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Viss Construction Inc
5.0(
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Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

General building contractor who currently works independently and is looking to grow business to hire one employee. I do mostly carpentry and cabinet making my self. I do perform other trades depending on how much there is. I have good dependable subcontractors that I call when necessary. Depending on the size of the job, I ask for down payment and progress payments or may just wait to bill the job once it is complete.

Response time6 days
Response rate100%
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JL Construction
New to Angi

Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

30+ years of experience! \nJL construction & caulking. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

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Preferred Construction Group Inc
4.9(
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Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Really good service! GJ Construction was careful not to pour the concrete until the weather was just right. We are 100% satisfied with the final outcome and look forward to working with them in the future."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Babylon Builders
4.2(
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Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew was considerate and hardworking. My deck was built in 3 days out of heart of redwood. It was a tear down and new build with a new layout. It is beautiful! I am more than happy!"
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Finished Complete
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Modern Country Kitchen
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+167

Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
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Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Finally an honest Solar company!! I went through several companies trying to get quotes for one of my properties, either they were ridiculously expensive or they didn't return my calls. A friend of mine referred me to Mega Sun and I have to say I am very pleased. Within a couple days from the initial phone call I already had an estimate and once i decided to go with them the installation was completed in one week. Its been a little over a month since they completed the install and everything is working smoothly.

I was amazed at just how great the customer service was. I just want to say thank you to the whole team who helped out, I really appreciate all your hard work. Now I know you guys are the ones to call for all future jobs."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dry Creek Mini Barns, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! \n

24X40 High Barn with 12' Side Porch
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Capital Construction
4.7(
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Serving Modesto, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Specializing in GENERAL CONTRACTOR, HOME REMODELING! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a estimate today!

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Modesto, CA

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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