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N.Z Home Improvement

1544 Bedford St
4.99(
75
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N.Z Home Improvement

1544 Bedford St
4.99(
75
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
171 local quotes requested

We are a full service remodeling company. We specialize in kitchen and bath, tile, carpentry, painting exterior and interior, general and basement remodels. Call us we are here to address all your remodeling needs.

"All our projects were completed competently and on time. Communication was excellent. Work was efficiently done and areas left clean. Workers are nice people."

Judy S on October 2024

We are a full service remodeling company. We specialize in kitchen and bath, tile, carpentry, painting exterior and interior, general and basement remodels. Call us we are here to address all your remodeling needs.

"All our projects were completed competently and on time. Communication was excellent. Work was efficiently done and areas left clean. Workers are nice people."

Judy S on October 2024

Great Alaska Tree Company

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Great Alaska Tree Company

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192 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

Great Alaska Tree Company is an experienced tree service specialist, who offers professional and affordable tree care in Fairbanks AK. Do not hesitate and call us today! Tree Maintenance, Tree Care, Tree Specialist, Tree Expert, Tree Trimming College AK;Ester AK;Fox AK;North Pole AK;Moose Creek AK Tree Service, Tree Trimming, Tree Specialist, Tree Surgeon, Tree Maintenance http://greatalaskatreecompanyfairbanksak.com/

Great Alaska Tree Company is an experienced tree service specialist, who offers professional and affordable tree care in Fairbanks AK. Do not hesitate and call us today! Tree Maintenance, Tree Care, Tree Specialist, Tree Expert, Tree Trimming College AK;Ester AK;Fox AK;North Pole AK;Moose Creek AK Tree Service, Tree Trimming, Tree Specialist, Tree Surgeon, Tree Maintenance http://greatalaskatreecompanyfairbanksak.com/

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Custom Build and Remodeling, LLC

Wildflower Drive
5.00(
7
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Custom Build and Remodeling, LLC

Wildflower Drive
5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1047 local quotes requested

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"We had a fantastic experience remodeling many aspects of our house: basement, attic, as well as electrical and plumbing. They went above and beyond with everything. Very trustworthy; the project was completed within budget and on time. A truly smooth experience. I would strongly recommend this contractor to everyone!"

Rebecca M on July 2025

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"We had a fantastic experience remodeling many aspects of our house: basement, attic, as well as electrical and plumbing. They went above and beyond with everything. Very trustworthy; the project was completed within budget and on time. A truly smooth experience. I would strongly recommend this contractor to everyone!"

Rebecca M on July 2025

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TRI-STATE BUILDING SPECIALTIES, INC.

845 Towbin Ave
4.27(
11
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TRI-STATE BUILDING SPECIALTIES, INC.

845 Towbin Ave
4.27(
11
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
282 local quotes requested
34 years of experience

Expand your living space with our expert sunroom and patio enclosure remodeling services! We specialize in designing and transforming outdoor areas into beautiful, functional sunrooms and enclosed patios that you can enjoy year-round. Our skilled team delivers high-quality craftsmanship, using durable materials and personalized designs to enhance your home’s comfort and value. Whether you’re looking to create a cozy sunroom or a versatile patio enclosure, we’re committed to making your vision a reality. Contact us today for a free consultation and start planning your dream space!

"First meeting went very smoothly so far had a great experience with Jason Now will be working with Don the project manager."

Dee A on February 2025

Expand your living space with our expert sunroom and patio enclosure remodeling services! We specialize in designing and transforming outdoor areas into beautiful, functional sunrooms and enclosed patios that you can enjoy year-round. Our skilled team delivers high-quality craftsmanship, using durable materials and personalized designs to enhance your home’s comfort and value. Whether you’re looking to create a cozy sunroom or a versatile patio enclosure, we’re committed to making your vision a reality. Contact us today for a free consultation and start planning your dream space!

"First meeting went very smoothly so far had a great experience with Jason Now will be working with Don the project manager."

Dee A on February 2025

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Above & Beyond Contracting

47 Ethelridge Rd
4.81(
81
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Above & Beyond Contracting

47 Ethelridge Rd
4.81(
81
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
363 local quotes requested

Above & Beyond Contracting excels in all areas of residential home improvement and commercial needs. Our work includes state of the art kitchens, baths, basements, windows/doors, decks and more. Our commitment to the customer is our number one priority. Our staff is professional, dependable, and honest. Let us make your design ideas a reality. 914-681-6080.

