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Big Iron Construction
New to Angi

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Big Iron Construction residential and commercial restoration & remodeling company. Over the years, the group has undertaken many challenging projects and accumulated skills, know-how and experiences in remodeling and restoration solutions, project management services, building trades and related engineering works. Big Iron Construction specializes in remodels, water damage, mold damage, fire damage, and storm damage. Call us today for consultation.

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Valued Renovations
New to Angi

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Valued Renovations is owned and operated by Wes Garcia, We have over 15yrs experiance in construction. We have a qualified of experts ready to accessed you in your remodeling needs. We accept all major credit cards..

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RMB Plumbing Services
5.00(
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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Cash, major credit cards, checks.

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Faith Framing
New to Angi

In business since 2010

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Warranties offered

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Wamhoff Development LLC
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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Wamhoff Development provides design-build services for residential and commercial construction. Additional contact name - Rico Rodriguez. Additional email - rico@wamhoffdevelopment.com.

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Linbeck Group, LLC
New to Angi

- Planning all significant project development and implementation details\n- Understanding the material and equipment specifications and procuring them\n- Predicting potential changes and formulating risk mitigation strategies\n- Fulfilling legal and regulatory concerns\n- Establishing effective communication among all project participants

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D.Brown Home Remolding
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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well. He explain step by step what needed to be done to correct the frame."
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Balleza Roofing & Construction
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In business since 1997

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"They did a beautiful job. It went really well. Great job."
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RND Technology
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"I checked the market and RND Technology was very competitive for cellular technology monitoring of my existing home security system."
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Mora Carpentry
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In business since 2012

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Warranties offered

We are a small business located in the revitalized East End area.

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FAQs for second story addition building service projects in Houston, TX

For many homeowners, building up is worth the expense because it provides the extra bedrooms or living areas that can’t be accommodated within the existing footprint. A larger, updated home often commands a higher resale price, recouping a sizable share of the project cost while allowing you to stay in the neighborhood you love. Run the numbers with a real estate agent and contractor to ensure the expected return and day-to-day benefits align with your goals.

Whether it makes more sense to build up or out depends on your lot, budget, and local code. Building up preserves yard space and involves less foundation work, but you may need to vacate the home during construction. Building out avoids staircases and can proceed while you stay put; however, it encroaches on the yard and may face setback limits. Compare both options with your contractor before making a decision.

A structural engineer will first inspect the existing foundation for cracks, footings, and load capacity. Depending on the findings, the crew may pour new concrete footings, install steel or concrete piers, add reinforced beams, or tie additional rebar into the slab. These upgrades redistribute the weight of the new floor and bring the structure up to code. Your contractor will outline the specific reinforcement plan and timeline once the engineering report is complete.

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