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Huckins Construction LLC

Hummingbird Lane
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Huckins Construction LLC

Hummingbird Lane
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
206 local quotes requested

We are family owned and specialize in remodeling and roofing services. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Please see the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Professional, great job"

Matt T on April 2024

We are family owned and specialize in remodeling and roofing services. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Please see the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Professional, great job"

Matt T on April 2024


Dugan Welding and Fencing

67636 Lake Trail
5.00(
5
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Dugan Welding and Fencing

67636 Lake Trail
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
542 local quotes requested

We do welding and fencing vinyl, wood and chain link fence. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent, all went well. Overboard to please us ."

linda l on April 2024

We do welding and fencing vinyl, wood and chain link fence. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent, all went well. Overboard to please us ."

linda l on April 2024


Elite Builder's

888 Fedore Rd
5.00(
5
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Elite Builder's

888 Fedore Rd
5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
381 local quotes requested

Elite Builder's specializes in custom decks and porches, offering high-quality construction and design to enhance your outdoor living spaces with style, durability, and functionality!

"Blake and his crew have exceeded my expectations. There hardly work (working 12 to 14 hour a day) was more than I could have imagined I highly recommend this contractor You will not be disappointed"

Judi J on September 2025

Elite Builder's specializes in custom decks and porches, offering high-quality construction and design to enhance your outdoor living spaces with style, durability, and functionality!

"Blake and his crew have exceeded my expectations. There hardly work (working 12 to 14 hour a day) was more than I could have imagined I highly recommend this contractor You will not be disappointed"

Judi J on September 2025


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Palpable Paint LLC

3438 Academy Drive
5.00(
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Palpable Paint LLC

3438 Academy Drive
5.00(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
496 local quotes requested

We are Palable Paint LLC, more than a painting company. We are a full service remodeling company focusing on Kitchens, bathrooms, and interior/exterior painting. Growing up in the painting and drywall finishing trades we have a keen eye for detail and top notch finish work. We have fabulous ceramic tile setters and finish carpenters who will bring your kitchen or bath vision into reality. We can connect you with a designer if you need help getting your design ideas on paper. Looking forward to talking with you!

"Simon and team did an outstanding job in transforming our home by performing a full remodel of multiple rooms including our kitchen. We couldn’t be happier with the results!"

Mark R on May 2024

We are Palable Paint LLC, more than a painting company. We are a full service remodeling company focusing on Kitchens, bathrooms, and interior/exterior painting. Growing up in the painting and drywall finishing trades we have a keen eye for detail and top notch finish work. We have fabulous ceramic tile setters and finish carpenters who will bring your kitchen or bath vision into reality. We can connect you with a designer if you need help getting your design ideas on paper. Looking forward to talking with you!

"Simon and team did an outstanding job in transforming our home by performing a full remodel of multiple rooms including our kitchen. We couldn’t be happier with the results!"

Mark R on May 2024


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Mariscal Landscaping

11021 S Avenue O
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Mariscal Landscaping

11021 S Avenue O
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648 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

Our landscaping company offers a comprehensive range of professional services, including precision lawn mowing, meticulous lawn cleanup, expertly crafted patios, innovative brick design, proficient tree removal, meticulous gardening, and specialized sod removal or replacement. With a commitment to excellence, we enhance outdoor spaces, combining aesthetic appeal with precision and care.

Our landscaping company offers a comprehensive range of professional services, including precision lawn mowing, meticulous lawn cleanup, expertly crafted patios, innovative brick design, proficient tree removal, meticulous gardening, and specialized sod removal or replacement. With a commitment to excellence, we enhance outdoor spaces, combining aesthetic appeal with precision and care.


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Remodeling & Painting Aritas LLC

3762 West Old Road 30 Lot 607
5.00(
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Remodeling & Painting Aritas LLC

3762 West Old Road 30 Lot 607
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
845 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in painting services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Looks great They did the job as promised. They cleaned up very well."

Dick D on July 2025

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in painting services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Looks great They did the job as promised. They cleaned up very well."

Dick D on July 2025


Samuel R. Nutter Construction

711 Waverly Rd.
4.50(
12
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Samuel R. Nutter Construction

711 Waverly Rd.
4.50(
12
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Customers say: Quality work
76 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Sole proprietorship. Complete residential remodeling/new construction capabilities. Interior/exterior trim specialist.

"Sam and his guys were incredible to work with in completing several projects. We have hired Sam for numerous projects as small as tile work to a large basement room remodel. They were always on time, professional and super nice guys. We would absolutely recommend Sam to anyone needing work done."

Carrie A on February 2021

Sole proprietorship. Complete residential remodeling/new construction capabilities. Interior/exterior trim specialist.

"Sam and his guys were incredible to work with in completing several projects. We have hired Sam for numerous projects as small as tile work to a large basement room remodel. They were always on time, professional and super nice guys. We would absolutely recommend Sam to anyone needing work done."

Carrie A on February 2021


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Luna Lever LLC

5.00(
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Luna Lever LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1264 local quotes requested

At Luna Lever LLC, we're a team with over 30 years of experience in railroad maintenance, concrete, demolition, and excavation services. We also provide landscape and snow removal services. We offer a wide range of maintenance and construction services in Northwest, Indiana and Chicagoland demolition excavation construction demolition concrete excavation landscape snow removal maintenance and construction

"Extremely well. They're hard workers and they also cleaned up well. The turf looks amazing. 👌"

Deborah S on September 2025

At Luna Lever LLC, we're a team with over 30 years of experience in railroad maintenance, concrete, demolition, and excavation services. We also provide landscape and snow removal services. We offer a wide range of maintenance and construction services in Northwest, Indiana and Chicagoland demolition excavation construction demolition concrete excavation landscape snow removal maintenance and construction

"Extremely well. They're hard workers and they also cleaned up well. The turf looks amazing. 👌"

Deborah S on September 2025


Jose Danilo Arita LLC.

5.00(
5
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Jose Danilo Arita LLC.

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1224 local quotes requested

Painting business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Jose and his crew do great work. They are punctual, hard working, meticulous. They don’t quit until the job is done to your satisfaction"

Mary K on June 2025

Painting business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Jose and his crew do great work. They are punctual, hard working, meticulous. They don’t quit until the job is done to your satisfaction"

Mary K on June 2025


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Beyond The Four Walls Construction

3400 Michigan Street
5.00(
18
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Beyond The Four Walls Construction

3400 Michigan Street
5.00(
18
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2068 local quotes requested

We are a family-owned and operated company that brings that attention to detail and care that makes you feel heard, understood, and appreciated as a client. We know how personal your projects are and we respect and honor that. We service both commercial and residential clients. Please feel free to call, email, or send a text so that you can get on our schedule. We offer free estimates and flexible financing with deposit. We look forward to serving you on your next project. All the Best!

"The project went great. They removed a wall and relocated 2 outlets and a light switch. I also had them do several barndoors for my pantry, closet, and utility room."

Erik P on August 2024

We are a family-owned and operated company that brings that attention to detail and care that makes you feel heard, understood, and appreciated as a client. We know how personal your projects are and we respect and honor that. We service both commercial and residential clients. Please feel free to call, email, or send a text so that you can get on our schedule. We offer free estimates and flexible financing with deposit. We look forward to serving you on your next project. All the Best!

"The project went great. They removed a wall and relocated 2 outlets and a light switch. I also had them do several barndoors for my pantry, closet, and utility room."

Erik P on August 2024

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FAQs for second story addition building service projects in La Porte, IN

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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