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Second story addition builders in South Bend

Jose Danilo Arita LLC.
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Jose Danilo Arita LLC.
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
1348 local quotes requested

Painting business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"It went great. Jose & staff were excellent. He contacted me rightafter my request & came a few days later to do the job. He also siad he could repair all my windows whuch Pella said needed to be replaced. His staff was also excellent. All continued to get the entire job done."

Patsy D on June 2025

Painting business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"It went great. Jose & staff were excellent. He contacted me rightafter my request & came a few days later to do the job. He also siad he could repair all my windows whuch Pella said needed to be replaced. His staff was also excellent. All continued to get the entire job done."

Patsy D on June 2025


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Tennison House of Carpentry
28687 Pokagon Highway
5.00(
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Tennison House of Carpentry
28687 Pokagon Highway
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
505 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, sunrooms, patio enclosures, custom carpentry, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Great! Jesse was easy to work with and a joy to have around."

Rusty M on September 2024

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, sunrooms, patio enclosures, custom carpentry, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Great! Jesse was easy to work with and a joy to have around."

Rusty M on September 2024


Elite Builder's
888 Fedore Rd
5.00(
4
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Elite Builder's
888 Fedore Rd
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
602 local quotes requested

Elite Builder's specializes in custom decks and porches, offering high-quality construction and design to enhance your outdoor living spaces with style, durability, and functionality!

"We are very pleased with the work Blake did for us. It looks so nice. He did everything he said he would in the construction, in the time of completion as well. We are definitely hiring him again for our next project."

Beverly N on June 2025

Elite Builder's specializes in custom decks and porches, offering high-quality construction and design to enhance your outdoor living spaces with style, durability, and functionality!

"We are very pleased with the work Blake did for us. It looks so nice. He did everything he said he would in the construction, in the time of completion as well. We are definitely hiring him again for our next project."

Beverly N on June 2025


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Kendall Builders IN. LLC
1 Fort St
4.56(
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Kendall Builders IN. LLC
1 Fort St
4.56(
27
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Customers say: Quality work
304 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

With Kendall Builders our Customers come first. We maintain our business with quality workmanship. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality craftsmanship from beginning to end of our projects. We specialize in Remodeling, Room Additions & New Construction Over 25 years of experience. Are most important goal is Customer satisfaction.

"Wonderful to work with, went above and beyod"

Corrine H on April 2025

With Kendall Builders our Customers come first. We maintain our business with quality workmanship. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality craftsmanship from beginning to end of our projects. We specialize in Remodeling, Room Additions & New Construction Over 25 years of experience. Are most important goal is Customer satisfaction.

"Wonderful to work with, went above and beyod"

Corrine H on April 2025


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D & M Home Improvements LLC
28353 La Rue Street
5.00(
5
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D & M Home Improvements LLC
28353 La Rue Street
5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
346 local quotes requested

D&M Home Improvements is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.25+ years

"Very trustworthy company and very easy to work with! Don’t hesitate to give them a call!"

Dustin Q on June 2024

D&M Home Improvements is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.25+ years

"Very trustworthy company and very easy to work with! Don’t hesitate to give them a call!"

Dustin Q on June 2024


Dugan Welding and Fencing
67636 Lake Trail
5.00(
5
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Dugan Welding and Fencing
67636 Lake Trail
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
878 local quotes requested

We do welding and fencing vinyl, wood and chain link fence. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent, all went well. Overboard to please us ."

linda l on April 2024

We do welding and fencing vinyl, wood and chain link fence. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent, all went well. Overboard to please us ."

linda l on April 2024


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Sunnyland Construction LLC
51749 E Countyline Road
5.00(
6
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Sunnyland Construction LLC
51749 E Countyline Road
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
335 local quotes requested

Build A Brighter Tomorrow, That's our logo. We are your best source for remodeling and room additions. Craftsmanship, upfront business practices, and customer relationships are what we are all about here at Sunnyland Construction. Let us help you realize your dream!

"Very prompt, efficient and SUPER tidy! You never knew they had been there each day the person left. There was nothing left lying around from the de-construction, there was no trail leading to where the trash was left until trailer came to pick it up."

