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RT Custom Build LLC

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RT Custom Build LLC

4.93(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 local quotes requested

Versatile. Sturdy. Inexpensive. Pole barns, also known as post frame buildings or pole buildings, are the ideal choice for adding a new building to your property without breaking the bank. Whether you need a new workshop, storage space, or a barn, a pole barn is the solution you’re looking for. Pole barns are incredibly durable, making them easy to maintain throughout the years.

"Wonderful, they did an excellent job!"

Dominique P on June 2024

Versatile. Sturdy. Inexpensive. Pole barns, also known as post frame buildings or pole buildings, are the ideal choice for adding a new building to your property without breaking the bank. Whether you need a new workshop, storage space, or a barn, a pole barn is the solution you’re looking for. Pole barns are incredibly durable, making them easy to maintain throughout the years.

"Wonderful, they did an excellent job!"

Dominique P on June 2024

Chumbley Construction llc

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Chumbley Construction llc

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Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We provide results, not excuses! We pride our company on customer service, professionalism, great communication, efficiency, and superior quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your home renovation project. We look forward to earning your business! Feel free to give us a call today! -- ONE STOP SHOP, TRUE DESUIGN BUILD VENMO, ZELLE

"Noah and his crew worked fast and built exactly what I asked for! We wanted a covered space on our deck to enclose it for a catio, and they understood my vision perfectly. They even framed out a door with a secure latch so our cats cannot escape. We are DIYing the rest of the catio build, but if I need any more help on this or future projects, I wouldn't hesitate to hire Noah!"

Katie C on March 2025

We provide results, not excuses! We pride our company on customer service, professionalism, great communication, efficiency, and superior quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your home renovation project. We look forward to earning your business! Feel free to give us a call today! -- ONE STOP SHOP, TRUE DESUIGN BUILD VENMO, ZELLE

"Noah and his crew worked fast and built exactly what I asked for! We wanted a covered space on our deck to enclose it for a catio, and they understood my vision perfectly. They even framed out a door with a secure latch so our cats cannot escape. We are DIYing the rest of the catio build, but if I need any more help on this or future projects, I wouldn't hesitate to hire Noah!"

Katie C on March 2025

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Southerland Remodel & Plumbing Services LLC

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Southerland Remodel & Plumbing Services LLC

4.84(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

We love to repair and fix homes. Build that special room or garage for you. Change out Appliances and do Gas lines to new appliances. Repair plumbing and change out Plumbing fixtures. Build custom showers and bathroom remodels. Kitchen guts and start overs or just updating. Detach garage building and pole buildings. Water heaters, Handyman services.

"Very fast and did a great job. He even offered to do the sheet rock job also. Very handy guy."

Del G on March 2023

We love to repair and fix homes. Build that special room or garage for you. Change out Appliances and do Gas lines to new appliances. Repair plumbing and change out Plumbing fixtures. Build custom showers and bathroom remodels. Kitchen guts and start overs or just updating. Detach garage building and pole buildings. Water heaters, Handyman services.

"Very fast and did a great job. He even offered to do the sheet rock job also. Very handy guy."

Del G on March 2023

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Ace Handyman Services

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Ace Handyman Services

4.49(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
1338 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

We are happy to provide handyman, home repair and home improvement services to the broader Portland area - from Oregon City to Scappose and Forest Grove to Gresham, including Lake Oswego, West Linn, Beaverton, and all areas of Portland. Our specialty is anything in and around the home (or business) that takes between two hours and two days to complete. We offer free over-the-phone estimates and firm appointment times to save you time, all our handymen are licensed, bonded, and ensured as our employees, and we guarantee our work for a year.

"I've used Ace Handyman for several years now. Their work is excellent and very professional."

Kumar V on October 2025

We are happy to provide handyman, home repair and home improvement services to the broader Portland area - from Oregon City to Scappose and Forest Grove to Gresham, including Lake Oswego, West Linn, Beaverton, and all areas of Portland. Our specialty is anything in and around the home (or business) that takes between two hours and two days to complete. We offer free over-the-phone estimates and firm appointment times to save you time, all our handymen are licensed, bonded, and ensured as our employees, and we guarantee our work for a year.

"I've used Ace Handyman for several years now. Their work is excellent and very professional."

Kumar V on October 2025

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Nikao Construction, LLC

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Nikao Construction, LLC

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
212 local quotes requested

At Nikao Construction we specialize in Kitchen and Bathroom remodeling services. We also specialize decks and outdoor Pavilions. Remodeling - General - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom

"I have been working with Nikao construction for years. We have done many projects with them. Great service! Competent, professional, and friendly!"

Gavin L on February 2025

At Nikao Construction we specialize in Kitchen and Bathroom remodeling services. We also specialize decks and outdoor Pavilions. Remodeling - General - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom

"I have been working with Nikao construction for years. We have done many projects with them. Great service! Competent, professional, and friendly!"

Gavin L on February 2025

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Blue Diamond Painting LLC

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Blue Diamond Painting LLC

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813 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

With over 10 years of experience, we specialize in a wide range of remodeling services and painting solutions. From complete home remodels to refreshing your living space with a new coat of paint, we handle it all. What we value the most customer satisfaction. We take immense pride in our workmanship and strive to deliver exceptional results. Our team has been in this line of work for over a decade, serving areas from Eugene to Portland. Whether you're looking for a small renovation or a major home transformation, our business is here to exceed your expectations.

With over 10 years of experience, we specialize in a wide range of remodeling services and painting solutions. From complete home remodels to refreshing your living space with a new coat of paint, we handle it all. What we value the most customer satisfaction. We take immense pride in our workmanship and strive to deliver exceptional results. Our team has been in this line of work for over a decade, serving areas from Eugene to Portland. Whether you're looking for a small renovation or a major home transformation, our business is here to exceed your expectations.

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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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

Heartwood Builders

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Heartwood Builders

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
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Earthview Landcare

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Earthview Landcare

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

17 EMPLOYEES. COST DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES. ASK ABOUT ANGIE'S LIST DISCOUNT.

17 EMPLOYEES. COST DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES. ASK ABOUT ANGIE'S LIST DISCOUNT.

D&D BUILDERS INC

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D&D BUILDERS INC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

OWNER-OPERATED, USES SUBS, COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB, TRAVEL CHARGES MAY APPLY, EXTRA CHARGE FOR AFTER-HOURS SERVICE.

OWNER-OPERATED, USES SUBS, COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB, TRAVEL CHARGES MAY APPLY, EXTRA CHARGE FOR AFTER-HOURS SERVICE.

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Forest Grove, OR

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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