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Construction Force is a professional construction company in Nashville, TN. We specialize in successfully managing construction projects from start to finish for both commercial properties and private residences. Our services include renovations, new construction, tenant fit-out, construction management and general contracting. With our core values of honesty, integrity and service, we strive to work smoothly and professionally with our clients
"Zeryan and his team were able get our long delayed half bath project done in a timely manner despite hold ups from the city permit office. Great communication and quick responses to questions!"
Nicole R on July 2023
Construction Force is a professional construction company in Nashville, TN. We specialize in successfully managing construction projects from start to finish for both commercial properties and private residences. Our services include renovations, new construction, tenant fit-out, construction management and general contracting. With our core values of honesty, integrity and service, we strive to work smoothly and professionally with our clients
"Zeryan and his team were able get our long delayed half bath project done in a timely manner despite hold ups from the city permit office. Great communication and quick responses to questions!"
Nicole R on July 2023
We are a Christian-based, American family owned and operated business. I started this company to specialize in outdoor shade. Our focus is on extending your living area to the outdoors area. We offer awnings ( stationery and motorized ) , patio covers, screen rooms, motorized and non-motorized shades and custom pergolas.
"We loved working with the Covered Patio. Very reasonable prices and the work was done in 2 days."
Kylie A on December 2024
We are a Christian-based, American family owned and operated business. I started this company to specialize in outdoor shade. Our focus is on extending your living area to the outdoors area. We offer awnings ( stationery and motorized ) , patio covers, screen rooms, motorized and non-motorized shades and custom pergolas.
"We loved working with the Covered Patio. Very reasonable prices and the work was done in 2 days."
Kylie A on December 2024
Music City Maintenance and Services is dedicated to providing quality services. We offer Interior and Exterior Painting and Staining services. We are dedicated to quality and customer satisfaction! We pride ourselves in the work we do. We would be happy to help you fulfill your projects! Please call or click for a free estimate today.
"Timely and accurate work, nice laborers, and cleaned up after themselves! Great Company! Attentive and Friendly! I would recommend and hire again!"
Janie Beth W on May 2025
Music City Maintenance and Services is dedicated to providing quality services. We offer Interior and Exterior Painting and Staining services. We are dedicated to quality and customer satisfaction! We pride ourselves in the work we do. We would be happy to help you fulfill your projects! Please call or click for a free estimate today.
"Timely and accurate work, nice laborers, and cleaned up after themselves! Great Company! Attentive and Friendly! I would recommend and hire again!"
Janie Beth W on May 2025
AT Fred Oakley Construction Company, we are experienced professionals providing quality Kitchen, Bathroom and Interior Remodeling in the Hendersonville/Greater Nashville/Middle Tennessee area. We use only quality sub-contractors that cover every aspect of Construction and remodeling. Call us today at 615-975-8916 to schedule an appointment. We look forward to serving your home improvement needs. "When it comes to Quality Remodeling, WE NAIL IT!
"We have a home that was built in 1930, that is loaded with charm but needed some adapting to our family’s needs. It had two too many doors and one large window that we never used because it looked directly at the neighbor’s driveway! We also needed to have new windows and floors installed, custom bookshelves built, and of course new paint. We decided to hire Fred because from Day One you could tell he was someone that was knowledgable and someone you can trust. Having someone you can trust to do projects in your home is so important because they become a part of your lives for at least a month or so! Fred took care of everything: the supples, installation, paint, and making sure that the brick installers completed the job successfully as well. I now have an office that used to be an “all weather” porch that I can actually be in all day, another office/second bedroom that has more wall space thanks to the seamless work Fred did in closing up a large window and door (not to mention it was with plaster!) He was really precise in doing “delicate demo” since we were trying to save as much of the old house charm as possible. We were even able to use one of the doors in my new office, and it looks beautiful. Cost wise, everything was up front and there were no surprises (even though he was very gracious about us adding items along the way (like extra plugs and installing a storm door). We also had our attic re-insulated and part of our floor lifted which Fred took care of as well. He communicated with us every step along the way, which is also so important. We hope to have a custom closet installed in the near future and will definitely call Fred to do that project as well! 10/10 recommend Fred Oakley for your home renovations!"
Anna B on April 2025
AT Fred Oakley Construction Company, we are experienced professionals providing quality Kitchen, Bathroom and Interior Remodeling in the Hendersonville/Greater Nashville/Middle Tennessee area. We use only quality sub-contractors that cover every aspect of Construction and remodeling. Call us today at 615-975-8916 to schedule an appointment. We look forward to serving your home improvement needs. "When it comes to Quality Remodeling, WE NAIL IT!