Andrea K on March 2024

Build A Brighter Tomorrow, That's our logo. We are your best source for remodeling and room additions. Craftsmanship, upfront business practices, and customer relationships are what we are all about here at Sunnyland Construction. Let us help you realize your dream!

"Very prompt, efficient and SUPER tidy! You never knew they had been there each day the person left. There was nothing left lying around from the de-construction, there was no trail leading to where the trash was left until trailer came to pick it up."

Andrea K on March 2024


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MCG Modern Construction Guy
5218 West Washington Street
4.90(
10
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MCG Modern Construction Guy
5218 West Washington Street
4.90(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
400 local quotes requested

Family owned business connected with all our people. Provide a safe working space with all your projects.We met your expectations with no problem our people communicate well. Have many years of customer service support we are a responsible and respectful rewarding trust ,safe company. Interior/Exterior Remodeling projects- kitchen and bath, room additions, dry wall, paint, flooring, roofing ,electrical, plumbing, etc.. We are Bilingual

"The price was fair, and the work was good."

Ohmar M on May 2025

Family owned business connected with all our people. Provide a safe working space with all your projects.We met your expectations with no problem our people communicate well. Have many years of customer service support we are a responsible and respectful rewarding trust ,safe company. Interior/Exterior Remodeling projects- kitchen and bath, room additions, dry wall, paint, flooring, roofing ,electrical, plumbing, etc.. We are Bilingual

"The price was fair, and the work was good."

Ohmar M on May 2025


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Amex Construction LLC
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Amex Construction LLC
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
450 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. 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 work at a fair price. More than that, Steve and his crew went the extra mile on more than one occasion. Friendly, genuine, and trustworthy. Easy to recommend!"

George L on June 2024

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. 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 work at a fair price. More than that, Steve and his crew went the extra mile on more than one occasion. Friendly, genuine, and trustworthy. Easy to recommend!"

George L on June 2024


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Brawny Builders
69941 Gumwood Rd
4.84(
31
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Approved Pro
Brawny Builders
69941 Gumwood Rd
4.84(
31
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
900 local quotes requested

Quality, availability, and service are the backbone of this company. We can handle all your construction needs from basement remodeling, additions, new home builds, bathroom remodels to kitchen overhauls. We handle a variety of small jobs as well. Check us out on Facebook or at our website and Brawnybuilders.com see how we might be able to help you.

"Homeowner here... I can't properly explain how absolutely thrilled we are with the work that Bronson and the Brawny Builders have done with our lake cottage. Last summer, we started with a plan to simply paint the exterior. But the project slowly unfolded into something much larger. Bronson is not just a general contractor - he became a close and trusted partner throughout the entire project. He is full of creative and thoughtful ideas that enhanced the project at every step. He provided us with constant and detailed communication. His team worked with us to make sure that every detail was right. Here are a couple of examples where Bronson was able to improve the design or save cost: ** We did not want to expand the footprint of the house and add that cost, but we could not figure out how to layout everything we wanted. Bronson cleverly reused an old set of concrete stairs as the foundation for a washer/dryer stack. It was a great solution that worked out fantastic. ** We had wanted to add a half bath for years, but Bronson figured out a way to add a FULL bath. In addition, the new bathroom was connected (jack and jill style) to the main bedroom to create a master suite. It only cost one additional door, but it is now WAY beyond what we imagined. ** We originally wanted to build a deck on the front of the house, but Bronson helped to create a design for a covered porch with vaulted ceilings and a clever lower surround that blended with the lake environment. ** We found a number of structural issues with the old house during demolition. Bronson developed very clever and cost-effective ways to resolve floor, wall and joist issues. ** During each phase of the construction, Bronson developed thoughtful and clever touches. The lofted garage included an old second floor door for ventilation, and Bronson designed a design the new door that retained some of the prior feeling with a new and fresh update. ** We wanted to retain some of the historical feel to the interior, and Bronson cleverly retained some of the original paneling without feeling overwhelming. He framed the wall to make it a focal point without looking old. It is one of my favorite parts of the house. The lake cottage has been in our extended family for almost 50 years. It has been a great retreat for us, but it is now a proper home with personality and functionality to match. This project has literally transformed the house. We would highly recommend Bronson and Brawny Builders for any remodeling project. We were lucky to find them."

