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Gulf Coast Decks

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Gulf Coast Decks

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

Gulf Coast Decks is a fully licensed residential contracting company. Our primary focus is building homes and decks. We are a husband-and-wife team that do the hands-on work ourselves. We are skilled and qualified in multiple trades and can handle the smallest to largest of projects. We have the tools and desire to do it all! We are excited for the opportunity to satisfy our clients with our exceptional quality.

"The owner- Hudson did an amazing job , he kept us well informed every step along the way, he also got all the paper work and approvals from the city completed with very little involvement from me. I have gotten a lot of compliments on his work. A true professional . I highly recommend his services . His follow through and his work ethic is commendable. Very trustworthy and easy to work with. You cannot go wrong with Hudson."

Tim D on February 2025

Gulf Coast Decks is a fully licensed residential contracting company. Our primary focus is building homes and decks. We are a husband-and-wife team that do the hands-on work ourselves. We are skilled and qualified in multiple trades and can handle the smallest to largest of projects. We have the tools and desire to do it all! We are excited for the opportunity to satisfy our clients with our exceptional quality.

"The owner- Hudson did an amazing job , he kept us well informed every step along the way, he also got all the paper work and approvals from the city completed with very little involvement from me. I have gotten a lot of compliments on his work. A true professional . I highly recommend his services . His follow through and his work ethic is commendable. Very trustworthy and easy to work with. You cannot go wrong with Hudson."

Tim D on February 2025

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Titan Sunrooms

8188 ARMSTRONG RD
4.51(
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Titan Sunrooms

8188 ARMSTRONG RD
4.51(
45
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
197 local quotes requested
23 years of experience

In business since 2002, Titan Sunrooms is the leading sunroom manufacturer in NW Florida. Our factory direct model cuts out the middleman and provides our clients with a vastly superior product at competitive pricing. Manufactured in Florida and built to handle the severe Florida weather, Titan gives our clients long term security by offering a 40 year warranty on our sunrooms, screen rooms, patio covers, pergolas, car ports and proprietary line of Blockhouse Sheds. "Unfortunately we do not offer Screen Repair or Repair services".

"BLUF: Miserable business practices and mediocre work Titan initially blew me away with their level of customer service. I had a rep come to my home, take numerous measurements and tell me all about how the structure would be built. I stated that I needed the sunroom completed by the end of April 2024 and they put in a clause that if it wasn't completed, the sunroom would cost my nothing. Titan even changed the contracts after I found a discrepancy with mine and I was more than happy to move forward. I signed the contract and waited. Then a second rep came out to retake all the measurements previously taken and I waited some more. And then crickets until I was told that the materials were being ordered (two and a half months after I paid the half up front deposit). Work finally started the last week of April ( just 7 days shy of the deadline) and I was initially happy with how it was going. I asked a bunch of questions, had to correct the builders on layout because it turns out the first Rep lied about how the structure would be built on several levels. During construction, the electrician's helper stepped through my kitchen ceiling which i don't blame Titan for but it seems they put their trust in lack luster contractors as well. Work was "completed" on the last day of April and the permit inspector called to let me know that he would be inspecting three days later. During the inspection, it was discovered that the electricians never pulled a permit to begin with and the sunroom builders never stopped construction to get the in process inspection completed which required a portion of the structure to be dismantled. A separate crew from the first dismantled and rebuilt the structure and did a miserable job sealing it which required the lead of the original crew to come back out and correct. Since this was WELL past the deadline, I made the joke with the crew lead that " hey , I guess I got a free sunroom now". Within three minutes, the GM called me asking what I meant. This conversation culminated in him raising his voice to me several times and threatening to file a lien immediately that Monday morning if I didn't release payment. My argument that work wasn't completed because the permit wasn't sign off and required that the structure be dismantled to complete said permit didn't matter. I never once raised my voice in return, or acted unprofessional in any manner to the GM. After the tile work began, I found out how out of square the walls are. 1/4" out over 16". Had I had any idea of what I'd experience, I would have chosen a different company in a heartbeat."

