Top-rated shelter or outbuilding builders.

Get matched with top shelter or outbuilding builders in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Shelter or outbuilding builders in Fort Lauderdale

Avatar for STAR CONSTRUCTION CO
STAR CONSTRUCTION CO
4.6(
39
)

Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

"They started the work in march and are not finished here in July. ?They work on other jobs and mine falls to the wayside. Also I feel that I am being charged for things that should have been in the contract (like permits, inspections, and fixtures) They also cut into a sprinkler line and I had to pay $75.00 to have that fixed. ?They are too slow, they will leave me for days to work on other jobs. This is rental property that I can not rent out until the job finished."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for JGB Renovations
JGB Renovations
4.8(
204
)

Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David wanted to ensure I was getting my time/money's worth. When I finished my list he knew I had not exhausted my time and kept asking what else he could do. It was a great experience and I would recommend David's company (JGB Renovations) to anyone who needs reliable service."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+369

Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Strange & Strange Construction Inc
Strange & Strange Construction Inc
5.0(
18
)

Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Allen and his team were very professional and responsible from the beginning of the project to the end of it. They performed an amazing job installing the wood floor for our Master bedroom. They exceeded our expectations and we’re really happy with the final result."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+67

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Preventive Maintenance Support Services
Preventive Maintenance Support Services
4.4(
218
)

Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very happy with the result of this work and the company, the patio post was rusted and falling off and the roof was leaking I had several companies out but this was the only one that could do both jobs. Kris came out and gave a price on both jobs and he was right in line with the others, the got the permits from the building department and the work went very well and am very happy with this company."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+8

Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for GARAGE MAKEOVERS INC
GARAGE MAKEOVERS INC
4.7(
109
)

Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Initially spoke with Marta in the office. She was very professional and provided me with all the information I needed to make an informed decision on using Garage Makeovers or not. I decided to use them based on reviews from Angie's List, Marta's conversions, and other information. We scheduled a date and time for the installation. On the scheduled date I received a call indicating that they had a cancellation and if it was okay to come early. Great news for me., and of course I said, come on up. Installation went very smoothly and took just about the time Marta had estimated. Although I had provided a deposit with a credit card, I opted to pay the full amount by check, for which they were grateful. Definitely recommend Garage Makeovers to others."
Touch of Blue
Saddle Tan
Tuxedo Color
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+41

Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Art Remodeling & Construction Corp
Art Remodeling & Construction Corp
4.6(
294
)

Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

"Art Remodeling and Construction is top-quality when it comes to remodeling services. My cousin just had her kitchen renovated and the outcome was simply stunning. What a convenience to have them working for you"
kitchen remodeling
bathroom remodeling
bathroom remodeling
bathroom remodeling
bathroom remodeling

+12

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for Nation's Rebuilding Services Inc.
Nation's Rebuilding Services Inc.
5.0(
20
)

Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We put the customers first in all circumstances meeting the demands and request that they outline. Sevice of excellence is our motto. Every job is treated as the only job meaning there will be the same professionalism use on all job large or small no matter where or type of customer. There is a passion for the work we do so its done with a divine frequency and energy of love .Interior and Exterior painting, general remodeling plastering ,landscaping , kitchen and bathroom remodeling, specialises in wooden and matel picket fencing , demolition inerior and Exterior and tiling .

Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+70

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for OCEAN HOME REMODEL
OCEAN HOME REMODEL
4.3(
84
)

Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kobi and Jennifer are a great team. We hired them to do our master bath and we were so happy with the results, we hired them to remodel our kitchen. Great ideas followed by a lot of "handholding" - theytake you shopping, are always looking for ways to save money without sacrificing results. They have a great crew who work very hard. I would definitely recommend them."
kitchen remodeling
kitchen remodeling
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+26

Recommended by87%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 84
FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Fort Lauderdale, 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. 

The Fort Lauderdale, FL homeowners’ guide to shelter or outbuilding building services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

  • newly built swimming pool enclosure

    The cost to build a pool enclosure depends on the type of cover you choose and the size of your pool. Learn how to budget for this project.

  • Open door to storm cellar

    HomeAdvisor’s Bomb Shelter and Bunker Cost Guide covers all the costs of a prefabricated doomsday bunker. Find costs and find professional bunker builders near you.

  • light blue shed in a backyard

    Building a shed or playhouse comes with costs for materials, labor, and design choices. Compare DIY vs. professional installation to find the best option for your budget.