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KFD General Construction, LLC

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KFD General Construction, LLC

5.00(
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56 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

Family owned business with over 13 years experience - Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds, Remodeling - Basements, Remodeling - General, Remodeling - Modular & Mobile Home - Decks -

"Great service and greta team . They respond quickly and with a very reasonable pricing. Higly recommended"

Meti t on January 2025

Family owned business with over 13 years experience - Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds, Remodeling - Basements, Remodeling - General, Remodeling - Modular & Mobile Home - Decks -

"Great service and greta team . They respond quickly and with a very reasonable pricing. Higly recommended"

Meti t on January 2025

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DDP Construction, LLC

4.85(
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DDP Construction, LLC

4.85(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

DDP Construction, LLC is a locally owned and operated company with over 35 years of experience. We are dedicated professionals who strive to improve your home. We understand how important it is to make you dream home a reality. Call us today for a free estimate! 9739607092

"We have had DDP (Dariusz Pardo and his great crew) do substantial projects for us since 2015 - interior painting and kitchen remodel for my motherâ s condo, exterior painting of our house - so when we decided to do a major refresh and renovation of our house, DDP was our first choice. That was a smart move! After much discussion and thought, we agreed on an expansive project list. * New kitchen: cabinets, quartz countertops, crown molding, ceramic backsplash, porcelain floor, ceiling and under-counter lighting * Replace hardwood floors (rip out hardwood, screw down sub-flooring, install and finish new flooring) * Replace interior doors (19) and door moldings * Replace all baseboard moldings * Build new Pantry and laundry room closets and remodel all other closets * Family Room: Design and install new in ceiling lighting, and install new laminate flooring * Replace all electrical switches and outlets, and install several new outlets in kitchen, bedrooms and family room * Fix creaky stairs * Adjust step height of several stair steps * Paint every room and closet, which required resurfacing of many areas that had deep cracking/peeling of 60 years worth of paint. * Design and install plumbing for a new water softener system, and install system * Install new natural gas Hot Water Heater including leak detector with automatic water shut-off. Along the way, Dariusz made numerous helpful suggestions and incidental improvements, driven by his high standard of design and desire to deliver the best possible results. The projects took about 13 weeks to complete - pretty quick for all the work that was done. The end result is spectacular - we have transformed our tired old house! We are delighted with our new home! Friends and family who have visited are amazed at how beautiful everything is, and how many improvements were made to make cabinets, closets and other spaces much more useful. The kitchen tops the list. We LOVE our new kitchen! It looks beautiful and all our friends and family agree. In fact, a cousin who visited in October told me that she â covetsâ our kitchen - and that is passionate praise coming from a pastor! Bottom line: donâ t hesitate to engage DDP for any project. Darius Pardo and DDP Construction LLC are the absolute BEST. Our friends who have also engaged Dariusz say the same thing."

James A on January 2022

DDP Construction, LLC is a locally owned and operated company with over 35 years of experience. We are dedicated professionals who strive to improve your home. We understand how important it is to make you dream home a reality. Call us today for a free estimate! 9739607092

"We have had DDP (Dariusz Pardo and his great crew) do substantial projects for us since 2015 - interior painting and kitchen remodel for my motherâ s condo, exterior painting of our house - so when we decided to do a major refresh and renovation of our house, DDP was our first choice. That was a smart move! After much discussion and thought, we agreed on an expansive project list. * New kitchen: cabinets, quartz countertops, crown molding, ceramic backsplash, porcelain floor, ceiling and under-counter lighting * Replace hardwood floors (rip out hardwood, screw down sub-flooring, install and finish new flooring) * Replace interior doors (19) and door moldings * Replace all baseboard moldings * Build new Pantry and laundry room closets and remodel all other closets * Family Room: Design and install new in ceiling lighting, and install new laminate flooring * Replace all electrical switches and outlets, and install several new outlets in kitchen, bedrooms and family room * Fix creaky stairs * Adjust step height of several stair steps * Paint every room and closet, which required resurfacing of many areas that had deep cracking/peeling of 60 years worth of paint. * Design and install plumbing for a new water softener system, and install system * Install new natural gas Hot Water Heater including leak detector with automatic water shut-off. Along the way, Dariusz made numerous helpful suggestions and incidental improvements, driven by his high standard of design and desire to deliver the best possible results. The projects took about 13 weeks to complete - pretty quick for all the work that was done. The end result is spectacular - we have transformed our tired old house! We are delighted with our new home! Friends and family who have visited are amazed at how beautiful everything is, and how many improvements were made to make cabinets, closets and other spaces much more useful. The kitchen tops the list. We LOVE our new kitchen! It looks beautiful and all our friends and family agree. In fact, a cousin who visited in October told me that she â covetsâ our kitchen - and that is passionate praise coming from a pastor! Bottom line: donâ t hesitate to engage DDP for any project. Darius Pardo and DDP Construction LLC are the absolute BEST. Our friends who have also engaged Dariusz say the same thing."

James A on January 2022

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LB Construction LLC

4.38(
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LB Construction LLC

4.38(
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Customers say: Quick response
302 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

We offer a wide range of construction service mainly; Roofs, decks and bathroom and kitchen remodeling; Providing the best quality at the lowest cost; We have high-quality workmanship and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

"They were wonderful. Loved working with them. I recomend them Louis and his people that he sent were wonderful."

Tova B on November 2025

We offer a wide range of construction service mainly; Roofs, decks and bathroom and kitchen remodeling; Providing the best quality at the lowest cost; We have high-quality workmanship and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

"They were wonderful. Loved working with them. I recomend them Louis and his people that he sent were wonderful."

