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The House Doctor

5.00(
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Approved Pro

The House Doctor

5.00(
17
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
25 years of experience
Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Bill and his crew were fantastic to built a new picket fence for me in less than three hours. Bill is very reliable, highly skilled professional, and easy to work with. I will definitely use him for my future projects. He was truly a lifesaver who was able to complete my project in the most productive and efficient way. I feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with him under the most stressful and time sensitive circumstances."

Marina N on March 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Bill and his crew were fantastic to built a new picket fence for me in less than three hours. Bill is very reliable, highly skilled professional, and easy to work with. I will definitely use him for my future projects. He was truly a lifesaver who was able to complete my project in the most productive and efficient way. I feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with him under the most stressful and time sensitive circumstances."

Marina N on March 2025


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The Lawn Wizards Landscaping

4.86(
7
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Approved Pro

The Lawn Wizards Landscaping

4.86(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

Lawn Wizards Landscaping is by far the premier lawn care company serving the North Hills of Pittsburgh for over 10 years. Our #1 goal as a company is complete customer satisfaction. We specialize in landscaping, hardscaping (patios, retaining walls, outdoor living space and kitchens, steps, etc.) and pond scaping (waterfalls, no maintenance ponds, koi ponds). No job is too big or too small! If you want the job done right, call Joe today!

"Joe and his crew did an excellent job installing an extensive french drain in my backyard. Joe completed the work quickly and his crew planted grass to bring back my grass. I would recommend this company."

Peter C on June 2020

Lawn Wizards Landscaping is by far the premier lawn care company serving the North Hills of Pittsburgh for over 10 years. Our #1 goal as a company is complete customer satisfaction. We specialize in landscaping, hardscaping (patios, retaining walls, outdoor living space and kitchens, steps, etc.) and pond scaping (waterfalls, no maintenance ponds, koi ponds). No job is too big or too small! If you want the job done right, call Joe today!

"Joe and his crew did an excellent job installing an extensive french drain in my backyard. Joe completed the work quickly and his crew planted grass to bring back my grass. I would recommend this company."

Peter C on June 2020


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C & C Home Remodeling

4.44(
9
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C & C Home Remodeling

4.44(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
55 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

C&C Home Remodeling is a full service interior and exterior remodeling company. We specialize in all renovations and remodeling projects from design to completion. We offer free consultation and estimates as well as senior citizen and active military discounts!! Owners oversee every job and are always engaged with the customer. Customer service is always a priority to us! A lot of happy satisfied customers. You will not regret calling C&C for all your remodeling projects! Call is today and become one of our happy customers.

"They did a great job. They were very professional and prompt getting back to me about any questions I had. Even though all the rain we had this spring extended the project they took their time to make sure everything was done right. I get compliments all the time on the great job."

Kathy E on June 2024

C&C Home Remodeling is a full service interior and exterior remodeling company. We specialize in all renovations and remodeling projects from design to completion. We offer free consultation and estimates as well as senior citizen and active military discounts!! Owners oversee every job and are always engaged with the customer. Customer service is always a priority to us! A lot of happy satisfied customers. You will not regret calling C&C for all your remodeling projects! Call is today and become one of our happy customers.

"They did a great job. They were very professional and prompt getting back to me about any questions I had. Even though all the rain we had this spring extended the project they took their time to make sure everything was done right. I get compliments all the time on the great job."

Kathy E on June 2024


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PC Roofing & Construction LLC

4.83(
6
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PC Roofing & Construction LLC

4.83(
6
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
284 local quotes requested

PC Roofing & Construction LLC provides reliable roofing services in Cranberry Twp, PA and the surrounding areas. Don't hesitate to contact us now! Roofing, Construction, Framing, Drywall, Deck, Flooring, Painting Bradford Woods Borough PA; Economy Borough PA; Baden Borough PA; New Sewickley Township PA; Seven Fields Borough PA; Roofing Service, Roofing Contractor, House Remodeling, Reliable Roofing, Affordable Roofing Company http://roofingcranberrytwp.com/

"From the initial estimate and quote to the actual execution of the work, Pedro and his team did a fantastic job. They were diligent, consistently on time, accommodating of our requests, and completed the basement finishing—approximately 700 sq ft—in just three weeks. We couldn’t believe the pace of their work. The quality was excellent. Keep up the great work, Pedro!"

