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M&A Construction LLC

10825 Page Road
5.00(
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•Approved Pro

M&A Construction LLC

10825 Page Road
5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
55 local quotes requested

We specialize in concrete services, roofing remodel, polebarn, garage builds and more! 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! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Every aspect of their work was top notch. I could not have asked for better. The prices for all the work were great. I will recommend M&A Construction to everyone. My wife and I are new to Fort Wayne and very glad we found Maylon and his crew."

Doug G on April 2025

We specialize in concrete services, roofing remodel, polebarn, garage builds and more! 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! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Every aspect of their work was top notch. I could not have asked for better. The prices for all the work were great. I will recommend M&A Construction to everyone. My wife and I are new to Fort Wayne and very glad we found Maylon and his crew."

Doug G on April 2025

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New Vision Remodeling Company

5441 Keystone Dr
4.38(
8
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•Approved Pro

New Vision Remodeling Company

5441 Keystone Dr
4.38(
8
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
479 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

New Vision Construction welcomes you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality craftsmanship will accurately reflect your tasks and lifestyle. We are known for our prompt service and superior attention to detail. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience and will not keep you waiting. Call us today for your free estimate. You will be pleased you did. Thank you!

"Every thing went great and in a timely and reasonable price they quoted in advance. A lot of places try to up there prices after there quote but they held firm with there pricing quote. If we had any questions they were there with answers. Great people to work with."

gary h on June 2025

New Vision Construction welcomes you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality craftsmanship will accurately reflect your tasks and lifestyle. We are known for our prompt service and superior attention to detail. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience and will not keep you waiting. Call us today for your free estimate. You will be pleased you did. Thank you!

"Every thing went great and in a timely and reasonable price they quoted in advance. A lot of places try to up there prices after there quote but they held firm with there pricing quote. If we had any questions they were there with answers. Great people to work with."

gary h on June 2025

Eagle Wings handyman services

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5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro

Eagle Wings handyman services

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5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
332 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 once you see our quality work. We're passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. 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!

"Excellent service, really listened to me and worked quickly to fix numerous issues."

Elizabeth P on September 2023

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 once you see our quality work. We're passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. 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!

"Excellent service, really listened to me and worked quickly to fix numerous issues."

Elizabeth P on September 2023

Premier Grounds Maintenance and Solutions llc

P.O. Box 2430
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Premier Grounds Maintenance and Solutions llc

P.O. Box 2430
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26 years of experience

A full service company for all your property needs.

A full service company for all your property needs.

T&R Services

162 E Maumee Avenue
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T&R Services

162 E Maumee Avenue
No reviews yet
28 years of experience

Highly experienced in all phases of remodeling and new construction All tools and transportation to complete any job 20+ years experence

Highly experienced in all phases of remodeling and new construction All tools and transportation to complete any job 20+ years experence

Procraft

3214 W Sylvania Ave.
4.00(
1
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Procraft

3214 W Sylvania Ave.
4.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Roofing

Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Roofing

Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.84(
920
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.84(
920
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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

Color Your Carpet

9800 Beach Blvd
4.36(
11
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Color Your Carpet

9800 Beach Blvd
4.36(
11
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Customers say: Quick response
37 years of experience

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Playground RockStars

5713 Comet Ave
4.64(
11
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Playground RockStars

5713 Comet Ave
4.64(
11
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

PlaySmart Recreational Construction has over 27 years of experience in the industry, installing both commercial and residential sets for schools, parks and families. The owner, Robert Mendez, Holds a BA from Ferris State University in Recreational Management. Robert personally oversees all projects, from start to finish. With our knowledge and experience, we can guide you along to make the best, safest, and economical choice with ease and stress-free for you and your family. We have a five-star rating and are voted as one of the best in Thumbtack in 2015 thru 2025 You may also check out our Facebook page and read what some of our PlaySmart Recreational Construction families had to say about us. We are a professional company, and playgrounds are what we do. Allow us to take the stress and hassle out of this wonderful part of what is sure to live in your child's memory for years and years to come. Allow us to put our years of experience and professionalism to work. We are giving you back your free time on the weekend! That is where PlaySmart Recreational Construction comes into take the stress out of something that should be an enjoyable experience for everyone. Certainly, it is a pleasure and an honor for us each time we see a child see his/her playset for the very first time. We know that it is not an experience that your child is soon to forget. Above all, you can be sure that your child's safety is our number one priority. Give us a call. We are looking forward to talking with you. Thank you.

"These guys were fantastic to work with. Professional, fast, would highly recommend."

Elizabeth D on August 2023

PlaySmart Recreational Construction has over 27 years of experience in the industry, installing both commercial and residential sets for schools, parks and families. The owner, Robert Mendez, Holds a BA from Ferris State University in Recreational Management. Robert personally oversees all projects, from start to finish. With our knowledge and experience, we can guide you along to make the best, safest, and economical choice with ease and stress-free for you and your family. We have a five-star rating and are voted as one of the best in Thumbtack in 2015 thru 2025 You may also check out our Facebook page and read what some of our PlaySmart Recreational Construction families had to say about us. We are a professional company, and playgrounds are what we do. Allow us to take the stress and hassle out of this wonderful part of what is sure to live in your child's memory for years and years to come. Allow us to put our years of experience and professionalism to work. We are giving you back your free time on the weekend! That is where PlaySmart Recreational Construction comes into take the stress out of something that should be an enjoyable experience for everyone. Certainly, it is a pleasure and an honor for us each time we see a child see his/her playset for the very first time. We know that it is not an experience that your child is soon to forget. Above all, you can be sure that your child's safety is our number one priority. Give us a call. We are looking forward to talking with you. Thank you.

"These guys were fantastic to work with. Professional, fast, would highly recommend."

Elizabeth D on August 2023

E-Z ACCEPTANCE Builders Inc.

2110 Copley Rd.
2.00(
4
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E-Z ACCEPTANCE Builders Inc.

2110 Copley Rd.
2.00(
4
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27 years of experience

Our products and services encompass every phase of home improvements at highly affordable pricing; Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling, Roofing, Kitchen & Doors and more; Our mission is to service clients at each possible level. Working with a multitude of banks and financial institutions, we strive to make every project cost effective.

Our products and services encompass every phase of home improvements at highly affordable pricing; Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling, Roofing, Kitchen & Doors and more; Our mission is to service clients at each possible level. Working with a multitude of banks and financial institutions, we strive to make every project cost effective.

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Defiance, OH

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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