Will G on January 2025

In business since 2002, Titan Sunrooms is the leading sunroom manufacturer in NW Florida. Our factory direct model cuts out the middleman and provides our clients with a vastly superior product at competitive pricing. Manufactured in Florida and built to handle the severe Florida weather, Titan gives our clients long term security by offering a 40 year warranty on our sunrooms, screen rooms, patio covers, pergolas, car ports and proprietary line of Blockhouse Sheds. "Unfortunately we do not offer Screen Repair or Repair services".

"BLUF: Miserable business practices and mediocre work Titan initially blew me away with their level of customer service. I had a rep come to my home, take numerous measurements and tell me all about how the structure would be built. I stated that I needed the sunroom completed by the end of April 2024 and they put in a clause that if it wasn't completed, the sunroom would cost my nothing. Titan even changed the contracts after I found a discrepancy with mine and I was more than happy to move forward. I signed the contract and waited. Then a second rep came out to retake all the measurements previously taken and I waited some more. And then crickets until I was told that the materials were being ordered (two and a half months after I paid the half up front deposit). Work finally started the last week of April ( just 7 days shy of the deadline) and I was initially happy with how it was going. I asked a bunch of questions, had to correct the builders on layout because it turns out the first Rep lied about how the structure would be built on several levels. During construction, the electrician's helper stepped through my kitchen ceiling which i don't blame Titan for but it seems they put their trust in lack luster contractors as well. Work was "completed" on the last day of April and the permit inspector called to let me know that he would be inspecting three days later. During the inspection, it was discovered that the electricians never pulled a permit to begin with and the sunroom builders never stopped construction to get the in process inspection completed which required a portion of the structure to be dismantled. A separate crew from the first dismantled and rebuilt the structure and did a miserable job sealing it which required the lead of the original crew to come back out and correct. Since this was WELL past the deadline, I made the joke with the crew lead that " hey , I guess I got a free sunroom now". Within three minutes, the GM called me asking what I meant. This conversation culminated in him raising his voice to me several times and threatening to file a lien immediately that Monday morning if I didn't release payment. My argument that work wasn't completed because the permit wasn't sign off and required that the structure be dismantled to complete said permit didn't matter. I never once raised my voice in return, or acted unprofessional in any manner to the GM. After the tile work began, I found out how out of square the walls are. 1/4" out over 16". Had I had any idea of what I'd experience, I would have chosen a different company in a heartbeat."

Will G on January 2025

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Advanced Coast Construction

Miramar Beach Area
5.00(
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Advanced Coast Construction

Miramar Beach Area
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
181 local quotes requested

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 our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Absolutely great communication, planning and transparency in pricing. Excellent workmanship and superior materials used. Constantly part of the build process in each of its stages. Beyond satisfied with my fencing! Will use this company again for future projects!!"

Bertha S on August 2022

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 our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Absolutely great communication, planning and transparency in pricing. Excellent workmanship and superior materials used. Constantly part of the build process in each of its stages. Beyond satisfied with my fencing! Will use this company again for future projects!!"

Bertha S on August 2022

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David Meyer Builder, Inc.

417 Benning Dr
4.65(
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David Meyer Builder, Inc.

417 Benning Dr
4.65(
69
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
37 local quotes requested
43 years of experience

I am an Angie's List Super Service Award Winner and a Certified General Contractor (FLlic#CGC1507887) specializing in home additions and remodeling serving Destin and surrounding areas since 1980. My estimates are free and my contracts are written. I am punctual and my work is neat, clean, and most excellent.

"Working with David was an excellent experience. We did an unusual garage addition, and if you hadn't seen the before - the addition flowed so smoothly you would never know it was done. From start to finish, he kept us updated with the daily work to be performed. The various contracted crews we're all exceptional, picked up after each days work, and showed up on time. The job came in within 10% of initial budget, and with todays economy I'm grateful! I wouldn't hesitate to hire him for our next renovation! Chris Schaefer"

louis s on August 2023

I am an Angie's List Super Service Award Winner and a Certified General Contractor (FLlic#CGC1507887) specializing in home additions and remodeling serving Destin and surrounding areas since 1980. My estimates are free and my contracts are written. I am punctual and my work is neat, clean, and most excellent.

