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Reliable Screen Protection llc
1198 Enterprise Dr
4.92(
12
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Reliable Screen Protection llc
1198 Enterprise Dr
4.92(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
61 local quotes requested

Twenty years experience, quality with pride. We use premium screens that protect. Call and compare and save.

"Professional, honest and trustworthy. I would use their services in the future and I highly recommend this company."

Elizabeth a on February 2025

Twenty years experience, quality with pride. We use premium screens that protect. Call and compare and save.

"Professional, honest and trustworthy. I would use their services in the future and I highly recommend this company."

Elizabeth a on February 2025


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Precision Aluminum and Remodeling Inc
5.00(
5
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Precision Aluminum and Remodeling Inc
5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
164 local quotes requested

We are licensed Florida Building Contractors that specialize in making your lanai a livable space, and upgrading your house windows with new impact glass windows. We can put windows into your existing lanai, or extend you existing lanai to give you the extra living space that you need. Being a veteran-owned company, we respect the sacrifices made everyday by the men and women serving in our armed-forces, as well as those around them. We are proud to give back to our community and offer a military discount to active duty and retired military. When you call Precision Aluminum and Remodeling, Inc., you are not calling into a call center or a large corporate organization. You are often speaking to a member of the family who is proud to be a part of "PAR."

"I highly recommend Percision aluminum and remodeling. Excellent service."

Bill P on May 2024

We are licensed Florida Building Contractors that specialize in making your lanai a livable space, and upgrading your house windows with new impact glass windows. We can put windows into your existing lanai, or extend you existing lanai to give you the extra living space that you need. Being a veteran-owned company, we respect the sacrifices made everyday by the men and women serving in our armed-forces, as well as those around them. We are proud to give back to our community and offer a military discount to active duty and retired military. When you call Precision Aluminum and Remodeling, Inc., you are not calling into a call center or a large corporate organization. You are often speaking to a member of the family who is proud to be a part of "PAR."

"I highly recommend Percision aluminum and remodeling. Excellent service."

Bill P on May 2024


A Family Matters
5.00(
17
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A Family Matters
5.00(
17
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
383 local quotes requested

Family Matters Is Focused on Individual or Family Assistance. Family Matters is a relationship based business that offers an easy to understand fee for service program as well as a public assistance program for those less fortunate. Helping the way you want and when you want. It's really that simple, we only need to know from you how we can help. Help is available for a few minutes or several hours, no job is too small if you need help doing it.

"Allen was personable, punctual, communicative, and did meticulous work. All for an excellent price. What more could you ask for?! Highly recommend him and will use him again."

Carol A on March 2025

Family Matters Is Focused on Individual or Family Assistance. Family Matters is a relationship based business that offers an easy to understand fee for service program as well as a public assistance program for those less fortunate. Helping the way you want and when you want. It's really that simple, we only need to know from you how we can help. Help is available for a few minutes or several hours, no job is too small if you need help doing it.

"Allen was personable, punctual, communicative, and did meticulous work. All for an excellent price. What more could you ask for?! Highly recommend him and will use him again."

Carol A on March 2025


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Voltolini Home Improvement
827 Bacon Ave
5.00(
12
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Voltolini Home Improvement
827 Bacon Ave
5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
759 local quotes requested

**Specialize in Kitchen & Bathroom Renovations** We take great pride in serving our customers.We are a family-owned business with 6 years of experience serving Sarasota and the surrounding areas. We love what we do, and that's why we are dedicated to providing the best service possible. For free estimates, just give us a call or send a message.

"I recently had two doors replaced in my home, and I couldn't be happier with the results! From the initial consultation to the final installation, the entire process was smooth and professional. The team was prompt, courteous, and highly skilled, they worked efficiently. They’ve transformed the look of my home! I appreciate the attention to detail, and the finish is flawless. It’s made a significant difference in both aesthetics and insulation. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for door replacement services."

Derek D on April 2025

**Specialize in Kitchen & Bathroom Renovations** We take great pride in serving our customers.We are a family-owned business with 6 years of experience serving Sarasota and the surrounding areas. We love what we do, and that's why we are dedicated to providing the best service possible. For free estimates, just give us a call or send a message.

"I recently had two doors replaced in my home, and I couldn't be happier with the results! From the initial consultation to the final installation, the entire process was smooth and professional. The team was prompt, courteous, and highly skilled, they worked efficiently. They’ve transformed the look of my home! I appreciate the attention to detail, and the finish is flawless. It’s made a significant difference in both aesthetics and insulation. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for door replacement services."

Derek D on April 2025


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Falcon Handyman Services
13533 Koinonia Dr
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Falcon Handyman Services
13533 Koinonia Dr
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1428 local quotes requested

I have 10 years experience. Painting, plumbing, carpenters and more, generals handyman job

"TERRIFIC!! Obet is a brilliant, intuitive handyman. That means, unlike me, he can repair, put together, ANYTHING! He is professional, respectful, prompt, and kind. I hired a shade vendor who did not measure ANYTHING correctly. Obet put all the shades and correct brackets where they 'should' have been. He never charges enough for his incredible and high-quality hard work. He repaired metal hinges on an Andersen screen door that an overzealous property manager swung open too far and bent. Obet Falcon is a SUPER handyman because I think he can repair or build Obet Falcon is an incredibly handyman because I believe he can repair or build anything! He’s like Superman! In the past five years, I’ve encountered the best quality and most honest businessman in Naples, and that’s Obet Falcon."

