fence and Deck specializes in affordable top quality maintenance free decks and fences. We are an owner operated company with zero complaints. We also have earned a A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. We offer a limited Lifetime Warranty on all our work. Angie's List has awarded us the Super Service Award three years in a row.

"Freedom Fence & Deck did an excellent job install our new deck. The sales rep and the workers were friendly and professional. Additionally, I love that the owner of the company is a veteran, and the company offered the best veterans discount compared to the competitive quotes."

Dominique D on January 2025


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Betterliving Sunrooms Of The Capital Area
123 Main Str
4.75(
53
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Approved Pro
Betterliving Sunrooms Of The Capital Area
123 Main Str
4.75(
53
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
993 local quotes requested

Betterliving sunroom of the Capital area is sub division of Deck Soldier - family own business, over 14 years we spetialise in Deck building , restoration and screen porch constractions. December 2023 is time when we get opportunity to be come dealer for one of the best Sunroom manufactory -Betterliving sunrooms. Beginning of 2024 was education time. We spent 2 weeks with crew leaders on factory in PA - learning new materials and installation process. Another 2 weeks our sales team learned history of 70 years company and saw how every detail of sunroom is made, learn why Betterliving Sunrooms is best quality sunrooms on market. We proud that we build over 30 Sunrooms and screen porches in 2024 and all our customers happy with their final rooms. We sustain our business on quality and integrity. We look forward to earning your business -sunrooms (3 or 4 season , vinyl or aluminum) -screen rooms -porches -deck building -deck remodeling -deck restoration( washing, staining) -paver patio/retaining walls

"Deck Soldier (aka Betterliving) did a fantastic job of powerwashing and then sealing my deck, installing new handrails, and staining the swingset in the yard. Very pleased with their work and their professionalism."

Andrew H on October 2024

Betterliving sunroom of the Capital area is sub division of Deck Soldier - family own business, over 14 years we spetialise in Deck building , restoration and screen porch constractions. December 2023 is time when we get opportunity to be come dealer for one of the best Sunroom manufactory -Betterliving sunrooms. Beginning of 2024 was education time. We spent 2 weeks with crew leaders on factory in PA - learning new materials and installation process. Another 2 weeks our sales team learned history of 70 years company and saw how every detail of sunroom is made, learn why Betterliving Sunrooms is best quality sunrooms on market. We proud that we build over 30 Sunrooms and screen porches in 2024 and all our customers happy with their final rooms. We sustain our business on quality and integrity. We look forward to earning your business -sunrooms (3 or 4 season , vinyl or aluminum) -screen rooms -porches -deck building -deck remodeling -deck restoration( washing, staining) -paver patio/retaining walls

"Deck Soldier (aka Betterliving) did a fantastic job of powerwashing and then sealing my deck, installing new handrails, and staining the swingset in the yard. Very pleased with their work and their professionalism."

Andrew H on October 2024


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Ace Fence, Decks, & Patio
2147 Priest Bridge Court, Suite #5
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Ace Fence, Decks, & Patio
2147 Priest Bridge Court, Suite #5
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
513 local quotes requested

Ace Fence, Decks, & Patios is now one of Maryland's & DC leading and most innovative deck and patio companies with two offices in Maryland and our new branch in Washington, DC. We have worked on many outdoors projects with complex or custom requirements. Our professionals have first-hand experience since 98'. We work with custom designs to deliver architectural consistency with the rest of your home, ensuring our designs look less like "add-ons" and more original to your home. Care is also taken with every detail of your project, beginning from design, and continuing all the way to the detailing in the finish work.

"I had a great experience with this company. Everyone I spoke to was very professional (including Eli, Sonia, Cristina, and Dennis). Unlike some other companies, it was very easy to schedule a time for the sales team to come out and give me a quote AND Eli got the quote back to me super fast. Once I decided on a patio design, the office kept me informed of how long it would take for the materials to arrive and when the team would start working. The team who worked on the patio was very efficient and you could tell that they knew what they were doing. The project turned out great!"

Larry W on August 2022

Ace Fence, Decks, & Patios is now one of Maryland's & DC leading and most innovative deck and patio companies with two offices in Maryland and our new branch in Washington, DC. We have worked on many outdoors projects with complex or custom requirements. Our professionals have first-hand experience since 98'. We work with custom designs to deliver architectural consistency with the rest of your home, ensuring our designs look less like "add-ons" and more original to your home. Care is also taken with every detail of your project, beginning from design, and continuing all the way to the detailing in the finish work.