"If you're looking to remodel, hire Bud at Above & Beyond Contracting! Him and his crew were reliable, trustworthy, friendly and easy to work with. His quote was by far the most detailed & fair I received. If there was an issue, he put your mind at ease and took care of it. He recommended details I didn't even think of and it elevated the remodel & I love it. I am so happy with my renovation and couldn't be happier that I went with Above & Beyond Contracting."

Chris R on June 2025

Above & Beyond Contracting excels in all areas of residential home improvement and commercial needs. Our work includes state of the art kitchens, baths, basements, windows/doors, decks and more. Our commitment to the customer is our number one priority. Our staff is professional, dependable, and honest. Let us make your design ideas a reality. 914-681-6080.

"If you're looking to remodel, hire Bud at Above & Beyond Contracting! Him and his crew were reliable, trustworthy, friendly and easy to work with. His quote was by far the most detailed & fair I received. If there was an issue, he put your mind at ease and took care of it. He recommended details I didn't even think of and it elevated the remodel & I love it. I am so happy with my renovation and couldn't be happier that I went with Above & Beyond Contracting."

Chris R on June 2025

Fine Construction Services

5.00(
7
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Fine Construction Services

5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
710 local quotes requested

Finding the right NYC residential renovation contractor can be a difficult and stressful undertaking. We at Fine Construction simplify the process of renovation, clarifying condominium and cooperative requirements, obtaining city permits as needed, and ensuring the construction is carried out in a clean and environmentally friendly manner. We work with top subcontractors and designers to coordinate all phases of the construction process—ensuring your vision becomes reality. Visit us at www.finecs.nyc to view more of what we can do to make your dreams a reality.

"I highly recommend Fine Construction Services. Ciaran and his team are detail oriented and a pleasure to work with. I look forward to working together again!"

Jonathan P on February 2021

Finding the right NYC residential renovation contractor can be a difficult and stressful undertaking. We at Fine Construction simplify the process of renovation, clarifying condominium and cooperative requirements, obtaining city permits as needed, and ensuring the construction is carried out in a clean and environmentally friendly manner. We work with top subcontractors and designers to coordinate all phases of the construction process—ensuring your vision becomes reality. Visit us at www.finecs.nyc to view more of what we can do to make your dreams a reality.

"I highly recommend Fine Construction Services. Ciaran and his team are detail oriented and a pleasure to work with. I look forward to working together again!"

Jonathan P on February 2021

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Tapia Home Improvement

159 Highland St
4.84(
25
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Tapia Home Improvement

159 Highland St
4.84(
25
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
1035 local quotes requested

Free housecleaning with whole-house paint project and special pricing for Angie's Members. Tapia Home Improvement is a locally owned and operated company with over 13 years of experience in our trade. We specialize in home improvement projects with services including: Remodeling (General, Kitchen & Bathroom), Painting (Interior & Exterior), Drywall/Sheetrock, Ceramic Tile, Flooring, Cabinets, Counter-tops and much more. We pride ourselves in the quality of our work and our unparalleled customer satisfaction. We strive to provide the highest levels of customer service. Call us today to schedule an appointment.

"Excellent. On time finished the job with high detail. Crew was very thorough and on time. Miguel is a expert contractor and I enjoy working with him"

Ray D on August 2024

Free housecleaning with whole-house paint project and special pricing for Angie's Members. Tapia Home Improvement is a locally owned and operated company with over 13 years of experience in our trade. We specialize in home improvement projects with services including: Remodeling (General, Kitchen & Bathroom), Painting (Interior & Exterior), Drywall/Sheetrock, Ceramic Tile, Flooring, Cabinets, Counter-tops and much more. We pride ourselves in the quality of our work and our unparalleled customer satisfaction. We strive to provide the highest levels of customer service. Call us today to schedule an appointment.

"Excellent. On time finished the job with high detail. Crew was very thorough and on time. Miguel is a expert contractor and I enjoy working with him"

Ray D on August 2024

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LCA Home Improvement

15B Pocono Lane
5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro

LCA Home Improvement

15B Pocono Lane
5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
831 local quotes requested

At LCA Home Improvement our customers needs are the utmost importance. Our team with 10+ years experience is committed to meeting your needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small, please contact us for a free estimate!

