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Hames Construction, Inc

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MTZ Modern Carpentry Inc.

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MTZ Modern Carpentry Inc.

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We specialize in crafting custom decks that not only enhance the aesthetics of your home but also provide a versatile outdoor living area for you to enjoy. We provide more than just quality services with over 25 years experience in woodworking, framing, siding, railings, and feeney cable solutions for a contemporary look while ensuring safety and longevity. Specializing in woodworking decks porches fences and much more.

"From start to finish, Enrique was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. I've never felt better about investing in my home. Our front porch steps were severely in need of repair. The flagstone was falling off the frame and became a hazard for our family and others visiting our home. We had struggled to find others who could meet our budget or were comfortable taking the job. However, Enrique assured us this was well within his skill and experience and that we would be happy with the results. He could not have been more right! Enrique removed the old flagstone, added additional support for the existing frame, and installed beautiful new steps using Trex decking material. He even included exterior lighting! We are thrilled with our new stairs, and his work gives us great confidence in working again with MTZ Modern Carpentry. Thanks again, Enrique!"

Jeff C on February 2025

We specialize in crafting custom decks that not only enhance the aesthetics of your home but also provide a versatile outdoor living area for you to enjoy. We provide more than just quality services with over 25 years experience in woodworking, framing, siding, railings, and feeney cable solutions for a contemporary look while ensuring safety and longevity. Specializing in woodworking decks porches fences and much more.

"From start to finish, Enrique was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. I've never felt better about investing in my home. Our front porch steps were severely in need of repair. The flagstone was falling off the frame and became a hazard for our family and others visiting our home. We had struggled to find others who could meet our budget or were comfortable taking the job. However, Enrique assured us this was well within his skill and experience and that we would be happy with the results. He could not have been more right! Enrique removed the old flagstone, added additional support for the existing frame, and installed beautiful new steps using Trex decking material. He even included exterior lighting! We are thrilled with our new stairs, and his work gives us great confidence in working again with MTZ Modern Carpentry. Thanks again, Enrique!"

Jeff C on February 2025


D.W Henninger Construction

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D.W Henninger Construction

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36 years of experience

Founded in 1989 by Dean Henninger, D.W. Henninger Construction has been recognized as a leading builder of custom homes and remodeling projects. Acting as a General Contractor, the entire Henninger team is known to exceed client expectations, leading to a steady stream of testimonials and referral clients. Over the past two decades, Henninger has managed projects in California: kitchens, bathrooms, room additions, entire home renovation, even complete construction of homes. Regardless of scope, Henninger approaches each project with the same foundation of principals: strong design aesthetics, comprehensive product options, sound project management, and a commitment to craftsmanship. Design Aesthetics: With 20+ years of Bay Area experience, Henninger understands the many architectural quirks unique to Bay Area communities, making it easy to elaborate and integrate with established design aesthetics. Product Options: Henninger is truly unique in being a single-source stop for design, remodeling, and product resources. Cabinetry, countertops, appliances, and plumbing fixtures are all available options for your project, and Henninger assists with selection, delivery, even vendor communication if there’s a problem. Project Management: Project management is essential to delivering a good customer experience. Henninger prioritizes project management to the same degree as design and crafting. Henninger is unique in using progress billing — a system that only charges for services following completion rather than pre-paying weeks or months before it starts. Craftsmanship: Henninger’s team of carpenters bring the best combination of experience and expertise to the table, but they offer much more than technical proficiency — by working with true craftsmen, Henninger projects balance design and functionality for maximum results on each and every project, regardless of scope. Our service areas: Oakland, Pleasanton, Livermore, Walnut Creek, Fremont, and surrounding cities. Projects in San Francisco and San Jose are also feasible — contact us for more information.

Founded in 1989 by Dean Henninger, D.W. Henninger Construction has been recognized as a leading builder of custom homes and remodeling projects. Acting as a General Contractor, the entire Henninger team is known to exceed client expectations, leading to a steady stream of testimonials and referral clients. Over the past two decades, Henninger has managed projects in California: kitchens, bathrooms, room additions, entire home renovation, even complete construction of homes. Regardless of scope, Henninger approaches each project with the same foundation of principals: strong design aesthetics, comprehensive product options, sound project management, and a commitment to craftsmanship. Design Aesthetics: With 20+ years of Bay Area experience, Henninger understands the many architectural quirks unique to Bay Area communities, making it easy to elaborate and integrate with established design aesthetics. Product Options: Henninger is truly unique in being a single-source stop for design, remodeling, and product resources. Cabinetry, countertops, appliances, and plumbing fixtures are all available options for your project, and Henninger assists with selection, delivery, even vendor communication if there’s a problem. Project Management: Project management is essential to delivering a good customer experience. Henninger prioritizes project management to the same degree as design and crafting. Henninger is unique in using progress billing — a system that only charges for services following completion rather than pre-paying weeks or months before it starts. Craftsmanship: Henninger’s team of carpenters bring the best combination of experience and expertise to the table, but they offer much more than technical proficiency — by working with true craftsmen, Henninger projects balance design and functionality for maximum results on each and every project, regardless of scope. Our service areas: Oakland, Pleasanton, Livermore, Walnut Creek, Fremont, and surrounding cities. Projects in San Francisco and San Jose are also feasible — contact us for more information.


