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Oak City Builders

237 Lake Park Circle
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Oak City Builders

237 Lake Park Circle
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40 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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 customizable 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!

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 customizable 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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G3 Builders, LLC

7940 Sumter Ridge Lane, Unit 5108
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G3 Builders, LLC

7940 Sumter Ridge Lane, Unit 5108
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

"They do good work."

Tom . on February 2021

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

"They do good work."

Tom . on February 2021


"Pretty good"

Robert S on October 2025

We specialize in home repair and contracting services. Our goal is customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide while delivering great customer service. Check out our services we offer. Give us a call at (919-244-3396)

"Pretty good"

Robert S on October 2025


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Triangle Home Repair and Paint Inc

1112 Perkins Dr. Suite 100,
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Triangle Home Repair and Paint Inc

1112 Perkins Dr. Suite 100,
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
795 local quotes requested

Your Trusted Partner for Home Improvement At Triangle Home Repair and Paint, we understand that your home is your sanctuary. That’s why we’re committed to providing top-notch repair and renovation services throughout the Triangle area, including Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. With years of experience, we specialize in offering reliable, high-quality repairs that enhance your home’s beauty, safety, and functionality

"Like we expected,‘professionally and within the budget."

Jan Z on February 2025

Your Trusted Partner for Home Improvement At Triangle Home Repair and Paint, we understand that your home is your sanctuary. That’s why we’re committed to providing top-notch repair and renovation services throughout the Triangle area, including Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. With years of experience, we specialize in offering reliable, high-quality repairs that enhance your home’s beauty, safety, and functionality

"Like we expected,‘professionally and within the budget."

Jan Z on February 2025


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JJ Remodeling

534 W Weatherspoon St
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JJ Remodeling

534 W Weatherspoon St
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1012 local quotes requested

Over 16 years of experience providing remodeling services ranging from Residential to Commercial. Our strong strengths are specialized in electrical, sheetrock, and landscaping.

"Good communication. Very quick and affordable"

Sean T on October 2025

Over 16 years of experience providing remodeling services ranging from Residential to Commercial. Our strong strengths are specialized in electrical, sheetrock, and landscaping.

"Good communication. Very quick and affordable"

Sean T on October 2025


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Promark Construction

4010 Fayetteville Rd
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Promark Construction

4010 Fayetteville Rd
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604 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Promark Construction provides expert construction services for residential and commercial properties. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

Promark Construction provides expert construction services for residential and commercial properties. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!


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Anova Realty and Remodeling

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Anova Realty and Remodeling

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Customers say: Quality work
687 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

All residential projects from the roof to the yard and everywhere in between! We specialize in kitchens, bathrooms, decks, porches, and sunrooms, but we do it all, so don't hesitate to call!

"Matt, the owner. Is disrespectful and "always out of town". We were quoted for a deck remodeling and a screened porch. Told it would take 6-8 months. 46 months later it was finished. I highly recommend you keep looking. His crew (the builders, did do a great job), but the unprofessionalism of Matt is the reason I leave this post. I have the screenshots of his texts to me and my wife. Oh, and don't let him use your outlets, if his crew blows them he will question them to begin with."

Derek J on July 2023

All residential projects from the roof to the yard and everywhere in between! We specialize in kitchens, bathrooms, decks, porches, and sunrooms, but we do it all, so don't hesitate to call!

"Matt, the owner. Is disrespectful and "always out of town". We were quoted for a deck remodeling and a screened porch. Told it would take 6-8 months. 46 months later it was finished. I highly recommend you keep looking. His crew (the builders, did do a great job), but the unprofessionalism of Matt is the reason I leave this post. I have the screenshots of his texts to me and my wife. Oh, and don't let him use your outlets, if his crew blows them he will question them to begin with."

