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Avatar for Ground Zero Storm Shelters
Ground Zero Storm Shelters
4.8(
145
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Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect. I enjoyed getting to sit in the storm shelters at their showroom to help with size selection. After signing up for the install, they connect you to an online portal to manage the contract and to update building permit number, etc. Installation was prompt and clean."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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My Handy Mate LLC Improvement & Remodeling
4.6(
46
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Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a full service remodeling company and are a local family owned company. Experience Remodeling Excellence. Specialties include bathroom, basement, full home and kitchen renovations. My Handy Mate’s mission is to perform the highest level of quality construction services at fair and competitive prices. To also preserve the integrity of our company through repeat and referral business achieved by customer satisfaction in all areas including timeliness, attention to detail and customer service. We vow to maintain the highest levels of professionalism, honesty and friendliness in our relationships with our suppliers, professional contacts and most importantly our customers. There are some other things we do well such as treat people right, give free written estimates, answer our phones and show up on time! Let us be the last call you will ever need to make. Licensed, Bonded and Insured.

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Ace Builders
4.9(
17
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Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Ace Builders is an independently owned and operated business located in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. Greg Hall is a North Carolina Licensed General Contractor providing area Home Owners with services such as New Construction, Additions, Siding repair and replacement, Remodels, Flooring, Window Replacement, Decks and much more. General Real Estate maintenance is also performed for second homes and rental properties. \nAll home repair estimates are free of charge and references will gladly be provided. All pricing is worked up and presented in contract form. We do a lot of work for second home owners that live out of the area. Regular updates using e-mail and digital photographs are part of our customer satisfaction program. We are a local business with one employee, my wife Aimee. Local Subcontractors are used at times for projects that may require a Licensed Electrician or Licensed Plumber etc.\nAce Builders is dedicated to providing you with the best experience possible whether you are building a new home or remodeling an existing home! Please, contact Greg Hall, N.C. Lic.General Contractor at Ace Builders today. \nContact Information:\nGreg Hall\nAce Builders\nN.C. Licensed General Contractor #59064\n252-422-2596 Direct\ngreg@acebuildersnc.com.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Trulane Builders Inc
4.8(
11
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Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lane is a pleasure to work with. He was responsive, professional, and answered all my questions fully. Due to his kind manner, he made it easy to pick his company out of the several I contacted. Most of our communication happened by email and text and he always responded by the following day. His price was fair, not the highest or the lowest, and I am very satisfied with the purchase and the product."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carolina Home Exteriors LLC
4.9(
19
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Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was very pleased with my experience with Carolina Home Exteriors. Our job was difficult as we were replacing old windows on the 2nd floor and the home exterior is asbestos siding. Brian and Danny were wonderful. The job took longer than anticipated but that is because they had to be very careful working around the asbestos siding. Their work was top notch, excellent quality. They cleaned up beautifully every day, vacuuming debris and cleaning the new windows. They were very professional in their interactions with me throughout the week. In fact, I was so happy with the quality of the framing they were doing around the window exteriors, I asked them to do an additional job to frame the inside of a window in our bathroom that is going to be tiled soon. I would definitely recommend them and use them again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for garage building service projects in Emerald Isle, NC

A well‑constructed, properly permitted detached garage adds between $12,000 and $36,000 to a home’s resale value. Buyers appreciate the secure parking, extra storage, and flexible workspace, so appraisers often bump the property’s value accordingly. The exact return depends on the garage’s size, finishes, and how well it matches the main house, but most homeowners see a strong ROI when the build meets local codes and passes inspection.

Yes—once it meets local building codes and you secure the proper permits, a detached garage can be converted into living space. Finishing the interior, adding climate control, and ensuring safe egress effectively increase your usable square footage, though it may not always count toward the official listing. Skipping permits can trigger fines and even force you to undo the work, so always clear plans with your city first.

Most homeowners policies cover a detached garage under the “other structures” provision, but coverage limits vary. Review your declarations page and ask your agent how much protection you have for separate structures. If the limit is lower than the garage’s replacement cost, you can raise it for a modest premium. Confirming the details now prevents headaches if you ever need to file a claim.

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