Beyond Construction Builders

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Beyond Construction Builders

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Sandoval's brother's

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Sandoval's brother's

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Hi this is Sandoval's brother's is my fist time on angie list we want to help every costumers, we do all projects small and big Job's handyman, Remodeling,kitchen,decks, flooring wood,fences, all works with wood, paint interior and exterior. I'M here for help you.

Hi this is Sandoval's brother's is my fist time on angie list we want to help every costumers, we do all projects small and big Job's handyman, Remodeling,kitchen,decks, flooring wood,fences, all works with wood, paint interior and exterior. I'M here for help you.


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JG builder

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JG builder

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As owner of JG builder I aim to satisfy your vision and values of your home. JG Builder is disabled veteran owned business and I have 25 years in construction industry, Working with the Navy for 10 years as a construction specialist. We are timely, organized and aim to bring your vision to life. Sincerely Owner ,Joseph Guerrero

"Outstanding, honest, quality work, and prompt."

Johnny H on February 2019

As owner of JG builder I aim to satisfy your vision and values of your home. JG Builder is disabled veteran owned business and I have 25 years in construction industry, Working with the Navy for 10 years as a construction specialist. We are timely, organized and aim to bring your vision to life. Sincerely Owner ,Joseph Guerrero

"Outstanding, honest, quality work, and prompt."

Johnny H on February 2019


Architectural Design & Restoration, Inc.

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Architectural Design & Restoration, Inc.

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37 years of experience

ADR | Architectural Design & Restoration, Inc. was established in 1988 in the historic Sonoma County town of Petaluma, CA by licensed architects, Rick Brereton and Charles "Church" Hildreth. The architects boast diverse backgrounds and a broad range of experience. Their eclectic portfolio ranges from modest home remodels to multi-million dollar hotels and restaurants across the country. ADR strives to establish good working relationships with local developers, builders and craftsmen. The result is a team of professionals that work together seamlessly to ensure your project flows effortlessly from beginning to end.

ADR | Architectural Design & Restoration, Inc. was established in 1988 in the historic Sonoma County town of Petaluma, CA by licensed architects, Rick Brereton and Charles "Church" Hildreth. The architects boast diverse backgrounds and a broad range of experience. Their eclectic portfolio ranges from modest home remodels to multi-million dollar hotels and restaurants across the country. ADR strives to establish good working relationships with local developers, builders and craftsmen. The result is a team of professionals that work together seamlessly to ensure your project flows effortlessly from beginning to end.


Creative Tile Design

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Creative Tile Design

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An owner operated business since 1993 with a loyal customer and referral base. Detailed and passionate with each project involved in. Most work done with a handful of employees skilled at the level they are at. Detailed contract with each job specifying exact work to be done and approximate time frame in which work will be performed. Award winning.

An owner operated business since 1993 with a loyal customer and referral base. Detailed and passionate with each project involved in. Most work done with a handful of employees skilled at the level they are at. Detailed contract with each job specifying exact work to be done and approximate time frame in which work will be performed. Award winning.


Protection Plus Solutions

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Protection Plus Solutions

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15 years of experience

Protection Plus Solutions provides background screening services for the Home Service Industry. Our thorough background screening process allows your customers to view Real-Time background screening results of your employees on our website or yours 24/7. We provide monthly monitoring of your employees and our virtual ID badges can be uploaded to your website in the event that you want to send a craftsman or service technician to someones home or office. We provide National, State, County, and Federal Record Searches,National Sex Offender Registry checks, Social Security Verification, Eligibility to work in the USA, OFAC, Home Land Security, Drug Testing, Department of Vehicle Record Checks (DMV), Monthly Monitoring, and ID Badging both hard copy ID and Virtual ID badging.

Protection Plus Solutions provides background screening services for the Home Service Industry. Our thorough background screening process allows your customers to view Real-Time background screening results of your employees on our website or yours 24/7. We provide monthly monitoring of your employees and our virtual ID badges can be uploaded to your website in the event that you want to send a craftsman or service technician to someones home or office. We provide National, State, County, and Federal Record Searches,National Sex Offender Registry checks, Social Security Verification, Eligibility to work in the USA, OFAC, Home Land Security, Drug Testing, Department of Vehicle Record Checks (DMV), Monthly Monitoring, and ID Badging both hard copy ID and Virtual ID badging.

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in San Jose, CA

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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