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GL Construction Services

P.O. Box 483
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GL Construction Services

P.O. Box 483
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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at GL Construction Services, I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

Here at GL Construction Services, I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

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TornadoSAFE TEXAS

8745 Gary Burns Drive #160-233
5.00(
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TornadoSAFE TEXAS

8745 Gary Burns Drive #160-233
5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

TornadoSAFE has been the leader in the manufacturing and certified installation of severe weather storm shelters for over a decade. We know tornado protection. We also know that you have choices when it comes to selecting a storm shelter to protect you and your loved ones, and we are committed to providing you a seamless, intuitive, and YOU focused experience. Tornado's are stressful - selecting tornado protection doesn't have to be. With thousands of customers having trusted TornadoSafe for tornado protection - you'll feel the difference. We are based, live, and ingrained in our Texas community, and a certified veteran owned business. We know you're busy, so we have designed an industry leading shelter mobile showroom - follow us on social for pop-up event locations! Call or text (855) TX STORM

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Josh H on December 2019

TornadoSAFE has been the leader in the manufacturing and certified installation of severe weather storm shelters for over a decade. We know tornado protection. We also know that you have choices when it comes to selecting a storm shelter to protect you and your loved ones, and we are committed to providing you a seamless, intuitive, and YOU focused experience. Tornado's are stressful - selecting tornado protection doesn't have to be. With thousands of customers having trusted TornadoSafe for tornado protection - you'll feel the difference. We are based, live, and ingrained in our Texas community, and a certified veteran owned business. We know you're busy, so we have designed an industry leading shelter mobile showroom - follow us on social for pop-up event locations! Call or text (855) TX STORM

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Josh H on December 2019

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Brothers General Contractor Services

7424 Shadow Ben Drive
5.00(
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Brothers General Contractor Services

7424 Shadow Ben Drive
5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We are dedicated to give the best of us for our clients, We love to treat customers just like to way we love to be treated as customers as well. been in the renovations industry for over 20 year, We can handle from any small to large jobs. any type of renovations or work orders

"Excellent, very kind, efficient and knowledgeable. Reasonably priced. Definitely will hire again."

Sylvia G on November 2024

We are dedicated to give the best of us for our clients, We love to treat customers just like to way we love to be treated as customers as well. been in the renovations industry for over 20 year, We can handle from any small to large jobs. any type of renovations or work orders

"Excellent, very kind, efficient and knowledgeable. Reasonably priced. Definitely will hire again."

Sylvia G on November 2024

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Brandon B Handyman Services LLC

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Brandon B Handyman Services LLC

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343 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Handyman services including but not limited to: light switch replacement, outlet replacement, light fixture install, ceiling fan install, tv/mount install, pictures/artwork hanging, cabinet hardware install, door hardware install, basic carpentry, minor plumbing, basic a/c & heating troubleshooting/repair.

Handyman services including but not limited to: light switch replacement, outlet replacement, light fixture install, ceiling fan install, tv/mount install, pictures/artwork hanging, cabinet hardware install, door hardware install, basic carpentry, minor plumbing, basic a/c & heating troubleshooting/repair.

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Underground Builders, LLC

9975 High Country Ln
4.88(
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Underground Builders, LLC

9975 High Country Ln
4.88(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1042 local quotes requested

Our professional and attentive team assist you step by step through the whole process. We take the worry out of planning, permitting, and selecting the most unique design for your home. No construction project is too small or too large. Our team of contractors will be able to go above and beyond you expectation.

"Best in the field! Very nice, kept me informed about progress and installation, did a beautiful job, and very reasonable. I highly recommend!"

Shelly N on December 2020

Our professional and attentive team assist you step by step through the whole process. We take the worry out of planning, permitting, and selecting the most unique design for your home. No construction project is too small or too large. Our team of contractors will be able to go above and beyond you expectation.

"Best in the field! Very nice, kept me informed about progress and installation, did a beautiful job, and very reasonable. I highly recommend!"

