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Avatar for M Phippin Contracting Inc.

M Phippin Contracting Inc.

Island Pointe Drive
4.95(
22
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Approved Pro

M Phippin Contracting Inc.

Island Pointe Drive
4.95(
22
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
50 local quotes requested

M. Phippin Contracting is proud to be a family owned and operated Construction Company! With 25 years of experience in the industry as a full service contractor who believes in earning trust and establishing relationships with our customers. We will never cut corners or use inferior products! M. Phippin Contracting is proud to collaborate with selected contractors on the Eastern Shore to ensure the best project outcomes! We treat our customers the way we would like to be treated, with honesty and respect…. M. Phippin Contracting just doesn’t do business any other way!

"Everything went well. Mike did a fantastic job communicating every step of the way. Easy to work with and showed up on time as promised."

Mike P on August 2023

M. Phippin Contracting is proud to be a family owned and operated Construction Company! With 25 years of experience in the industry as a full service contractor who believes in earning trust and establishing relationships with our customers. We will never cut corners or use inferior products! M. Phippin Contracting is proud to collaborate with selected contractors on the Eastern Shore to ensure the best project outcomes! We treat our customers the way we would like to be treated, with honesty and respect…. M. Phippin Contracting just doesn’t do business any other way!

"Everything went well. Mike did a fantastic job communicating every step of the way. Easy to work with and showed up on time as promised."

Mike P on August 2023


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Coastline Sunrooms and Awnings

2 Discovery Lane
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro

Coastline Sunrooms and Awnings

2 Discovery Lane
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
142 local quotes requested

Creating the perfect outdoor space is easy with Coastline Sunrooms & Awnings. Based in Selbyville, DE, our family-owned and operated business brings over 40 years of experience in designing and installing high-quality sunrooms, awnings, and outdoor structures for both residential and commercial properties. Our team takes pride in delivering exceptional craftsmanship and durable products that enhance your home or business.

"Guys were great!"

michele g on February 2025

Creating the perfect outdoor space is easy with Coastline Sunrooms & Awnings. Based in Selbyville, DE, our family-owned and operated business brings over 40 years of experience in designing and installing high-quality sunrooms, awnings, and outdoor structures for both residential and commercial properties. Our team takes pride in delivering exceptional craftsmanship and durable products that enhance your home or business.

"Guys were great!"

michele g on February 2025


Diamond Contractors and Renovators

P.O. Box1672
4.33(
33
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Approved Pro

Diamond Contractors and Renovators

P.O. Box1672
4.33(
33
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
255 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

We are a full service remodeling contractor for over 40 years. We are fully Licensed Bonded and Insured

"Crew were professional and got the job fine on schedule. Took direction and changed in stride. Finish work good but not perfect."

paul S on January 2024

We are a full service remodeling contractor for over 40 years. We are fully Licensed Bonded and Insured

"Crew were professional and got the job fine on schedule. Took direction and changed in stride. Finish work good but not perfect."

paul S on January 2024


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MARVEL HOMES LLC

9221 Laurel Oak Dr
4.90(
42
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MARVEL HOMES LLC

9221 Laurel Oak Dr
4.90(
42
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
437 local quotes requested

Marvel Homes, LLC, is built on a Foundation of Integrity and Ingenuity. We are dedicated solely to quality home construction, home renovation, and customer satisfaction. Marvel Homes translates your vision and goals for your home into beautiful, comfortable, and well-constructed spaces. We build your dream.

"Fantastic! Devin and his team remodeled three of the four bedrooms in my townhouse in Clarendon: the first about four years ago and the other two bathrooms two years ago. He also built me a new closet in the master bedroom. The entire experience was amazing. The work is top quality - years later it still looks perfect and I have not had any problems - and his team is polite, professional, timely and they left my home spotless when they left. And since the work has been completed, Devin has helped me with little issues for free whenever I needed help. He is truly a talented professional and a stellar person. Can’t recommend highly enough!"

Kathleen G on September 2019

Marvel Homes, LLC, is built on a Foundation of Integrity and Ingenuity. We are dedicated solely to quality home construction, home renovation, and customer satisfaction. Marvel Homes translates your vision and goals for your home into beautiful, comfortable, and well-constructed spaces. We build your dream.

"Fantastic! Devin and his team remodeled three of the four bedrooms in my townhouse in Clarendon: the first about four years ago and the other two bathrooms two years ago. He also built me a new closet in the master bedroom. The entire experience was amazing. The work is top quality - years later it still looks perfect and I have not had any problems - and his team is polite, professional, timely and they left my home spotless when they left. And since the work has been completed, Devin has helped me with little issues for free whenever I needed help. He is truly a talented professional and a stellar person. Can’t recommend highly enough!"