"We couldn’t be happier with our recent bathroom renovation! Carlos was fantastic to work with—he made helpful suggestions throughout the process, including where to purchase materials and creative ways to add extra storage in our small space. The team took the project down to the studs, replaced and relocated plumbing and electrical, and did a meticulous job with the tiling. The results exceeded our expectations—I’m absolutely obsessed with our new bathroom! Carlos and his team were professional, attentive, and a pleasure to work with. We’ll definitely be hiring them for our next renovation."

Jamie B on December 2024

At LCA Home Improvement our customers needs are the utmost importance. Our team with 10+ years experience is committed to meeting your needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small, please contact us for a free estimate!

"We couldn’t be happier with our recent bathroom renovation! Carlos was fantastic to work with—he made helpful suggestions throughout the process, including where to purchase materials and creative ways to add extra storage in our small space. The team took the project down to the studs, replaced and relocated plumbing and electrical, and did a meticulous job with the tiling. The results exceeded our expectations—I’m absolutely obsessed with our new bathroom! Carlos and his team were professional, attentive, and a pleasure to work with. We’ll definitely be hiring them for our next renovation."

Jamie B on December 2024

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Omega Development LLC

278 Post Road East
4.67(
12
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Omega Development LLC

278 Post Road East
4.67(
12
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
945 local quotes requested

Omega Development is a Fairfield, County staple. With over 20+ years of experience Omega is your one stop shop for all things construction.

"I recently had an asphalt driveway put in. The crew was very professional. The driveway is smooth and very happy with the quality of the new driveway. They even went above and beyond and put in a small drainage area for water runoff. It has definitely improved the appearance of my home."

Elaine A on February 2025

Omega Development is a Fairfield, County staple. With over 20+ years of experience Omega is your one stop shop for all things construction.

"I recently had an asphalt driveway put in. The crew was very professional. The driveway is smooth and very happy with the quality of the new driveway. They even went above and beyond and put in a small drainage area for water runoff. It has definitely improved the appearance of my home."

Elaine A on February 2025

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TITO'S HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTORS

46 Sylvan Knoll Rd
4.26(
23
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•Approved Pro

TITO'S HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTORS

46 Sylvan Knoll Rd
4.26(
23
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
667 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Tito's Home Improvement has been around since the early 1990s and has become one of the most widely recognized home remodeling companies in the area. We bring a new level of excellence to the table; from affordability and unparalleled craftsmanship, to providing an astounding selection of services, we know what it takes to be the best for our customers.With our experience and our dedication to providing nothing but the finest services, why would you want to go anywhere else for your home improvement and home remodeling needs? Contact the professionals at Tito's Home Improvement today and let us get to work for you!

"Excellent - Tito was extremely responsive and his team did excellent work. I shopped around and got multiple quotes, and his was the lowest. More importantly, he had done work on a number of my neighbors’ homes and came highly recommended. His team was very responsive and got the work done on a short time frame which was great because I needed much of the work done before I moved in to my new home. My floors and skylights look great and I have full confidence in his work. One thing which I really liked is the fact that he is constantly in communication, is always available, and is local. The last part is important because he understands the importance of reputation which gives me full confidence in his work. I will definitely be coming back to him again for any future work on my house and wholeheartedly recommend!"

Russell P on June 2022

Tito's Home Improvement has been around since the early 1990s and has become one of the most widely recognized home remodeling companies in the area. We bring a new level of excellence to the table; from affordability and unparalleled craftsmanship, to providing an astounding selection of services, we know what it takes to be the best for our customers.With our experience and our dedication to providing nothing but the finest services, why would you want to go anywhere else for your home improvement and home remodeling needs? Contact the professionals at Tito's Home Improvement today and let us get to work for you!

"Excellent - Tito was extremely responsive and his team did excellent work. I shopped around and got multiple quotes, and his was the lowest. More importantly, he had done work on a number of my neighbors’ homes and came highly recommended. His team was very responsive and got the work done on a short time frame which was great because I needed much of the work done before I moved in to my new home. My floors and skylights look great and I have full confidence in his work. One thing which I really liked is the fact that he is constantly in communication, is always available, and is local. The last part is important because he understands the importance of reputation which gives me full confidence in his work. I will definitely be coming back to him again for any future work on my house and wholeheartedly recommend!"

Russell P on June 2022

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Norwalk, CT

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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