"Working with David was an excellent experience. We did an unusual garage addition, and if you hadn't seen the before - the addition flowed so smoothly you would never know it was done. From start to finish, he kept us updated with the daily work to be performed. The various contracted crews we're all exceptional, picked up after each days work, and showed up on time. The job came in within 10% of initial budget, and with todays economy I'm grateful! I wouldn't hesitate to hire him for our next renovation! Chris Schaefer"

louis s on August 2023

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E&E Sunrooms,LLC

2238 Inverness Dr
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E&E Sunrooms,LLC

2238 Inverness Dr
5.00(
15
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
205 local quotes requested

Committed to Excellence: E & E Sunrooms serves as a leading contractor in the entire Florida Panhandle. We’re a team of fully-certified professionals who tackle everything from Sunrooms to stained concrete. Our lead installers have been serving the Florida panhandle for 12+ years. Fueled by our commitment to excellence, we go the extra mile to make sure clients are completely satisfied with our work. Our services include but are not limited to: Aluminum sunrooms Aluminum carports Aluminum screen rooms Pool enclosures Patio covers Pergolas Painting (indoor and outdoor) Drive way staining Flooring and Decking. Call us today to schedule a free consultation!

"Excellent work! Great communication and completed the job earlier than expected. This was almost a year ago but the porch looks wonderful yet- no issues! I would definitely hire again if needed!"

Kris w on October 2023

Committed to Excellence: E & E Sunrooms serves as a leading contractor in the entire Florida Panhandle. We’re a team of fully-certified professionals who tackle everything from Sunrooms to stained concrete. Our lead installers have been serving the Florida panhandle for 12+ years. Fueled by our commitment to excellence, we go the extra mile to make sure clients are completely satisfied with our work. Our services include but are not limited to: Aluminum sunrooms Aluminum carports Aluminum screen rooms Pool enclosures Patio covers Pergolas Painting (indoor and outdoor) Drive way staining Flooring and Decking. Call us today to schedule a free consultation!

"Excellent work! Great communication and completed the job earlier than expected. This was almost a year ago but the porch looks wonderful yet- no issues! I would definitely hire again if needed!"

Kris w on October 2023

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Tyler’s Time

621 East Picasso Circle
5.00(
5
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Tyler’s Time

621 East Picasso Circle
5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Handyman ready to improve your household problems.

"Tyler is very professional and friendly. I needed some extra hands moving and getting tvs and furniture mounted and moved and secured. I explained what I needed once and he ran with it. Inviting a stranger into your home can be anxiety inducing but Tyler has a very calming energy and eased those fears immediately. Even the dogs loved him. He also went the extra step to hide the wires which I super appreciated. Would definitely hire again!"

Kelsey L on November 2024

Handyman ready to improve your household problems.

"Tyler is very professional and friendly. I needed some extra hands moving and getting tvs and furniture mounted and moved and secured. I explained what I needed once and he ran with it. Inviting a stranger into your home can be anxiety inducing but Tyler has a very calming energy and eased those fears immediately. Even the dogs loved him. He also went the extra step to hide the wires which I super appreciated. Would definitely hire again!"

Kelsey L on November 2024

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Schuler's Residential Upgrades

5.00(
2
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Schuler's Residential Upgrades

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
222 local quotes requested

Services offered: Residential Renovations Interior and exterior. Who We Are: We Are a small family business with a big famly heart! I have 4 children and an amazing wife that I live for! I started this business when my wife was pregnant with our first. She is now coming up on 5 years old. We recently relocated to Okaloosa county Florida. We are here to stay. I have been in the residential construction line of work for 12 years. I love what I do! Making someones home change for the better, and working with the client through out the process is my kind of challange. I love showing the final product and seeing the look on the clients face when we finish! At the end of each job I can say to myself ( we upgraded not just their home, but their lives.) History: I have been In this line of work for 12 years now. I have stuck with it because I like it. the first job I had in the trade, I knew that I better pay attention to all of my mentors. I knew from day one that I wanted to do this for myself one day! I started out doing side jobs while still employed. Eventually I saved enough to invest into the things I needed for start up. I pulled the trigger and never looked back!

"Completely renovated my bathroom as well as my kitchen. Did an amazing job. Marcus was very communicative and professional. I'm in love with my renovations and will definitely hire again."