"I had a great experience with this company. Everyone I spoke to was very professional (including Eli, Sonia, Cristina, and Dennis). Unlike some other companies, it was very easy to schedule a time for the sales team to come out and give me a quote AND Eli got the quote back to me super fast. Once I decided on a patio design, the office kept me informed of how long it would take for the materials to arrive and when the team would start working. The team who worked on the patio was very efficient and you could tell that they knew what they were doing. The project turned out great!"

Larry W on August 2022


Homecraft Builders
537 Callander Way
4.81(
229
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Approved Pro
Homecraft Builders
537 Callander Way
4.81(
229
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
551 local quotes requested

Homecraft is a 2nd generation, family-owned remodeler specializing in decks, roofing, siding, windows, and finished basements. We handle all steps of a project from planning, to permits, to building. When you partner with Homecraft you receive the finest materials - custom cut on site. This provides flexibility in design and perfection in construction. Since '96, homeowners have thanked us for establishing a company that cares. We take your ideas, add our building experience and together create a custom project that extends your living space and adds value to your home. Award Winning.

"Had an excellent experience working with Jeff on my deck project. The work is top notch and exactly what I wanted for a fair price. No BS up sales or any of that. Will definitely look to rehired for any future work."

Gregory B on January 2025

Homecraft is a 2nd generation, family-owned remodeler specializing in decks, roofing, siding, windows, and finished basements. We handle all steps of a project from planning, to permits, to building. When you partner with Homecraft you receive the finest materials - custom cut on site. This provides flexibility in design and perfection in construction. Since '96, homeowners have thanked us for establishing a company that cares. We take your ideas, add our building experience and together create a custom project that extends your living space and adds value to your home. Award Winning.

"Had an excellent experience working with Jeff on my deck project. The work is top notch and exactly what I wanted for a fair price. No BS up sales or any of that. Will definitely look to rehired for any future work."

Gregory B on January 2025


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AES Builder & Home Improvements
6915 Golden Ring Rd
4.37(
293
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Approved Pro
AES Builder & Home Improvements
6915 Golden Ring Rd
4.37(
293
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
973 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

Company Motto: WHEN WE'RE DONE, YOU'LL BE HAPPY, IF YOU'RE NOT HAPPY, WE'RE NOT DONE. It's more than just a motto, it's our Company-Heartbeat. Family owned and operated, we have been serving Maryland Home owners since 1989. Stephen Longdo is a working owner, available to all his clients on a daily basis. We refuse to bid to subcontractors and give a FIVE YEAR FREE LABOR WARRANTY ON ALL OUR WORK. Member of BBB and the Maryland Improvement Contractors Association. MHIC License 37105. Angie's list members are entitled to 25% off, (up to $2,500.00 per household per year).

"All work was completed in a professional manner from initial planning through all phases of construction. The job site was maintained as expected. AES worked with us on a few small changes we requested along the way as well. I felt very comfortable with all the craftsperson’s at work in our home. There was great communication with AES throughout the job. I would use their services in the future."

Joe S on January 2025

Company Motto: WHEN WE'RE DONE, YOU'LL BE HAPPY, IF YOU'RE NOT HAPPY, WE'RE NOT DONE. It's more than just a motto, it's our Company-Heartbeat. Family owned and operated, we have been serving Maryland Home owners since 1989. Stephen Longdo is a working owner, available to all his clients on a daily basis. We refuse to bid to subcontractors and give a FIVE YEAR FREE LABOR WARRANTY ON ALL OUR WORK. Member of BBB and the Maryland Improvement Contractors Association. MHIC License 37105. Angie's list members are entitled to 25% off, (up to $2,500.00 per household per year).

"All work was completed in a professional manner from initial planning through all phases of construction. The job site was maintained as expected. AES worked with us on a few small changes we requested along the way as well. I felt very comfortable with all the craftsperson’s at work in our home. There was great communication with AES throughout the job. I would use their services in the future."