Shailesh O on October 2025

PC Roofing & Construction LLC provides reliable roofing services in Cranberry Twp, PA and the surrounding areas. Don't hesitate to contact us now! Roofing, Construction, Framing, Drywall, Deck, Flooring, Painting Bradford Woods Borough PA; Economy Borough PA; Baden Borough PA; New Sewickley Township PA; Seven Fields Borough PA; Roofing Service, Roofing Contractor, House Remodeling, Reliable Roofing, Affordable Roofing Company http://roofingcranberrytwp.com/

"From the initial estimate and quote to the actual execution of the work, Pedro and his team did a fantastic job. They were diligent, consistently on time, accommodating of our requests, and completed the basement finishing—approximately 700 sq ft—in just three weeks. We couldn’t believe the pace of their work. The quality was excellent. Keep up the great work, Pedro!"

Shailesh O on October 2025


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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

4.84(
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

4.84(
920
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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


RTO Home Services

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RTO Home Services

4.82(
28
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

I do the work myself and pay special attention to detail. You end up with quality workmanship which results in a beautiful final product. I offer free estimates and do not use sub contractors.

"Bob supplied quote the day I submitted my request and had the job done within the next 2 days. The best recomendation I can give is that I will use him again."

Steve L on January 2020

I do the work myself and pay special attention to detail. You end up with quality workmanship which results in a beautiful final product. I offer free estimates and do not use sub contractors.

"Bob supplied quote the day I submitted my request and had the job done within the next 2 days. The best recomendation I can give is that I will use him again."

Steve L on January 2020


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Pittsburgh Remodeling Co

4.83(
41
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Pittsburgh Remodeling Co

4.83(
41
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Pittsburgh Remodeling Company is built on the principles of customer service and craftsmanship. Through partnership with homeowners, the team at PRC can help achieve any vision for your home remodeling project. While every home and every project is different, when Pittsburgh Remodeling Company is involved there are certain constants: The work looks amazing and the customers are satisfied. So if you’re looking for more than a contractor, for a company that will care about your project and final product as much as you do, let’s start a conversation .

"I wasn't planning on writing a review about our experience with PRC, but after finding more examples of poor workmanship on a project that was supposed be completed 10 months ago, I've changed my mind. This post is not motivated by malice, but we are very disappointed. PRC came highly recommend, and we knew we'd be paying a premium for a good company. We expected a lot more on a job that nearly totaled 40K. Our entire project was not terrible, and there were areas where PRC excelled. First the Good: PRC was organized and prompt every day that they came to work. They respected our home, and did their best to make sure the rest of the house remained clean. They stuck to the contract. They were always patient with us and answered our questions. Their design assistance was great, and we love the aesthetics that were chosen for hour kitchen project. They definitely listened and tried to address our concerns (but they fell short). The Bad: This is just my theory, but I feel as though our project was considered insignificant compared to more complicated work that I know PRC does. We are going to have to replace the new floor in our kitchen/dining room that is not 12 months old because PRC failed to install it properly. We will now be forced to spend another 3-4 K on the replacement. To be fair, PRC returned most of our money we paid them for the floor. I appreciate this greatly, but it is going to cost us money we didn't plan on spending on getting it right. The floor co. we are using now took one look at the floor and explained all the areas that were done incorrectly. They are going to use our floor as an example of poor installation to future clients. They will also photograph the new floor to present a before and after example. The plumbing under our sink came undone after maybe 2 months. This was repaired promptly, but I worry about its longevity. Switch plates and the new heat register were installed crooked. Again, this was fixed, but why not install it right the first time? The issue that is forcing me to write this review, the paint. I believe this was a 1200 item on our work order. They came multiple times in order to get it right. It still isn't. There are areas that are not covered, blotchy, and simply not painted at all. As I was cleaning a portion of the wall yesterday, I noticed that there are entire sections of wall that are not painted. It is just bare wall compound. We did not receive a refund for the paint, but I did not ask for one. My mistake. It should not take multiple visits to paint one room properly. However, this is another example of how I will be spending more time and money for something that I already paid for. There are more issues, but these are the most significant. Again, we are so disappointed. We wanted to work with PRC on future projects, but that is impossible now. We actually don't even want to get involved in any more home projects after this experience. I think PRC has the ability to deliver quality work, but for some reason they fell quite short with our home. We have currently tried to contact PRC about the additional problems we have found, and have been ignored. Proceed with caution!"

Robert W on November 2019

Pittsburgh Remodeling Company is built on the principles of customer service and craftsmanship. Through partnership with homeowners, the team at PRC can help achieve any vision for your home remodeling project. While every home and every project is different, when Pittsburgh Remodeling Company is involved there are certain constants: The work looks amazing and the customers are satisfied. So if you’re looking for more than a contractor, for a company that will care about your project and final product as much as you do, let’s start a conversation .

