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Avatar for Eric's Quality Building, Inc.
Eric's Quality Building, Inc.
4.9(
43
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Serving Hillsboro, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"When choosing a general contractor, we were looking for someone to complete multiple jobs in a timely manner, with a solid work history and good reviews. Eric's Quality Building checked all our boxes. Eric provided a fair quote for both a concrete patio extension and a patio cover. Both of our projects were completed in a fast and efficient manner, with the quality of work and customer service provided being stellar. Eric is a younger guy, but he and his crew do a great job. I will use Eric for future projects, and I suggest you hire him for your next project big or small."
 grape arbor done with rough cut material
New Deck
Stair and Fence
Portland ADU (framing siding roofing)
  grape arbor done with rough cut material

+122

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elite Enclosures
4.4(
28
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Serving Hillsboro, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Adam and his crew did amazing work going above and beyond expectations. Went out of his way to pickup things that were missing out of the shed kit. It was very appreciated that he picked up a vapor barrier so the shed would be built to last. Great communication and even better price. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend to a friend and/or use on future projects. Thanks Adam!"
Painting - Exterior Project
Handymen Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Handymen Project
Painting - Exterior Project

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Southerland Remodel & Plumbing Services LLC
4.8(
26
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Serving Hillsboro, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Southerland Remodel and Plumbing is my go to for any plumbing or remodel needs. If anyone asks for a recommendation I always send them to Southerland!"
Bathroom remodel
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Plumbing Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+52

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Chumbley Construction llc
4.6(
10
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Serving Hillsboro, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Noah and his team are truly wonderful to work with. Noah kept in close contact with us and was able to add items we decided on during the project. We couldn’t be happier with the final product. We have already contracted Chumbley Construction to remodel our bathroom based on this experience."
Response time11 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by11%of homeowners
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MRI Construction Services
4.0(
30
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Serving Hillsboro, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great husband and wife team, very nice people. They completed the work per the estimate. The only thing not up to my expectations was their follow through in getting back to me. First with the estimate, which came 2 days after I was told I would have it. and after the work on my sliding door was finished, they were supposed to get back to me on whether or not they could find new wheels for the door. They said I should hear the next day, it's been over a month and I never heard back from them."
Doors
Doors
Doors
Doors
Doors

+196

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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3POINT3R CONSTRUCTION LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Hillsboro, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Martin and his crew tore up a paver patio and partial lawn and installed a beautiful patio with pavers and river rock. On time and worked quickly! I was really happy with how I was treated and the quality of work they did. It was a small project which I sometimes have a hard time finding people for and Martin was eager and made me feel like it was worth his time."
Old Vanity
Old shower
New flooring
Bathroom Remodel
Added two shower niches

+10

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
RT Custom Builds, LLC
4.5(
2
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Serving Hillsboro, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We are owner operated. I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients and honesty is what we deliver to our clients along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We look forward to working with you!

Response time8 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All About Decks & More, LLC
3.3(
22
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Serving Hillsboro, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Due to a shortage of materials, as a result of the pandemic and no fault of Rickâ s, the project took longer than expected. The finished product is beautiful and above our expectations in quality. I would wholeheartedly suggest using All. About Deckâ s and More."
Madison
Front
 right side
left side
Side walk

+43

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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RT Custom Build LLC
4.9(
15
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Serving Hillsboro, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robert did an amazing job! Starting with excavation, and all through finishing the barn, he truly went above and beyond to address the difficult terrain, narrow access to the building site, weather conditions (we started building in the winter), and most importantly, my frequent plan modifications. Robert not only built my truly beautiful barn, he also organized and helped me with other jobs (fence, retaining wall etc), advised me and took care of everything to make sure the building process went as smoothly as possible. Out of all the professionals I dealt with during this build (plumbing, electrical, painting), Robert is the only one I encountered no issues with. He is also punctual, keeps the timelines, explains the job and cost adequately and charges fairly. I would recommend Robert highly, he will do an amazing job and you will be in good hands."
Mary drew
Tj beck
Amy lardy
Mary drew
Tj beck

+53

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Renovation Company
4.5(
73
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Serving Hillsboro, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I don't usually write reviews online, but in this situation I cannot help myself. I was blown away by Mark's responsiveness and work ethic. I venture to say that Mark is faster, smarter, more efficient, and more detail-oriented than most any contractor. I was in a desperate situation (had to fire another contractor for unfortunate reasons and NEEDED our only tub replaced and bathroom tiled so my fiancé could use it to recover from surgery in a few days). Mark problem-solved quickly, told me to buy a new tub, and came over Friday at 5 after his regular work day to help me get the tub replaced in under 2 hours. After asking his wife first (classy), he offered to work over the weekend to get the job done. We worked side by side to knock out the bathroom in 2 very long days. Being a new home owner, I was jazzed to learn how to tile and Mark was an excellent leader and teacher. Honestly, I could go on and on. This guy is for real. He's professional, skilled, and efficient as all get out. I'm sure he isn't perfect, but I think you'd be very hard pressed to find a better skilled or more enjoyable contractor in the area. "
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Hillsboro, 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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