Shelly N on December 2020

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Willow Design

5.00(
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Willow Design

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
969 local quotes requested

Willow Design provides quality workmanship and excellent customer service for all of our loyal customers. We don't stop until we see perfection! At our company, we understand that Remodeling your home is not just about creating a visually appealing space, but also about ensuring that it meets your practical needs. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

"William and his team exceeded all expectations from top to bottom on our bathroom, kitchen, and living room remodel. I had a vision of what I wanted it to look like and his team brought it to life. The communication was non stop through every step of the project, ensure me that things would be done how I wanted. Can’t thank you and your guys enough for what you’ve done for me!"

Jody L on November 2024

Willow Design provides quality workmanship and excellent customer service for all of our loyal customers. We don't stop until we see perfection! At our company, we understand that Remodeling your home is not just about creating a visually appealing space, but also about ensuring that it meets your practical needs. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

"William and his team exceeded all expectations from top to bottom on our bathroom, kitchen, and living room remodel. I had a vision of what I wanted it to look like and his team brought it to life. The communication was non stop through every step of the project, ensure me that things would be done how I wanted. Can’t thank you and your guys enough for what you’ve done for me!"

Jody L on November 2024

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JNG Installations LLC

1525 Avenue D
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JNG Installations LLC

1525 Avenue D
4.91(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
969 local quotes requested

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 our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"JNG is skilled, well-informed about his craft, and accessible. They offer fair prices and perform quality work."

Robert D on April 2025

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 our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"JNG is skilled, well-informed about his craft, and accessible. They offer fair prices and perform quality work."

Robert D on April 2025

GTO Contracting LLC

5.00(
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GTO Contracting LLC

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

Concrete 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!

"It went very well. Good experience all around."

Andrew B on August 2024

Concrete 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!

"It went very well. Good experience all around."

Andrew B on August 2024

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Empire General Contracting of Texas, LLC

3108 Shady Creek Cir
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Empire General Contracting of Texas, LLC

3108 Shady Creek Cir
4.53(
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Customers say: Super punctual
1045 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

We are a General Contractor with construction experts that are dedicated to completing your project, large or small, with quality results, on time, and within your budget. Uses sub-contractors for electrical and plumbing services. We are Associated with The Empire of Tile and Granite.

"Great job on repairing and replacing ceiling tiles and upgrades to lighting. Very reasonable on price and fast. Definitely will call on future projects"

KEVIN H on September 2025

We are a General Contractor with construction experts that are dedicated to completing your project, large or small, with quality results, on time, and within your budget. Uses sub-contractors for electrical and plumbing services. We are Associated with The Empire of Tile and Granite.

"Great job on repairing and replacing ceiling tiles and upgrades to lighting. Very reasonable on price and fast. Definitely will call on future projects"

KEVIN H on September 2025

Nolen Contracting

1592 Sugarberry Drive
4.73(
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Nolen Contracting

1592 Sugarberry Drive
4.73(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
984 local quotes requested

With over 20 years of experience and knowledge, we look forward to bringing your ideas to life. We offer the absolute finest in custom interior woodwork for your home. Our skills & expert craftsmanship will provide a stunning finishing touch to any of your projects. We pride ourselves in the quality of our work because we absolutely love what we do. Please reach out to us today so we can get started completing your project with absolute satisfaction! Call today for a free consultation!

"The lawn clean-up went well, he talked me out of removing the pool and deck. I bought fencing supplies and hard ware to replace privacy fencing. After the fence was done decided not to have the wall repaired at this time. I paid $3000 down another $5000 once the cleanup was underway when finished I was suppose to pay an additional $7000 but accidentally wrote it for $8000 the contractor did not correct me or say anything. I don't feel that the services provided were worth the money paid"

Karl P on May 2023

With over 20 years of experience and knowledge, we look forward to bringing your ideas to life. We offer the absolute finest in custom interior woodwork for your home. Our skills & expert craftsmanship will provide a stunning finishing touch to any of your projects. We pride ourselves in the quality of our work because we absolutely love what we do. Please reach out to us today so we can get started completing your project with absolute satisfaction! Call today for a free consultation!

"The lawn clean-up went well, he talked me out of removing the pool and deck. I bought fencing supplies and hard ware to replace privacy fencing. After the fence was done decided not to have the wall repaired at this time. I paid $3000 down another $5000 once the cleanup was underway when finished I was suppose to pay an additional $7000 but accidentally wrote it for $8000 the contractor did not correct me or say anything. I don't feel that the services provided were worth the money paid"

Karl P on May 2023

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Lancaster, TX

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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