Joe S on January 2025


Avatar for Zamora’s Remodeling and Painting and General Contractor
Zamora’s Remodeling and Painting and General Contractor
1435 10th St
4.81(
254
)
Approved Pro
Zamora’s Remodeling and Painting and General Contractor
1435 10th St
4.81(
254
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
1487 local quotes requested

Zamoras Constructio con inc home improvement MHC 135091 And general contractor district of Columbia 410522000119 FOR TEXT OR DIRECT CALLS please contact 202-569-0072. Zamora’s Painting is a fully licensed & insured company operating in the Washington DC metropolitan area (Maryland and Virginia) since 1996; we have experience in interior painting, and exterior paint wallpaper removal & drywall repair. Zamoras painting we paint commercial commercial paint buildings apartment Zamoras is home improvement Company MHIC# 135091 Insurance 100% Zamora’s Construction Co inc Residents. paint Additional We do not do house construction or additions, only completely general interior remodeling services kitchen remodeling Bathroom renovation and ceramic installation Additional email - info@zamorasremodeling.com Additional contact: Armando Zamora You can send me message at this number cell or call 540 277 5734

"Fantastic job! The basement looks amazing and ads so much value to our home. will use again!"

Jason H on February 2025

Zamoras Constructio con inc home improvement MHC 135091 And general contractor district of Columbia 410522000119 FOR TEXT OR DIRECT CALLS please contact 202-569-0072. Zamora’s Painting is a fully licensed & insured company operating in the Washington DC metropolitan area (Maryland and Virginia) since 1996; we have experience in interior painting, and exterior paint wallpaper removal & drywall repair. Zamoras painting we paint commercial commercial paint buildings apartment Zamoras is home improvement Company MHIC# 135091 Insurance 100% Zamora’s Construction Co inc Residents. paint Additional We do not do house construction or additions, only completely general interior remodeling services kitchen remodeling Bathroom renovation and ceramic installation Additional email - info@zamorasremodeling.com Additional contact: Armando Zamora You can send me message at this number cell or call 540 277 5734

"Fantastic job! The basement looks amazing and ads so much value to our home. will use again!"

Jason H on February 2025


Avatar for Five Star Quality Remodeling
Five Star Quality Remodeling
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Five Star Quality Remodeling
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
806 local quotes requested

We are a licensed, fully insured and EPA certified company that is also accredited with the Better Business Bureau. Our goal is to meet or exceed our customers’ expectations in Quality, Service and Price.

"Five Star did a fantastic job with our basement remodel. Here are a few reasons that we’re happy that we chose Maurice and his team: 1. Outstanding worksmanship. Their attention-to-detail was excellent. 2. Clear, friendly communication. All questions were resolved quickly and kindly. 3. Professionalism. Maurice gave us a day-by-day schedule before construction started so that we knew what to expect every day. He estimated 16 days…. construction lasted exactly 16 days. You will be glad you chose Five Star for your project! Mike and Megan"

Michael E on November 2020

We are a licensed, fully insured and EPA certified company that is also accredited with the Better Business Bureau. Our goal is to meet or exceed our customers’ expectations in Quality, Service and Price.

"Five Star did a fantastic job with our basement remodel. Here are a few reasons that we’re happy that we chose Maurice and his team: 1. Outstanding worksmanship. Their attention-to-detail was excellent. 2. Clear, friendly communication. All questions were resolved quickly and kindly. 3. Professionalism. Maurice gave us a day-by-day schedule before construction started so that we knew what to expect every day. He estimated 16 days…. construction lasted exactly 16 days. You will be glad you chose Five Star for your project! Mike and Megan"

Michael E on November 2020


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Joist Construction LLC
6434 View Point Ct
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
Joist Construction LLC
6434 View Point Ct
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
256 local quotes requested

Joist construction is a company committed to the quality and agility of its services, Keeping the dates of your schedule transparently and efficiently. The contact is direct with the company's founders. JOIST is focused on renovating and improving the most beautiful points of your residence, such as Decks, balconies, gazebos, fences, patios, and everything else that our customers need. We serve mainly in the Maryland, Virginia and DC areas, but if you are not from these areas, please contact us to try to make your project viable. If you planning to enlighten your patio or just perform a small repair on your deck, we are the company you are looking for, count on JOIST construction for a new home! Get in touch now!

"The work on my deck was very quick and well done, and adjustments were made smoothly. The management was excellent and I couldn’t be happier that I chose Joist. I have already passed their information around to neighbors!"