"We have a home that was built in 1930, that is loaded with charm but needed some adapting to our family’s needs. It had two too many doors and one large window that we never used because it looked directly at the neighbor’s driveway! We also needed to have new windows and floors installed, custom bookshelves built, and of course new paint. We decided to hire Fred because from Day One you could tell he was someone that was knowledgable and someone you can trust. Having someone you can trust to do projects in your home is so important because they become a part of your lives for at least a month or so! Fred took care of everything: the supples, installation, paint, and making sure that the brick installers completed the job successfully as well. I now have an office that used to be an “all weather” porch that I can actually be in all day, another office/second bedroom that has more wall space thanks to the seamless work Fred did in closing up a large window and door (not to mention it was with plaster!) He was really precise in doing “delicate demo” since we were trying to save as much of the old house charm as possible. We were even able to use one of the doors in my new office, and it looks beautiful. Cost wise, everything was up front and there were no surprises (even though he was very gracious about us adding items along the way (like extra plugs and installing a storm door). We also had our attic re-insulated and part of our floor lifted which Fred took care of as well. He communicated with us every step along the way, which is also so important. We hope to have a custom closet installed in the near future and will definitely call Fred to do that project as well! 10/10 recommend Fred Oakley for your home renovations!"
Anna B on April 2025
Build a safe and comfortable outdoor living space. Be able to get out of the house now and stay safe! Free ($750 value) RING security camera system w/lights and installation with every deck, screened room, sunroom, or addition! Cost determined by the job. Estimates at no charge! May contact through email or phone (615) 356-6662. American Carpet Cleaning, LLC DBA American Services of TN, LLC, American Renovation & Services, LLC, Services to include - screened rooms, sunrooms, additions, 4 season rooms, open concepts, interior/exterior remodeling, bathrooms, pergolas, outdoor living, deck renovation/construction, fencing, construction, ceramic tile, hardwood installation, roofing, custom carports, stone fireplaces, faux, and decorative painting & murals.
"Uzi and his team were amazing! They did incredible work and completed our addition in a timely manner. Uzi was always available for any questions or concerns . Any other projects we need done we will be calling Uzi again."
Amy B on November 2024
Build a safe and comfortable outdoor living space. Be able to get out of the house now and stay safe! Free ($750 value) RING security camera system w/lights and installation with every deck, screened room, sunroom, or addition! Cost determined by the job. Estimates at no charge! May contact through email or phone (615) 356-6662. American Carpet Cleaning, LLC DBA American Services of TN, LLC, American Renovation & Services, LLC, Services to include - screened rooms, sunrooms, additions, 4 season rooms, open concepts, interior/exterior remodeling, bathrooms, pergolas, outdoor living, deck renovation/construction, fencing, construction, ceramic tile, hardwood installation, roofing, custom carports, stone fireplaces, faux, and decorative painting & murals.
"Uzi and his team were amazing! They did incredible work and completed our addition in a timely manner. Uzi was always available for any questions or concerns . Any other projects we need done we will be calling Uzi again."
Amy B on November 2024
H&E Hardscaping is a leading hardscaping company specializing in transforming outdoor spaces into stunning, functional environments. Our skilled artisans offer custom design and installation services for patios, walkways, retaining walls, driveway pavers, outdoor living spaces, and water features. With a commitment to quality craftsmanship, premium materials, and personalized service, we create timeless landscapes that exceed client expectations. Choose H&E Hardscaping for a professional, timely, and satisfaction-guaranteed hardscaping experience. Elevate your outdoor living with us—where artistry meets functionality.
"Heberto was responsive, courteous and professional. I would highly recommend."
Wayne B on July 2024
H&E Hardscaping is a leading hardscaping company specializing in transforming outdoor spaces into stunning, functional environments. Our skilled artisans offer custom design and installation services for patios, walkways, retaining walls, driveway pavers, outdoor living spaces, and water features. With a commitment to quality craftsmanship, premium materials, and personalized service, we create timeless landscapes that exceed client expectations. Choose H&E Hardscaping for a professional, timely, and satisfaction-guaranteed hardscaping experience. Elevate your outdoor living with us—where artistry meets functionality.
"Heberto was responsive, courteous and professional. I would highly recommend."
Wayne B on July 2024
The Dan Company is a fully-licensed general contracting and remodeling company. We have our own staff of project managers and field team who handles all of our site prep to make sure every project is treated with the highest standard of care. We take on projects of all sizes from smaller handyman projects and decks, screened porches, and patios to large-scale kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, whole home remodels, and home additions. We are ready to take on whatever project you have in mind to make your home exactly what you want it to be, at the level of quality and service you deserve. Building with integrity is our commitment to you.
