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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance

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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
657 local quotes requested

We are a family owned and operated complete home repair, maintenance and remodeling company. We have over 29 years of experience in residential remodeling, repairs, maintenance and construction. We believe in and provide premium craftsmanship for all of your home needs. We are professional, trustworthy and reliable. We service the entire Tristate area.

"They came on time and did a wonderful job"

Amelia B on September 2025

We are a family owned and operated complete home repair, maintenance and remodeling company. We have over 29 years of experience in residential remodeling, repairs, maintenance and construction. We believe in and provide premium craftsmanship for all of your home needs. We are professional, trustworthy and reliable. We service the entire Tristate area.

"They came on time and did a wonderful job"

Amelia B on September 2025

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BTS Contracting Inc

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BTS Contracting Inc

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a small contracting company that offers big results. We do have several reliable subcontractors to perform duties that we do not do in the scope of a project.

"Bob and his guys were outstanding. Bob was patient with changes, new ideas, and was a great partner to work with throughout the project. I would (and still do) call him for anything - I trust Bob with all aspects of our home and it's future needs. Bob and his crew are worth their weight in GOLD!"

Beth F on August 2018

We are a small contracting company that offers big results. We do have several reliable subcontractors to perform duties that we do not do in the scope of a project.

"Bob and his guys were outstanding. Bob was patient with changes, new ideas, and was a great partner to work with throughout the project. I would (and still do) call him for anything - I trust Bob with all aspects of our home and it's future needs. Bob and his crew are worth their weight in GOLD!"

Beth F on August 2018

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

4.84(
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

4.84(
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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

Lip Innovations

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Lip Innovations

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

Over ten years experience. Free estimates. We take our time with our jobs and do each job as if it is our own home we are working on. Quality is key with us. Call us, you'll be glad you did.

Over ten years experience. Free estimates. We take our time with our jobs and do each job as if it is our own home we are working on. Quality is key with us. Call us, you'll be glad you did.

YOUNG'S HOME REMEDIES

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YOUNG'S HOME REMEDIES

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

OWNER OPERATED. USES SUBS FOR ELECTRIC & PLUMBING. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGES MAY APPLY. EXTRA CHARGE FOR AFTER HOUR SERVICE.

OWNER OPERATED. USES SUBS FOR ELECTRIC & PLUMBING. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGES MAY APPLY. EXTRA CHARGE FOR AFTER HOUR SERVICE.

Marx Brothers LLC

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Marx Brothers LLC

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35 years of experience

Fine cabinetry construction and installation. Fine furniture pieces with a no questions asked guarantee on all of our items produced. From decks to entertainment centers to kitchen complete kitchens, we can do it all.

Fine cabinetry construction and installation. Fine furniture pieces with a no questions asked guarantee on all of our items produced. From decks to entertainment centers to kitchen complete kitchens, we can do it all.

The Roofing Annex

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The Roofing Annex

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

As a full service restoration company with a passion for roofing, we regard your roof & property as the armor covering everything you hold dear and are committed to installing the right products in the right way. With this in mind we have pursued and acquired the appropriate certifications to ensure that your roof and other trade items are installed in such a manner. Additional address - 711 Rose Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 - (847) 278-2278, (614) 344-4042, (855) 55-ANNEX. Additional emails - roofingannex@gmail.com, joey@roofingannex.com, dawn@roofingannex.com. Additional DBA - The Roofing Annex LLC.

"One workman was sent over to fix leak. Work took one hour, for which we were charged $1600. We thought we had an emergency situation. THE COMPANY TOOK ADVANTAGE OF THE SITUATION. Even if the work was done properly, The fee for one hour of work is outrageous"

Michael R on May 2018

As a full service restoration company with a passion for roofing, we regard your roof & property as the armor covering everything you hold dear and are committed to installing the right products in the right way. With this in mind we have pursued and acquired the appropriate certifications to ensure that your roof and other trade items are installed in such a manner. Additional address - 711 Rose Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 - (847) 278-2278, (614) 344-4042, (855) 55-ANNEX. Additional emails - roofingannex@gmail.com, joey@roofingannex.com, dawn@roofingannex.com. Additional DBA - The Roofing Annex LLC.

"One workman was sent over to fix leak. Work took one hour, for which we were charged $1600. We thought we had an emergency situation. THE COMPANY TOOK ADVANTAGE OF THE SITUATION. Even if the work was done properly, The fee for one hour of work is outrageous"

Michael R on May 2018

CBR/CINCINNATI BATH RESTORATION PROFESSIONALS INC

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CBR/CINCINNATI BATH RESTORATION PROFESSIONALS INC

4.39(
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Customers say: Super punctual
28 years of experience

OWNER-OPERATED. NO SUB-CONTRACTORS USED ON ANY JOB. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB - MOST PRICING CAN BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE.

"They did an excellent job and everything was done very professionally. They cleaned up after they were done and I would definitely hire them again."

cheryl s on May 2021

OWNER-OPERATED. NO SUB-CONTRACTORS USED ON ANY JOB. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB - MOST PRICING CAN BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE.

"They did an excellent job and everything was done very professionally. They cleaned up after they were done and I would definitely hire them again."

cheryl s on May 2021

Daley Renderings

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Daley Renderings

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13 years of experience

Want to enhance your business? Advance your level of presentation. Set the bar in your industry by delivering visualizations that make your company a leader in the pack. Your project deserves a visualization as powerful and visionary as the project itself. Daley Renderings specializes in architectural design visualization projects, delivering still renderings and video animations. Past work includes: Non-Profit, City Park, Government, Residential, Commercial, Industrial and International Projects.

Want to enhance your business? Advance your level of presentation. Set the bar in your industry by delivering visualizations that make your company a leader in the pack. Your project deserves a visualization as powerful and visionary as the project itself. Daley Renderings specializes in architectural design visualization projects, delivering still renderings and video animations. Past work includes: Non-Profit, City Park, Government, Residential, Commercial, Industrial and International Projects.

Goforth Painting and Remodeling

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Goforth Painting and Remodeling

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

Family owned and operated Painting and Remodeling company with 26 years of experience. Ability to complete projects using only one contractor which will ensure clear communication and ability to keepto a time line for completion. fully insured. Free Estimates

Family owned and operated Painting and Remodeling company with 26 years of experience. Ability to complete projects using only one contractor which will ensure clear communication and ability to keepto a time line for completion. fully insured. Free Estimates

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Independence, KY

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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