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Avatar for Guys Unlimited 4 Rent
Guys Unlimited 4 Rent
4.9(
195
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were given a competitive quote, and the custom shed build exceeded expectations. The owners went out of their way to check on the quality of work and make sure we were satisfied. I would definitely recommend this company based on our experience."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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Response time9 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Legacy Water Restoration
4.8(
130
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Doors look great, installations went very smoothly, James knows his stuff. I had two doors installed and because he is so proficient at this there was no time wasted or movement. I went to Lowes and got an estimate to have these doors installed and they wanted twice the amount. If you are looking for garage doors, look no farther you are getting the best product and labor with Legacy Garage Doors."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Wright RE and GC, LLC
New to Angi

Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company out of Ft Worth, Texas. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of general contracting services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time4 hrs
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Homeimprove Construction, Inc.
5.0(
22
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

To get the home you have always wanted, you need a good home remodeling contractor who understands your needs and can help you incorporate all the design elements you want into your space. That’s where our team of experts at HomeImprove Construction come into play. Beyond having years of experience in the field, we also have a sound understanding of what it takes to get the job done right. We don’t just rush through the remodeling process for the sake of saving time. It’s all about working alongside the customer to ensure their needs are met.\n\nWhether you want help redesigning your space or just changing out the floors in your existing space, you can put your trust in our team to get the job done right. At Home Improve Construction the customer comes first. From bathroom remodeling to kitchen remodeling, room additions, new flooring, and more, you can count on our design specialist to bring your vision to life.

Complete kitchen remodel
Modern traditional complete bathroom remodel
Energy efficient yard
Deck & entertainment area
Room addition/powder room and laundry room

+1

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
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Arbizu Remodeling
4.9(
12
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Arbizu team was prompt, thorough, and flexible. Needed flooring removed prior to foundation work, and I reached out with a short notice request. They responded immediately, and I was able to schedule their work within 2 days of the requested work. They did great work and were very easy to work with!"
Custom Decks
Remodel Restroom
Custom Made Patio Cover
Custom Decks
Remodel Restroom

+12

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paul's Drywall & Remodeling
4.7(
137
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul’s Drywall was excellent! The work they did for me was done perfectly & they are very fair priced & were very professional! I would recommend them for any repairs or remodeling needs!"
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+163

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Pro Deck Solutions
5.0(
12
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had just purchased a new house that had approximately a 10x12 deck. My wife and I were planning on a backyard wedding and wanted a deck that measured approximately 30x25 with two sets of stairs. Once we started the initial planning I  knew the design we wanted was probably not going to be affordable because of the deck I built previously.  Luckily I kept all the information for Jesse and started thinking maybe this deck would be possible to build in my budget. We still were not sure of the exact design we wanted but Jesse's experience enabled him to make viable suggestions that would meet our expectations. After about two weeks the entire project was done. The deck came out better than I expected and on-time. The second part of the project was to move a fence line and build a double gate so I could park my camper in the backyard. Jesse moved my fence line and built a heavy duty double gate that turned out great. I am very critical when it comes to contractors and getting what I want at a great price and great customer service. Jesse definitely exceeds my expectations. When I need a contractor to work on another project for me I will definitely call Jesse."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Precision Lawn & Tree
4.3(
124
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We bought a coupon from Angie's List for Precision Lawn & Tree Care for premium mulching.  Jason Seidel, the owner, came out first to look over our yards.  While he was here, we also discussed having him do other things and he gave us an estimate for the additional work.  His was the best price for the work.  Jason and his crew came out multiple times to do all the work.  He was very good to work with and had good suggestions for what we wanted to do.  His crew was excellent, especially Sam, who leveled the mulched areas in the front yard and re-installed large pavers we had in a very artistic pattern. It looks great!  We also appreciated that Jason suggested we take a "pup" from our sago palm in the backyard and transplant in the front yard instead of buying another one.  The front and back yards look terrific.  We would definitely use them again.
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in San Antonio, TX

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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