Maureen K on April 2025

I have 10 years experience. Painting, plumbing, carpenters and more, generals handyman job

"TERRIFIC!! Obet is a brilliant, intuitive handyman. That means, unlike me, he can repair, put together, ANYTHING! He is professional, respectful, prompt, and kind. I hired a shade vendor who did not measure ANYTHING correctly. Obet put all the shades and correct brackets where they 'should' have been. He never charges enough for his incredible and high-quality hard work. He repaired metal hinges on an Andersen screen door that an overzealous property manager swung open too far and bent. Obet Falcon is a SUPER handyman because I think he can repair or build Obet Falcon is an incredibly handyman because I believe he can repair or build anything! He’s like Superman! In the past five years, I’ve encountered the best quality and most honest businessman in Naples, and that’s Obet Falcon."

Maureen K on April 2025


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CaylieBuilds
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5.00(
8
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CaylieBuilds
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5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1363 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a handyman that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime once you see our quality work. We're passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent. Dane was on time and was able to install the items I needed. Would highly recommend."

Peggy C on February 2025

Our mission is to be a handyman that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime once you see our quality work. We're passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent. Dane was on time and was able to install the items I needed. Would highly recommend."

Peggy C on February 2025


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Sarasota's Best Construction & Flooring LLC
7111 Switchgrass Trl
4.83(
379
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Approved Pro
Sarasota's Best Construction & Flooring LLC
7111 Switchgrass Trl
4.83(
379
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
238 local quotes requested

We are your one call, one contact home solution experts, and quality is our top priority. Our well trained and friendly employees are on the road throughout Sarasota and Manatee Counties to help you tackle your home improvement to do list. Our goal is to provide our services to your fullest satisfaction. We guarantee the work of our professionals. Estimates are not free unless the consumer owns the property. See below. We do not work in high rise condominiums. No estimates are provided over the phone; we need to see the project and determine the scope. While we do everything well, because we provide specific and targeted professionals to handle your task, we truly specialize in kitchen and bath restoration. We have done more tile flooring projects than anyone in the area. Allowing someone to come in to your space to remedy flooring problems takes trust. We appreciate that trust, and strive to make you feel more comfortable.

"This is two reviews in one: In March 2020 I was new to the Sarasota area, looking for someone to remodel my master and guest bathrooms. I was referred to Jeff and Sarasota's Best Construction & Flooring LLC. The job was done to all my specifications, high quality workmanship, professional, and quickly executed. In September of 2023 it was time to remodel my kitchen, there was no doubt that I would contact Jeff and Sarasota’s Best Construction & Flooring LLC to do this job as well. I could not be happier with the work that was done to my kitchen, the quality of work is exceptional, the professionalism at which Jeff and the company demonstrates adds to the overall quality of the work. I will contact Sarasota’s Best Construction & Flooring LLC for any future projects."

Vicki S on October 2024

We are your one call, one contact home solution experts, and quality is our top priority. Our well trained and friendly employees are on the road throughout Sarasota and Manatee Counties to help you tackle your home improvement to do list. Our goal is to provide our services to your fullest satisfaction. We guarantee the work of our professionals. Estimates are not free unless the consumer owns the property. See below. We do not work in high rise condominiums. No estimates are provided over the phone; we need to see the project and determine the scope. While we do everything well, because we provide specific and targeted professionals to handle your task, we truly specialize in kitchen and bath restoration. We have done more tile flooring projects than anyone in the area. Allowing someone to come in to your space to remedy flooring problems takes trust. We appreciate that trust, and strive to make you feel more comfortable.

"This is two reviews in one: In March 2020 I was new to the Sarasota area, looking for someone to remodel my master and guest bathrooms. I was referred to Jeff and Sarasota's Best Construction & Flooring LLC. The job was done to all my specifications, high quality workmanship, professional, and quickly executed. In September of 2023 it was time to remodel my kitchen, there was no doubt that I would contact Jeff and Sarasota’s Best Construction & Flooring LLC to do this job as well. I could not be happier with the work that was done to my kitchen, the quality of work is exceptional, the professionalism at which Jeff and the company demonstrates adds to the overall quality of the work. I will contact Sarasota’s Best Construction & Flooring LLC for any future projects."

Vicki S on October 2024


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Luxury Home Solutions
12244 Treeline Ave
4.88(
60
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Approved Pro
Luxury Home Solutions
12244 Treeline Ave
4.88(
60
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
684 local quotes requested

With offices in Naples and Fort Myers, LHS is your trusted resource for Design/Build and Remodeling in Southwest Florida. From concept through completion, the team at LHS has a committed full service, hands-on approach focused on complete client satisfaction. Trust and confidence are ensured with in-house design professionals, project managers, field superintendents, and lead carpenters. Expect "Peace-of-Mind" when hiring the LHS team. The experience may not be completely "stress free," but it will definitely be "risk free." Offices in Fort Myers and Naples.