Mark M on February 2025

Quality, availability, and service are the backbone of this company. We can handle all your construction needs from basement remodeling, additions, new home builds, bathroom remodels to kitchen overhauls. We handle a variety of small jobs as well. Check us out on Facebook or at our website and Brawnybuilders.com see how we might be able to help you.

"Homeowner here... I can't properly explain how absolutely thrilled we are with the work that Bronson and the Brawny Builders have done with our lake cottage. Last summer, we started with a plan to simply paint the exterior. But the project slowly unfolded into something much larger. Bronson is not just a general contractor - he became a close and trusted partner throughout the entire project. He is full of creative and thoughtful ideas that enhanced the project at every step. He provided us with constant and detailed communication. His team worked with us to make sure that every detail was right. Here are a couple of examples where Bronson was able to improve the design or save cost: ** We did not want to expand the footprint of the house and add that cost, but we could not figure out how to layout everything we wanted. Bronson cleverly reused an old set of concrete stairs as the foundation for a washer/dryer stack. It was a great solution that worked out fantastic. ** We had wanted to add a half bath for years, but Bronson figured out a way to add a FULL bath. In addition, the new bathroom was connected (jack and jill style) to the main bedroom to create a master suite. It only cost one additional door, but it is now WAY beyond what we imagined. ** We originally wanted to build a deck on the front of the house, but Bronson helped to create a design for a covered porch with vaulted ceilings and a clever lower surround that blended with the lake environment. ** We found a number of structural issues with the old house during demolition. Bronson developed very clever and cost-effective ways to resolve floor, wall and joist issues. ** During each phase of the construction, Bronson developed thoughtful and clever touches. The lofted garage included an old second floor door for ventilation, and Bronson designed a design the new door that retained some of the prior feeling with a new and fresh update. ** We wanted to retain some of the historical feel to the interior, and Bronson cleverly retained some of the original paneling without feeling overwhelming. He framed the wall to make it a focal point without looking old. It is one of my favorite parts of the house. The lake cottage has been in our extended family for almost 50 years. It has been a great retreat for us, but it is now a proper home with personality and functionality to match. This project has literally transformed the house. We would highly recommend Bronson and Brawny Builders for any remodeling project. We were lucky to find them."

Mark M on February 2025

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FAQs for second story addition building service projects in South Bend, IN

Converting a vaulted ceiling into a second floor requires three to six months from planning to completion. The process begins with several weeks of design and engineering, followed by permit applications, which vary in processing time by location. 

Construction itself spans several months, including framing, systems installation, and finishing work. Weather conditions, contractor availability, and inspection schedules can all influence your project timeline.

Several factors could make your conversion challenging or impossible. Inadequate roof support structures, insufficient foundation capacity, or problematic truss configurations might require prohibitively expensive modifications. 

Some homes lack the minimum ceiling height (12 feet at the lowest point) needed for functional second-floor spaces. Building code restrictions in your area might also limit conversion possibilities, particularly in historic districts or homes with specific architectural designations.

Begin with professional assessments from both an architect and a structural engineer who will evaluate your home's specific characteristics. They'll examine existing framing, measure available headroom, assess load-bearing capacity, and identify potential obstacles like HVAC ducts or plumbing vents. 

These experts will also review local building codes to determine feasibility. Their preliminary analysis provides crucial information about structural requirements and potential limitations before you commit to the project.

Whether you'll need temporary housing depends on several factors, including the project's scope and your tolerance for construction disruption. Major structural work creates significant noise, dust, and potential utility interruptions that many families find challenging to live with. Safety concerns may also arise during certain construction phases. 

Some homeowners successfully remain by isolating the construction zone and establishing clear work schedules. Discuss living arrangements with your contractor early in the planning process to make informed decisions.

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