Tova B on November 2025

Ernest & Sons General Contractors

4.67(
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Ernest & Sons General Contractors

4.67(
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Customers say: Quality work
179 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

Ernest & Sons General Contractors and Landscaping Design We meet all of your residential needs. * Landscape * Hardscape * Shrubs * Mulching * Planting * Top Soil * Sod * Shrub Removal * Spring Clean Up * Driveways * Pavers * Patios * Steps * Curves * Retaining Walls * Seal Coating We have over ten years in business and landscape design. We provide experienced quality work at reasonable rates. Tell us what you have in mind and we will build it for you and your family. Call Us!

"Great job."

Scott B on September 2023

Ernest & Sons General Contractors and Landscaping Design We meet all of your residential needs. * Landscape * Hardscape * Shrubs * Mulching * Planting * Top Soil * Sod * Shrub Removal * Spring Clean Up * Driveways * Pavers * Patios * Steps * Curves * Retaining Walls * Seal Coating We have over ten years in business and landscape design. We provide experienced quality work at reasonable rates. Tell us what you have in mind and we will build it for you and your family. Call Us!

"Great job."

Scott B on September 2023

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frascino Construction

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frascino Construction

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18 years of experience

Frascino Construction is a family-owned company that operated for more than 25 years in NJ. We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and preferences, and our commitment to customer satisfaction means we won't rest until you are 100% happy with our work.

Frascino Construction is a family-owned company that operated for more than 25 years in NJ. We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and preferences, and our commitment to customer satisfaction means we won't rest until you are 100% happy with our work.

Stephen Home Improvement Contractors LLC

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Stephen Home Improvement Contractors LLC

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9 years of experience

Count on us for all your home renovation needs. You may contact us in Newark, NJ, for more details about our services.

Count on us for all your home renovation needs. You may contact us in Newark, NJ, for more details about our services.

rams home improvement

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rams home improvement

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41 years of experience

work alone or with 1 or 2 helpers.charge by the hour or the amount of work

work alone or with 1 or 2 helpers.charge by the hour or the amount of work

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AJ Perri

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AJ Perri

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Customers say: Super punctual
54 years of experience

For fast and exceptional service for all of your heating, cooling or plumbing needs, call us now: 732-333-3655! Since 1971, A.J. Perri has been proudly serving New Jersey homeowners and businesses across Bergen*, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris*, Ocean*, Somerset, Passaic*, Hudson*, Sussex*, and Union counties. With over 50 years of experience in heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and indoor air quality systems, A.J. Perri stands behind every installation, service and product with an unmatched 100% satisfaction guarantee. A.J. Perri offers you peace of mind and an established reputation for reliability, quality, and excellence in customer service. You can trust A.J. Perri to take care of your furnace, air conditioner or plumbing repair, service, or replacement. A.J. Perri can also help you with your heat pump, air handler, ductless split system, water heater or purification, sump pump, air cleaner, air filtration system, humidifier, and air ducts. Contact us if you have any questions about service in your area. Service offered 24/7/365. For more information: call or email us at info@ajperri.com. *Additional info: Not all services available in all areas. License# 19HC00103100, 36BI01256600, PA- PA126178

"I had these guys put in a heating and cooling system last June. My father is 86 years old with dementia living in this house with the nurse and the heat keeps dropping down to 58° and they tell me they can?t be out there for five days, today is Thursday and they can?t make it out there till Tuesday. I would have to say stay away from this company. "

Steve A on December 2025

For fast and exceptional service for all of your heating, cooling or plumbing needs, call us now: 732-333-3655! Since 1971, A.J. Perri has been proudly serving New Jersey homeowners and businesses across Bergen*, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris*, Ocean*, Somerset, Passaic*, Hudson*, Sussex*, and Union counties. With over 50 years of experience in heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and indoor air quality systems, A.J. Perri stands behind every installation, service and product with an unmatched 100% satisfaction guarantee. A.J. Perri offers you peace of mind and an established reputation for reliability, quality, and excellence in customer service. You can trust A.J. Perri to take care of your furnace, air conditioner or plumbing repair, service, or replacement. A.J. Perri can also help you with your heat pump, air handler, ductless split system, water heater or purification, sump pump, air cleaner, air filtration system, humidifier, and air ducts. Contact us if you have any questions about service in your area. Service offered 24/7/365. For more information: call or email us at info@ajperri.com. *Additional info: Not all services available in all areas. License# 19HC00103100, 36BI01256600, PA- PA126178

"I had these guys put in a heating and cooling system last June. My father is 86 years old with dementia living in this house with the nurse and the heat keeps dropping down to 58° and they tell me they can?t be out there for five days, today is Thursday and they can?t make it out there till Tuesday. I would have to say stay away from this company. "

Steve A on December 2025

Cervantes inc

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Cervantes inc

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Cervantes Inc LLC is a full-service remodeling and building contractor. We offer a variety of services from and kitchen/bath to complete home remodels. At Cervantes Inc we strive to offer quality products in a timely manner to insure one-on-one service with the customer.

"Hector was very efficient and took his time. He did an amazing job and will definitely be using his services again."

Sierra B on May 2024

Cervantes Inc LLC is a full-service remodeling and building contractor. We offer a variety of services from and kitchen/bath to complete home remodels. At Cervantes Inc we strive to offer quality products in a timely manner to insure one-on-one service with the customer.

"Hector was very efficient and took his time. He did an amazing job and will definitely be using his services again."

Sierra B on May 2024

Scranton Contracting Company

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Scranton Contracting Company

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18 years of experience

Our company Employs 19 people and 8 different sub-contractors.. Billing is set such that, half the cost of the project is provided up front and the remainder is paid upon completion

Our company Employs 19 people and 8 different sub-contractors.. Billing is set such that, half the cost of the project is provided up front and the remainder is paid upon completion

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Newark, NJ

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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