"I wasn't planning on writing a review about our experience with PRC, but after finding more examples of poor workmanship on a project that was supposed be completed 10 months ago, I've changed my mind. This post is not motivated by malice, but we are very disappointed. PRC came highly recommend, and we knew we'd be paying a premium for a good company. We expected a lot more on a job that nearly totaled 40K. Our entire project was not terrible, and there were areas where PRC excelled. First the Good: PRC was organized and prompt every day that they came to work. They respected our home, and did their best to make sure the rest of the house remained clean. They stuck to the contract. They were always patient with us and answered our questions. Their design assistance was great, and we love the aesthetics that were chosen for hour kitchen project. They definitely listened and tried to address our concerns (but they fell short). The Bad: This is just my theory, but I feel as though our project was considered insignificant compared to more complicated work that I know PRC does. We are going to have to replace the new floor in our kitchen/dining room that is not 12 months old because PRC failed to install it properly. We will now be forced to spend another 3-4 K on the replacement. To be fair, PRC returned most of our money we paid them for the floor. I appreciate this greatly, but it is going to cost us money we didn't plan on spending on getting it right. The floor co. we are using now took one look at the floor and explained all the areas that were done incorrectly. They are going to use our floor as an example of poor installation to future clients. They will also photograph the new floor to present a before and after example. The plumbing under our sink came undone after maybe 2 months. This was repaired promptly, but I worry about its longevity. Switch plates and the new heat register were installed crooked. Again, this was fixed, but why not install it right the first time? The issue that is forcing me to write this review, the paint. I believe this was a 1200 item on our work order. They came multiple times in order to get it right. It still isn't. There are areas that are not covered, blotchy, and simply not painted at all. As I was cleaning a portion of the wall yesterday, I noticed that there are entire sections of wall that are not painted. It is just bare wall compound. We did not receive a refund for the paint, but I did not ask for one. My mistake. It should not take multiple visits to paint one room properly. However, this is another example of how I will be spending more time and money for something that I already paid for. There are more issues, but these are the most significant. Again, we are so disappointed. We wanted to work with PRC on future projects, but that is impossible now. We actually don't even want to get involved in any more home projects after this experience. I think PRC has the ability to deliver quality work, but for some reason they fell quite short with our home. We have currently tried to contact PRC about the additional problems we have found, and have been ignored. Proceed with caution!"

Robert W on November 2019


SUPERIOR PRODUCTS

4.00(
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SUPERIOR PRODUCTS

4.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Goubeaud Company

4.00(
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Goubeaud Company

4.00(
4
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Customers say: Terrific value
67 years of experience

Providing restoration and construction services for more than 50 years, our extensive in house expertise in restoration and specialty construction provides our clients exceptional depth of knowledge across the architectural spectrum. Managing complex integration of high tech building components and systems while providing authentic period building restoration.

"Very thorough work"

Alex L on April 2024

Providing restoration and construction services for more than 50 years, our extensive in house expertise in restoration and specialty construction provides our clients exceptional depth of knowledge across the architectural spectrum. Managing complex integration of high tech building components and systems while providing authentic period building restoration.

"Very thorough work"

Alex L on April 2024


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Omnipro

4.61(
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Omnipro

4.61(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

A Message from the Owner... My name is Tony Sluka. My sons and I would like to thank you for visiting our profile. We have been in the construction business for more than 40 years. OmniPro has been in business for the last 18 years providing Pittsburgh residents with one-stop shopping for all their construction supply and contracting needs. If you have any questions about our services, supplies, or would like to inquire about an estimate, please do not hesitate to contact us. One of our knowledgeable associates is always available to answer any questions you have. Please include a best phone number to be reached at with any communications to ensure the most accurate, fastest level of service! Thanks - Omnipro

"They were fantastic to work with. The project was started on time, professionally done and cleaned up afterwards. My house is the talk of the neighborhood now it is beautiful."

Janine B on June 2024

A Message from the Owner... My name is Tony Sluka. My sons and I would like to thank you for visiting our profile. We have been in the construction business for more than 40 years. OmniPro has been in business for the last 18 years providing Pittsburgh residents with one-stop shopping for all their construction supply and contracting needs. If you have any questions about our services, supplies, or would like to inquire about an estimate, please do not hesitate to contact us. One of our knowledgeable associates is always available to answer any questions you have. Please include a best phone number to be reached at with any communications to ensure the most accurate, fastest level of service! Thanks - Omnipro

"They were fantastic to work with. The project was started on time, professionally done and cleaned up afterwards. My house is the talk of the neighborhood now it is beautiful."

Janine B on June 2024

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Pittsburgh, PA

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. 

The Pittsburgh, PA homeowners’ guide to shelter or outbuilding building services

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