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Johnson Custom Builders

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Johnson Custom Builders

4.95(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

Current Super Service Award Winner for 2019 seven years running! Johnson Custom Builders is a Design Builder. Our approach is simple. It all starts with listening. We work closely with our clients to understand everything from their needs to their design preferences. Then we go to work helping them exceed their goals. www.johnsoncustombuilders.com Our process is completely transparent. Our estimates are designed to provide realistic expectations not best-case scenarios. For us, communication is key and we keep you completely informed every step of the way communicating in a way that helps you anticipate and act to effectively engineer the best possible solutions every step of the way. At Johnson Custom Builders our approach is never just about managing timelines and budgets its about delivering on promises and helping you realize dreams. One look at a Johnson Custom build and you'll immediately understand why so many discriminating customers recommend us to their friends looking for a higher level of customized home building. It's not just about the attention to detail or use of the highest-quality materials or even the custom-crafted details. It's about the personalization. Personalization that comes from a builder that not only knows how to listen but also how to anticipate, communicate and most of all deliver on a promise. A native of Kirkland, Washington, founder Ryan Johnson shares the same core values as the community he has always called home: Integrity, Honesty and Originality. He's been actively designing, building and remodeling homes in the area for over 25 years. And in that time, he has earned a stellar reputation for providing outstanding results crafted with uncompromising integrity and quality. Hes also earned a reputation for delivering on his promises. A+ rating on the Better Business Bureau (BBB) !

"Since I now need to use a wheelchair, several doorways in my home needed to be widened. Two exterior doors had to be replaced, one of which also had to be changed to open out rather than opening in. I hired Johnson Custom Builders and was absolutely delighted with their work. They were always professional. They laid or hung plastic sheeting to contain the dust they created, then at the end of the day they ran the vacuum and even mopped the floor! They were respectful of me and my home. Their work was excellent. One of the things I most appreciated was Ryan Johnson's communication with me before, during, and at the conclusion of the project. He listened to what I needed and then figured out how to make it happen. I recommend Johnson Custom Builders highly!"

Gloria L R on February 2026

Current Super Service Award Winner for 2019 seven years running! Johnson Custom Builders is a Design Builder. Our approach is simple. It all starts with listening. We work closely with our clients to understand everything from their needs to their design preferences. Then we go to work helping them exceed their goals. www.johnsoncustombuilders.com Our process is completely transparent. Our estimates are designed to provide realistic expectations not best-case scenarios. For us, communication is key and we keep you completely informed every step of the way communicating in a way that helps you anticipate and act to effectively engineer the best possible solutions every step of the way. At Johnson Custom Builders our approach is never just about managing timelines and budgets its about delivering on promises and helping you realize dreams. One look at a Johnson Custom build and you'll immediately understand why so many discriminating customers recommend us to their friends looking for a higher level of customized home building. It's not just about the attention to detail or use of the highest-quality materials or even the custom-crafted details. It's about the personalization. Personalization that comes from a builder that not only knows how to listen but also how to anticipate, communicate and most of all deliver on a promise. A native of Kirkland, Washington, founder Ryan Johnson shares the same core values as the community he has always called home: Integrity, Honesty and Originality. He's been actively designing, building and remodeling homes in the area for over 25 years. And in that time, he has earned a stellar reputation for providing outstanding results crafted with uncompromising integrity and quality. Hes also earned a reputation for delivering on his promises. A+ rating on the Better Business Bureau (BBB) !

"Since I now need to use a wheelchair, several doorways in my home needed to be widened. Two exterior doors had to be replaced, one of which also had to be changed to open out rather than opening in. I hired Johnson Custom Builders and was absolutely delighted with their work. They were always professional. They laid or hung plastic sheeting to contain the dust they created, then at the end of the day they ran the vacuum and even mopped the floor! They were respectful of me and my home. Their work was excellent. One of the things I most appreciated was Ryan Johnson's communication with me before, during, and at the conclusion of the project. He listened to what I needed and then figured out how to make it happen. I recommend Johnson Custom Builders highly!"

Gloria L R on February 2026

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Plantrak Decks, LLC

4.82(
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Plantrak Decks, LLC

4.82(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

Smartdecks LLC has been in business for more than 30 years. Our area of expertise is in installing decks, Timber Frame and post & beam, structural and rot repair. We are a family owned and operated business. We strive to provide reliable and quality service with fair prices. Call us directly at 253-312-2224 to get the fastest response!

"We had Plantrex do a deck resurfaced. After it was in, there was a tenant caused deck fire. Plantrex did an outstanding job on both the original resurface and on the deck repair and restoration after the fire. Cleanup, everything was great."

Robert B on December 2021

Smartdecks LLC has been in business for more than 30 years. Our area of expertise is in installing decks, Timber Frame and post & beam, structural and rot repair. We are a family owned and operated business. We strive to provide reliable and quality service with fair prices. Call us directly at 253-312-2224 to get the fastest response!

"We had Plantrex do a deck resurfaced. After it was in, there was a tenant caused deck fire. Plantrex did an outstanding job on both the original resurface and on the deck repair and restoration after the fire. Cleanup, everything was great."

Robert B on December 2021

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BZR Remodeling

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BZR Remodeling

5.00(
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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

"We had an outstanding experience with Sean and Bzr team. From the initial call with Gaby to the finished product. I highly and strongly recommend BZR. We first started with a bathroom addition and ended up with an ADU project which turned out great adding a kitchen and 3/4 bath. It did take time and many changes, I want to thank Sean for his patience. I would absolutely in a blink work with them again. I will upload photos when wife has finished furnishing."