Lauren B on October 2024

Services offered: Residential Renovations Interior and exterior. Who We Are: We Are a small family business with a big famly heart! I have 4 children and an amazing wife that I live for! I started this business when my wife was pregnant with our first. She is now coming up on 5 years old. We recently relocated to Okaloosa county Florida. We are here to stay. I have been in the residential construction line of work for 12 years. I love what I do! Making someones home change for the better, and working with the client through out the process is my kind of challange. I love showing the final product and seeing the look on the clients face when we finish! At the end of each job I can say to myself ( we upgraded not just their home, but their lives.) History: I have been In this line of work for 12 years now. I have stuck with it because I like it. the first job I had in the trade, I knew that I better pay attention to all of my mentors. I knew from day one that I wanted to do this for myself one day! I started out doing side jobs while still employed. Eventually I saved enough to invest into the things I needed for start up. I pulled the trigger and never looked back!

"Completely renovated my bathroom as well as my kitchen. Did an amazing job. Marcus was very communicative and professional. I'm in love with my renovations and will definitely hire again."

Lauren B on October 2024

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Refined Home Improvements

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Refined Home Improvements

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200 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

We specialize in providing quality services and products to help enhance the beauty of your home. We offer a wide range of services, from kitchen and bathroom remodels to full renovations and additions. We also provide services for deck and patio construction, as well as full roofing and siding jobs. Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to providing our customers with the best possible results. We are committed to using top-of-the-line materials and products, as well as offering competitive prices. We understand the importance of delivering quality services and products in a timely manner. We strive to ensure that all of our customers are completely satisfied with the end results of our projects. We are proud to be serving the Walton County area and look forward to providing the best home remodeling services available.

We specialize in providing quality services and products to help enhance the beauty of your home. We offer a wide range of services, from kitchen and bathroom remodels to full renovations and additions. We also provide services for deck and patio construction, as well as full roofing and siding jobs. Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to providing our customers with the best possible results. We are committed to using top-of-the-line materials and products, as well as offering competitive prices. We understand the importance of delivering quality services and products in a timely manner. We strive to ensure that all of our customers are completely satisfied with the end results of our projects. We are proud to be serving the Walton County area and look forward to providing the best home remodeling services available.

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Mark Francis Wentworth

5168 Parkway Drive
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Mark Francis Wentworth

5168 Parkway Drive
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
412 local quotes requested

Specialties, Innovation, Construction, Design! Second generation Master Designer, Cabinet Maker, Finish Carpenter, Builder, Craftsman. Our Passion - Creating "Better Indoor" & "Better Outdoor", Living Spaces. "Better Indoor Living" - Kitchens, Bathrooms, Stairways, Finish Carpentry, Wood Floors Moldings, Hardware. "Better Outdoor Living" - Decks, Arbors, Shade, Cooling, Heaters, Fire Features, Grills, Kitchens, Structures. YOUR DREAMS, YOUR BUDGET, YOUR SCHEDULE!

"Mark and team did an excellent job with our dining room remodeling. Great communication and completed in a timely manner."

Jennifer and Noah R on March 2025

Specialties, Innovation, Construction, Design! Second generation Master Designer, Cabinet Maker, Finish Carpenter, Builder, Craftsman. Our Passion - Creating "Better Indoor" & "Better Outdoor", Living Spaces. "Better Indoor Living" - Kitchens, Bathrooms, Stairways, Finish Carpentry, Wood Floors Moldings, Hardware. "Better Outdoor Living" - Decks, Arbors, Shade, Cooling, Heaters, Fire Features, Grills, Kitchens, Structures. YOUR DREAMS, YOUR BUDGET, YOUR SCHEDULE!

"Mark and team did an excellent job with our dining room remodeling. Great communication and completed in a timely manner."

Jennifer and Noah R on March 2025

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Top Hat Services

Pensacola, FL 32501
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Top Hat Services

Pensacola, FL 32501
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602 local quotes requested

Welcome to Top Hat Services, we look forward to discussing your home improvement project, please reach out to us anytime!

Welcome to Top Hat Services, we look forward to discussing your home improvement project, please reach out to us anytime!

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Destin, FL

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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