"Excellent job done on time and on budget. Jessie has a good eye for design and construction. I highly recommend them."

Tom W on February 2024

With offices in Naples and Fort Myers, LHS is your trusted resource for Design/Build and Remodeling in Southwest Florida. From concept through completion, the team at LHS has a committed full service, hands-on approach focused on complete client satisfaction. Trust and confidence are ensured with in-house design professionals, project managers, field superintendents, and lead carpenters. Expect "Peace-of-Mind" when hiring the LHS team. The experience may not be completely "stress free," but it will definitely be "risk free." Offices in Fort Myers and Naples.

"Excellent job done on time and on budget. Jessie has a good eye for design and construction. I highly recommend them."

Tom W on February 2024


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MoonTree Property Managment
4.20(
5
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Approved Pro
MoonTree Property Managment
4.20(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
3902 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"The work was performed on time, for a reasonable price and works perfectly!! Both the installation and clean up afterwards was a smooth process."

Christina C on December 2024

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"The work was performed on time, for a reasonable price and works perfectly!! Both the installation and clean up afterwards was a smooth process."

Christina C on December 2024


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Fast Rehabs
9160 Forum Corporate Pkwy
4.20(
5
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Approved Pro
Fast Rehabs
9160 Forum Corporate Pkwy
4.20(
5
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Approved Pro
2933 local quotes requested
48 years of experience

At Fast Rehabs, we know that improving your home is a big deal — and we don’t take that lightly. Whether you're giving your space a fresh new look or tackling something bigger, we’re here to make the process easier, smoother, and stress-free. We’ve been doing this for years, helping homeowners turn their ideas into real, lasting results. Along the way, we've learned that trust matters just as much as craftsmanship. That’s why we listen, we show up when we say we will, and we treat every home like it’s our own. If you're ready to start your project — big or small — we're here to help. Let’s talk about what you have in mind

"Started off Great! They called everyday to follow up on progress. After receiving 80% of money, Calls stopped, Actually they avoided calls for weeks not knowing what was going on. Lot's of promises and not finished 4 months later. We own a Small 670 sq ft home. They promised it would be complete in 3 -4 weeks. They threw away household items, and have left 22+ items unfinished. 4 months later still not finished. Would never recommend."

Tom B on December 2024

At Fast Rehabs, we know that improving your home is a big deal — and we don’t take that lightly. Whether you're giving your space a fresh new look or tackling something bigger, we’re here to make the process easier, smoother, and stress-free. We’ve been doing this for years, helping homeowners turn their ideas into real, lasting results. Along the way, we've learned that trust matters just as much as craftsmanship. That’s why we listen, we show up when we say we will, and we treat every home like it’s our own. If you're ready to start your project — big or small — we're here to help. Let’s talk about what you have in mind

"Started off Great! They called everyday to follow up on progress. After receiving 80% of money, Calls stopped, Actually they avoided calls for weeks not knowing what was going on. Lot's of promises and not finished 4 months later. We own a Small 670 sq ft home. They promised it would be complete in 3 -4 weeks. They threw away household items, and have left 22+ items unfinished. 4 months later still not finished. Would never recommend."

Tom B on December 2024

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Shelter or outbuilding building services FAQs

You need to secure a permit for a tornado shelter when local building codes require it. A permit confirms that your shelter meets safety and construction standards to withstand extreme weather events. FEMA guidelines P-361 and P-320 establish these safety requirements. Permit costs range from $430 to $2,240. Contact your local building department to verify the necessary permits and ensure full compliance with all regulations.

Yes, FEMA will fund up to 75% of your storm shelter installation if all eligibility conditions are met. FEMA allocates funds to state authorities where strict guidelines determine approval and disbursement. Contact your State Hazard Mitigation Officer to determine your funding options and initiate the required process. Secure the necessary documentation to access this financial support.

Tornado shelters add significant value to a home by enhancing both safety and market appeal. A secure storm shelter not only increases the resale value by up to 50% of the unit cost but also provides multifunctional benefits in areas prone to severe weather. Homeowners who integrate features like a gun safe or wine cellar maximize their investment and overall home desirability.

A pre-built storm shelter delivers distinct benefits by reducing overall costs and installation time. A pre-built unit eliminates extensive on-site construction expenses and comes in a variety of sizes and materials to suit different family needs. This design flexibility provides robust protection, ensures rapid installation, and secures your home against extreme weather conditions.

The installation time for a tornado shelter depends on the type chosen. Pre-built shelters are installed in four to eight hours, providing a rapid and secure solution. Custom-made shelters or those that require land excavation demand significantly longer time, taking days or weeks due to extensive preparation, structural assembly, and precise installation to fully meet safety standards.

Space is a critical factor in a storm shelter. FEMA mandates a minimum of six square feet per person for tornado protection and ten square feet per person for hurricane safety. For example, a 5-by-6-foot shelter meets the needs of a family of five in a tornado-prone area. Extra room accommodates emergency supplies and ensures safe, comfortable movement during severe weather events.

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