Kathleen G on September 2019


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GLR Home Improvement

3153 Chancellor Point
4.94(
18
)
Approved Pro

GLR Home Improvement

3153 Chancellor Point
4.94(
18
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1422 local quotes requested

We have over 30 years experience! Our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals. We would welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service in the industry.

"Gary and his team did a great job replacing the long stairway and steps to my rooftop deck. Everything from the estimate through completion of the project was professionally handled. The end result looks great. Highly recommend them."

mike s on August 2025

We have over 30 years experience! Our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals. We would welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service in the industry.

"Gary and his team did a great job replacing the long stairway and steps to my rooftop deck. Everything from the estimate through completion of the project was professionally handled. The end result looks great. Highly recommend them."

mike s on August 2025


Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.84(
920
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.84(
920
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021


Anthony's remodeling contractor

19 Bellrive Court
4.43(
14
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Anthony's remodeling contractor

19 Bellrive Court
4.43(
14
)
Customers say: Quick response
28 years of experience

We do it all from A to Z. From your smallest of jobs to building your dream home, Anthony's Remodeling Contractor will provide the quality of work that you would expect at a reasonable price that you would not expect. Family owned and operated business for over 20 years. FREE estimates. Military and senior discount. We offer more than the average business. We build long lasting relationships with our customers. Serving all of Delaware, Elkton, Maryland and southern Pennsylvania. We look forward to serving you and building a long lasting relationship. Call today for your FREE estimate.

"HORRIBLE CONTRACTORS!!! I have had contractors before and experienced some issues but this Anthony guy is very unprofessional and he is an absolutely nightmare! Not a single item was completed from the contract he and I agreed on and he took 60% of the contract amount and he stopped working the property. I had a property with some cosmetic work stuff and repairs which shouldn’t be that complicated. After he toured the property and gave me estimated time frame for 2 weeks. I know normally how it is not done with contractors so I asked him a few more times and confirmed if he could really finish it in two weeks. He was confident and said two weeks for no problem. After it has been almost 4 weeks, not even a quarter of work has been done and I noticed he didn’t even show up. He has so many excuses and complaints every single time when I contacted him. It felt like he was working for free which was not true. We agreed on 3 installment payments, 1st installment, before the job start about 30% of the total price, and 2nd one, 1/3 of the total price, and the last one at the completion of the job. After 2 weeks of work and not much of work has been done, he already requested for the 2nd installment. I asked him, the work has not been done 2/3 of the job, more over not even half way done. Anyway, he got upset and he wouldn’t continue the job if I didn’t pay. So I paid and then BOOM! He didn’t show up at work and when I asked him, his answer was it is too cold to work at the property. He made excuses and excuses and he said he will only come back if the heater is fixed. I did and texted him and called him. NO RESPONSE. Besides, his quality of work is horrible. He and his crew painted all over, light fixtures, light bulbs, floors, even bathtub. What kind of painter paint over the tub?! They simply didn’t even covered the parts not supposed to paint but they were so lazy and sloppy worker. They installed the brand new room doors, two out of three, didn’t even close properly and didn’t even use the shim. Installing the door is one of the basic carpentry job and he can’t even do that! I asked for the breakdown of the work and cost and no answer. When I confronted him for a few stuff, he just blah blah blah and repeating himself by making endless nonsense and not doing the job at all. Even if he does a job, not a good quality one."

Leeah L on February 2019

We do it all from A to Z. From your smallest of jobs to building your dream home, Anthony's Remodeling Contractor will provide the quality of work that you would expect at a reasonable price that you would not expect. Family owned and operated business for over 20 years. FREE estimates. Military and senior discount. We offer more than the average business. We build long lasting relationships with our customers. Serving all of Delaware, Elkton, Maryland and southern Pennsylvania. We look forward to serving you and building a long lasting relationship. Call today for your FREE estimate.