"The task of contracting with a professional company is not an easy one. Our decision was The Dan Company. From the beginning, the time line, the project, the materials, the demolitions, the actual construction was flawless. The outcome of the project was far more then we could have ever expected. Professional Team leaders, quality workers, open to suggestions and better yet making solid suggestions for a great completion. You need not go anywhere else."
Wayne W on December 2024
The Dan Company is a fully-licensed general contracting and remodeling company. We have our own staff of project managers and field team who handles all of our site prep to make sure every project is treated with the highest standard of care. We take on projects of all sizes from smaller handyman projects and decks, screened porches, and patios to large-scale kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, whole home remodels, and home additions. We are ready to take on whatever project you have in mind to make your home exactly what you want it to be, at the level of quality and service you deserve. Building with integrity is our commitment to you.
"The task of contracting with a professional company is not an easy one. Our decision was The Dan Company. From the beginning, the time line, the project, the materials, the demolitions, the actual construction was flawless. The outcome of the project was far more then we could have ever expected. Professional Team leaders, quality workers, open to suggestions and better yet making solid suggestions for a great completion. You need not go anywhere else."
Wayne W on December 2024
Martin Lawnscapes Inc. prides it's self on our ability to create that outdoor living space that is unique to each and every client. We stray from the standard candy cut designs you'll find with so many landscape companies in middle TN. Since the summer of 2020 we have had more than 12+ reviews without falling lower than an A in overall customer satisfaction. Once we started advertising with Angies List in July 2020 we clearly have set ourselves apart from our competition and the reviews speak for themselves. So contact us today and let's started with your dream outdoors!
"Martin landscaping completed the job in both a timely and sufficient manner. They brought in top soil and leveled out a section of yard that was prone to flooding and also created a berm to prevent excess water entering my yard. They also seeded and strawed area. I would hire them again for future projects."
Ricci H on October 2024
Martin Lawnscapes Inc. prides it's self on our ability to create that outdoor living space that is unique to each and every client. We stray from the standard candy cut designs you'll find with so many landscape companies in middle TN. Since the summer of 2020 we have had more than 12+ reviews without falling lower than an A in overall customer satisfaction. Once we started advertising with Angies List in July 2020 we clearly have set ourselves apart from our competition and the reviews speak for themselves. So contact us today and let's started with your dream outdoors!
"Martin landscaping completed the job in both a timely and sufficient manner. They brought in top soil and leveled out a section of yard that was prone to flooding and also created a berm to prevent excess water entering my yard. They also seeded and strawed area. I would hire them again for future projects."
Ricci H on October 2024
We are a 6 time Super Service Award winning landscape company specializing in landscape lighting - Drainage solutions - Landscape design/installation - Irrigation installation and repair .
"Outstanding...laid out the plan. Showed on scheduled day...efficient. completed work in a timely manner...cleaned up after completion. Would hire without hesitation again"
Greg M on February 2025
We are a 6 time Super Service Award winning landscape company specializing in landscape lighting - Drainage solutions - Landscape design/installation - Irrigation installation and repair .
"Outstanding...laid out the plan. Showed on scheduled day...efficient. completed work in a timely manner...cleaned up after completion. Would hire without hesitation again"
Greg M on February 2025
LandArt, Inc. is a ‘full-service’ landscape company. We design, construct, install and maintain almost everything ‘outside’ your home. At LandArt, every aspect of your project is closely supervised. We use only the finest quality plant materials to create picture-perfect curb appeal. We will always go the extra mile to please our valued customers.... and we solidly stand behind our work.
"Full landscaping around the house! Couldn't be more pleased! Randy and his crew helped us design an entirely new look to replace the old and tired landscape we had. As the installation progressed, LandArt helped incorporate some real-time adjustments that come with any large project while still helping us keep the costs down. Heartily recommend these folks!"
Bob Y on January 2024
LandArt, Inc. is a ‘full-service’ landscape company. We design, construct, install and maintain almost everything ‘outside’ your home. At LandArt, every aspect of your project is closely supervised. We use only the finest quality plant materials to create picture-perfect curb appeal. We will always go the extra mile to please our valued customers.... and we solidly stand behind our work.
"Full landscaping around the house! Couldn't be more pleased! Randy and his crew helped us design an entirely new look to replace the old and tired landscape we had. As the installation progressed, LandArt helped incorporate some real-time adjustments that come with any large project while still helping us keep the costs down. Heartily recommend these folks!"
Bob Y on January 2024
Guest house building services FAQs
In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.
Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.
When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.
How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.
Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.
No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.
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