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E.T. General Contractor, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a very pleasant and positive experience working with Julio. He was professional, polite, knowledgeable, and very responsive. He and his team did a great job, on time as promised. I would gladly use them again."
New Wood Flooring
Beautiful double siting wall, patio and fire Pitt.
Paver Driveway
Patio
Outdoor kitchen and a pergola

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Response time2 days
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Adam Contracting
4.8(
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Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My only regret is not hiring Adam Contracting sooner. From the beginning of the project, I was updated on the schedule and cost. All of the employees were professional, and skilled, and left my house clean after each task. If I had issues or noticed something that needed to be changed the owner addressed the concern immediately. I am very happy with the finished project!"
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Outdoor Home Center, LLC
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Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Amenable owner. Amazing crew of skilled Amish. Looking for reasons to hire them again."
Crew building 10 x 14 quaker
12 x 16 wood sided Quaker
8 x 10 garden Quaker
12 foot white vinyl octagon gazebo on sub-frame
8 x 10 vinyl sided A-Frame

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FAQs for shed, barn or playhouse building service projects in Fairfax, VA

Most sheds larger than six feet by eight feet require a foundation to remain level and dry. A compact tool shed might get by without one, but anything heavier should sit on at least a 4-inch-thick stone-and-gravel pad that extends two feet past the walls. The gravel protects wood skids and promotes drainage. If you want maximum stability—and your budget allows—a poured concrete slab is the strongest option.

Your ideal shed size hinges on purpose. A common 10-by-12-foot kit gives you 120 square feet—plenty for lawn tools and bikes. Need just a spot for a mower and a few rakes? A compact 4-by-7-foot model should work. If you’re envisioning a workshop or hobby room, look at 12-by-16 feet or larger.

A good rule is to raise the shed floor four to six inches above the surrounding soil. That clearance encourages water to drain away instead of pooling beneath the structure. The simple step is especially important for wood floors and skids, helping deter rot, mold, and insect damage while extending the life of your new outbuilding.

Choose the route that fits your goals. Prefab sheds arrive in standard layouts and go up fast—perfect for basic storage on a tight timeline. Custom builds cost more and take longer, but let you add windows, wiring, plumbing, and unique finishes. Balance budget, features, and timeframe before deciding which type of shed is best for your needs.

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