Derek J on July 2023


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Addison Construction Group

655 Bruce Coggins Rd
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Addison Construction Group

655 Bruce Coggins Rd
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
149 local quotes requested

As a true family owned business with local roots, serving clients throughout the Carolina’s for more than two decades, we at Addison Construction Group do whatever it takes to ensure every project is completed on time and according to our specifications. With over 35 years of combined industry experience, we at Addison Construction Group have the knowledge and ability to help your dreams come true when building your custom home, remodeling projects, commercial build-outs, to anything you can dream of.

"Great job and reasonable costs"

Brian F on January 2024

As a true family owned business with local roots, serving clients throughout the Carolina’s for more than two decades, we at Addison Construction Group do whatever it takes to ensure every project is completed on time and according to our specifications. With over 35 years of combined industry experience, we at Addison Construction Group have the knowledge and ability to help your dreams come true when building your custom home, remodeling projects, commercial build-outs, to anything you can dream of.

"Great job and reasonable costs"

Brian F on January 2024


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Woodwright and Millwork, LLC

65 Glen Rd, PMB 252
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Woodwright and Millwork, LLC

65 Glen Rd, PMB 252
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
734 local quotes requested

Woodwright & Millwork LLC’s mission is to pursue and bring to completion professional projects that are both beautifully crafted and durable. Woodwright & Millwork LLC was established in 2019 by Andrew Schafer. He has spent the last 10 years in construction and remodeling to shape the skills needed to successfully organize, start, and complete a wide variety of projects, from framing to custom built ins.

"Andrew did an excellent job replacing my damaged siding on my house, constructing a new set of stairs for my front porch and making structural improvements to my front porch. I would highly recommend Andrew for any construction needs!"

Jason K on January 2023

Woodwright & Millwork LLC’s mission is to pursue and bring to completion professional projects that are both beautifully crafted and durable. Woodwright & Millwork LLC was established in 2019 by Andrew Schafer. He has spent the last 10 years in construction and remodeling to shape the skills needed to successfully organize, start, and complete a wide variety of projects, from framing to custom built ins.

"Andrew did an excellent job replacing my damaged siding on my house, constructing a new set of stairs for my front porch and making structural improvements to my front porch. I would highly recommend Andrew for any construction needs!"

Jason K on January 2023


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Mr. Handyman of Western Wake County

805 Mt. Vernon Road Suite A
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Mr. Handyman of Western Wake County

805 Mt. Vernon Road Suite A
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
712 local quotes requested

Busy schedules make both major and minor home repairs hard to get to and your growing "To Do" list looks overwhelming and unmanageable. One call to Mr. Handyman solves all your home repair headaches. Our technicians will arrive in our Mr. Handyman vans wearing Mr. Handyman logoed shirts. Each technician has many years of experience in the construction and building repair business and is ready to assist you with your "to do" list. Call our office, 919-424-3780, to schedule your appointment. Mr. Handyman is your one-stop shop for a wide range of home maintenance and repair solutions. Mr. Handyman service technicians are highly skilled craftsmen, so you know they will get the job done right the first time. Our uniformed, fully insured technicians arrive on time in a marked van and clean up when they've finished the job. Our Vision is to be the first-choice provider of maintenance, repair, and improvement solutions for home and business .

"Good job very pleased"

Paul R on August 2025

Busy schedules make both major and minor home repairs hard to get to and your growing "To Do" list looks overwhelming and unmanageable. One call to Mr. Handyman solves all your home repair headaches. Our technicians will arrive in our Mr. Handyman vans wearing Mr. Handyman logoed shirts. Each technician has many years of experience in the construction and building repair business and is ready to assist you with your "to do" list. Call our office, 919-424-3780, to schedule your appointment. Mr. Handyman is your one-stop shop for a wide range of home maintenance and repair solutions. Mr. Handyman service technicians are highly skilled craftsmen, so you know they will get the job done right the first time. Our uniformed, fully insured technicians arrive on time in a marked van and clean up when they've finished the job. Our Vision is to be the first-choice provider of maintenance, repair, and improvement solutions for home and business .

"Good job very pleased"

Paul R on August 2025

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Durham, NC

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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