"HORRIBLE CONTRACTORS!!! I have had contractors before and experienced some issues but this Anthony guy is very unprofessional and he is an absolutely nightmare! Not a single item was completed from the contract he and I agreed on and he took 60% of the contract amount and he stopped working the property. I had a property with some cosmetic work stuff and repairs which shouldn’t be that complicated. After he toured the property and gave me estimated time frame for 2 weeks. I know normally how it is not done with contractors so I asked him a few more times and confirmed if he could really finish it in two weeks. He was confident and said two weeks for no problem. After it has been almost 4 weeks, not even a quarter of work has been done and I noticed he didn’t even show up. He has so many excuses and complaints every single time when I contacted him. It felt like he was working for free which was not true. We agreed on 3 installment payments, 1st installment, before the job start about 30% of the total price, and 2nd one, 1/3 of the total price, and the last one at the completion of the job. After 2 weeks of work and not much of work has been done, he already requested for the 2nd installment. I asked him, the work has not been done 2/3 of the job, more over not even half way done. Anyway, he got upset and he wouldn’t continue the job if I didn’t pay. So I paid and then BOOM! He didn’t show up at work and when I asked him, his answer was it is too cold to work at the property. He made excuses and excuses and he said he will only come back if the heater is fixed. I did and texted him and called him. NO RESPONSE. Besides, his quality of work is horrible. He and his crew painted all over, light fixtures, light bulbs, floors, even bathtub. What kind of painter paint over the tub?! They simply didn’t even covered the parts not supposed to paint but they were so lazy and sloppy worker. They installed the brand new room doors, two out of three, didn’t even close properly and didn’t even use the shim. Installing the door is one of the basic carpentry job and he can’t even do that! I asked for the breakdown of the work and cost and no answer. When I confronted him for a few stuff, he just blah blah blah and repeating himself by making endless nonsense and not doing the job at all. Even if he does a job, not a good quality one."

Leeah L on February 2019


C & C Framing Construction Inc. MHIC#123161

17435 General Lee Drive
No reviews yet

C & C Framing Construction Inc. MHIC#123161

17435 General Lee Drive
No reviews yet
27 years of experience

My company is local to the Washington County MD area. We are available to travel within reason. We do quality and excellent work at a reasonable price. Company has been in business since 1998, we are licensed and bonded and insured. We have the Maryland Home Improvement Commission, MHIC #: 123161 Free estimates upon request.

My company is local to the Washington County MD area. We are available to travel within reason. We do quality and excellent work at a reasonable price. Company has been in business since 1998, we are licensed and bonded and insured. We have the Maryland Home Improvement Commission, MHIC #: 123161 Free estimates upon request.


Best Yard

1 MerryWeather Drive
No reviews yet

Best Yard

1 MerryWeather Drive
No reviews yet
35 years of experience

We are a full service landscaping and Fencing company

We are a full service landscaping and Fencing company


TSC Contracting LLC

5.00(
3
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TSC Contracting LLC

5.00(
3
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Reliable and responsive General Home Improvements with over 35 years of experience in meeting all your remodel and renovation needs. From Baths & kitchens, flooring and windows to all exterior and home addition needs

"TSC contracting met or exceeded our expectations in nearly all categories. Professional and fair proposal with appropriate detail, followed by predictable and high quality results. In our beach condo, the team did a complete remodel of our kitchen, living, dining and laundry area.Throughout the process, Ellen communicated with us daily about what was being completed and sent pictures to show us the progress of the work being done. If I had any questions or concerns about what was being done, I received an answer immediately. Tim had many suggestions and ideas to help our beach condo become the dream and vision we had a reality. Multiple times Ellen and Tim shared with us that they will do anything they can to make our place exactly the way we want it. Once the project was completed, Ellen and Tim gave us time to complete a punch list of things that we may have not been happy with or wanted them to go back over again. That listed was completed with no questions asked and completed within a day! I highly recommend TSC contracting if you are considering to have any remodeling completed."

Andy C on March 2024

Reliable and responsive General Home Improvements with over 35 years of experience in meeting all your remodel and renovation needs. From Baths & kitchens, flooring and windows to all exterior and home addition needs

"TSC contracting met or exceeded our expectations in nearly all categories. Professional and fair proposal with appropriate detail, followed by predictable and high quality results. In our beach condo, the team did a complete remodel of our kitchen, living, dining and laundry area.Throughout the process, Ellen communicated with us daily about what was being completed and sent pictures to show us the progress of the work being done. If I had any questions or concerns about what was being done, I received an answer immediately. Tim had many suggestions and ideas to help our beach condo become the dream and vision we had a reality. Multiple times Ellen and Tim shared with us that they will do anything they can to make our place exactly the way we want it. Once the project was completed, Ellen and Tim gave us time to complete a punch list of things that we may have not been happy with or wanted them to go back over again. That listed was completed with no questions asked and completed within a day! I highly recommend TSC contracting if you are considering to have any remodeling completed."

Andy C on March 2024

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Ocean City, MD

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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