Nina A on March 2025

Joist construction is a company committed to the quality and agility of its services, Keeping the dates of your schedule transparently and efficiently. The contact is direct with the company's founders. JOIST is focused on renovating and improving the most beautiful points of your residence, such as Decks, balconies, gazebos, fences, patios, and everything else that our customers need. We serve mainly in the Maryland, Virginia and DC areas, but if you are not from these areas, please contact us to try to make your project viable. If you planning to enlighten your patio or just perform a small repair on your deck, we are the company you are looking for, count on JOIST construction for a new home! Get in touch now!

"The work on my deck was very quick and well done, and adjustments were made smoothly. The management was excellent and I couldn’t be happier that I chose Joist. I have already passed their information around to neighbors!"

Nina A on March 2025


Avatar for FA Outdoor Spaces
FA Outdoor Spaces
9979 Main Street
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
FA Outdoor Spaces
9979 Main Street
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
897 local quotes requested

FA Outdoor Spaces is a large exterior home improvement company servicing Northern Virginia, DC and Maryland. With roots in Design and Build having serviced our clients at our sister company FA Design Build, we bring 45+ years of professionalism to every project we undertake. We have teams dedicated to each region ready to serve you. We specialize in all things Outdoors, like Trex & Timber Tech composite decking for new builds, deck reflooring/rerailing, deck enclosures, three season rooms, sunrooms, patios and fencing — all backed with a lifetime installation warranty you won’t find anywhere else.

"The sales team was knowledgeable, thorough, and they gave us a very good price, but the greatest credit goes to the crew, who did an excellent job with true quality workmanship. We highly recommend FA Outdoor Spaces!"

Penny J on April 2025

FA Outdoor Spaces is a large exterior home improvement company servicing Northern Virginia, DC and Maryland. With roots in Design and Build having serviced our clients at our sister company FA Design Build, we bring 45+ years of professionalism to every project we undertake. We have teams dedicated to each region ready to serve you. We specialize in all things Outdoors, like Trex & Timber Tech composite decking for new builds, deck reflooring/rerailing, deck enclosures, three season rooms, sunrooms, patios and fencing — all backed with a lifetime installation warranty you won’t find anywhere else.

"The sales team was knowledgeable, thorough, and they gave us a very good price, but the greatest credit goes to the crew, who did an excellent job with true quality workmanship. We highly recommend FA Outdoor Spaces!"

Penny J on April 2025

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Shelter or outbuilding building services FAQs

You need to secure a permit for a tornado shelter when local building codes require it. A permit confirms that your shelter meets safety and construction standards to withstand extreme weather events. FEMA guidelines P-361 and P-320 establish these safety requirements. Permit costs range from $430 to $2,240. Contact your local building department to verify the necessary permits and ensure full compliance with all regulations.

Yes, FEMA will fund up to 75% of your storm shelter installation if all eligibility conditions are met. FEMA allocates funds to state authorities where strict guidelines determine approval and disbursement. Contact your State Hazard Mitigation Officer to determine your funding options and initiate the required process. Secure the necessary documentation to access this financial support.

Tornado shelters add significant value to a home by enhancing both safety and market appeal. A secure storm shelter not only increases the resale value by up to 50% of the unit cost but also provides multifunctional benefits in areas prone to severe weather. Homeowners who integrate features like a gun safe or wine cellar maximize their investment and overall home desirability.

A pre-built storm shelter delivers distinct benefits by reducing overall costs and installation time. A pre-built unit eliminates extensive on-site construction expenses and comes in a variety of sizes and materials to suit different family needs. This design flexibility provides robust protection, ensures rapid installation, and secures your home against extreme weather conditions.

The installation time for a tornado shelter depends on the type chosen. Pre-built shelters are installed in four to eight hours, providing a rapid and secure solution. Custom-made shelters or those that require land excavation demand significantly longer time, taking days or weeks due to extensive preparation, structural assembly, and precise installation to fully meet safety standards.

Space is a critical factor in a storm shelter. FEMA mandates a minimum of six square feet per person for tornado protection and ten square feet per person for hurricane safety. For example, a 5-by-6-foot shelter meets the needs of a family of five in a tornado-prone area. Extra room accommodates emergency supplies and ensures safe, comfortable movement during severe weather events.

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