Temo A on November 2025

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!

"We had an outstanding experience with Sean and Bzr team. From the initial call with Gaby to the finished product. I highly and strongly recommend BZR. We first started with a bathroom addition and ended up with an ADU project which turned out great adding a kitchen and 3/4 bath. It did take time and many changes, I want to thank Sean for his patience. I would absolutely in a blink work with them again. I will upload photos when wife has finished furnishing."

Temo A on November 2025

FIVESTARS PAINTING

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FIVESTARS PAINTING

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

FiveStars Painting provides residential and commercial painting services to customers in King County and all cities around Seattle.

FiveStars Painting provides residential and commercial painting services to customers in King County and all cities around Seattle.

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Shirey Home Pro

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Shirey Home Pro

4.50(
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Customers say: Super punctual
23 years of experience

We are a full-service remodeling & home repair contractor that serves King County. Our home repair service starts with a 2-hour minimum for a highly skilled craftsmen at $225. Additional time is invoiced at an hourly rate, plus the cost of materials needed. Shirey Home Pro also offers design-build remodels that handle all aspects of your project, from conception through completion. Our goal is to build the kitchen or bath of your dreams. We are here to be your personal contractor for whatever your home needs - no matter how big or small your project is.

"Marvelous, even when we had to return a sink due to a malfunctioning part and begin again with a different sink. We provided the tile, adhesive and grout."

dana e on July 2022

We are a full-service remodeling & home repair contractor that serves King County. Our home repair service starts with a 2-hour minimum for a highly skilled craftsmen at $225. Additional time is invoiced at an hourly rate, plus the cost of materials needed. Shirey Home Pro also offers design-build remodels that handle all aspects of your project, from conception through completion. Our goal is to build the kitchen or bath of your dreams. We are here to be your personal contractor for whatever your home needs - no matter how big or small your project is.

"Marvelous, even when we had to return a sink due to a malfunctioning part and begin again with a different sink. We provided the tile, adhesive and grout."

dana e on July 2022

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Heritage Garage Doors Northwest

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Heritage Garage Doors Northwest

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Garage Door Service, Maintenance & Installation Company. Serving all of Western Washington. We do not use subcontractors & have a price match guarantee. Minimum trip charges of $50. 8x7 Garage Doors Installed Starting at $600. 16x7 Garage Doors Installed Starting at $900. Garage Door Openers Installed for as low as $289 Customer Service & Satisfaction is Extreamly Important to us, as it too is a part of our Heritage!

"Steve was recommended by a neighbor who is also in the trades. I called, left a message, he called me back within an hour. After discussing the broken torsion spring and what it would take to replace it - including me sending pictures, he quoted me a very fair price and said he would be able to come do the repair the next day at 10 AM. Next day at 10 AM, there he was on my doorstep. About 40 minutes later the replacement was complete, including some minor adjustments that were also needed, all included in the original quoted price. The door is now working perfectly. I heartily recommend Steve and his business for any and all garage door installations or service."

Owen O on July 2024

Garage Door Service, Maintenance & Installation Company. Serving all of Western Washington. We do not use subcontractors & have a price match guarantee. Minimum trip charges of $50. 8x7 Garage Doors Installed Starting at $600. 16x7 Garage Doors Installed Starting at $900. Garage Door Openers Installed for as low as $289 Customer Service & Satisfaction is Extreamly Important to us, as it too is a part of our Heritage!

"Steve was recommended by a neighbor who is also in the trades. I called, left a message, he called me back within an hour. After discussing the broken torsion spring and what it would take to replace it - including me sending pictures, he quoted me a very fair price and said he would be able to come do the repair the next day at 10 AM. Next day at 10 AM, there he was on my doorstep. About 40 minutes later the replacement was complete, including some minor adjustments that were also needed, all included in the original quoted price. The door is now working perfectly. I heartily recommend Steve and his business for any and all garage door installations or service."

Owen O on July 2024

AGMS Inc

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AGMS Inc

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16 years of experience

We are a professional company with over 20 years experience in the contracting, painting, and janitorial industries. We personally manage every job and carry out the majority of work ourselves. We also use a small network of contractors who have been tried and tested, and who also provide the same high standard of workmanship & service that AGMS Inc offers.

We are a professional company with over 20 years experience in the contracting, painting, and janitorial industries. We personally manage every job and carry out the majority of work ourselves. We also use a small network of contractors who have been tried and tested, and who also provide the same high standard of workmanship & service that AGMS Inc offers.

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Falcon Peak Construction, INC

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Falcon Peak Construction, INC

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20 years of experience

Professional general contractor in Auburn and near by cities

Professional general contractor in Auburn and near by cities

PAINTING BY GALLIO

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PAINTING BY GALLIO

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Customers say: True professional
24 years of experience

OWNER OPERATED. SUBS USED OCCASIONALLY. CHARGES BY THE JOB OR CAN BE HOURLY DEPENDING ON THE JOB.

OWNER OPERATED. SUBS USED OCCASIONALLY. CHARGES BY THE JOB OR CAN BE HOURLY DEPENDING ON THE JOB.

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Brookside Electric LLC

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Brookside Electric LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
21 years of experience

Proudly family-owned and operated for over 40 years, we provide top-quality electrical contracting services for both residential and commercial projects. Our experienced team is dedicated to safety, reliability, and exceptional craftsmanship, ensuring every job is done right the first time. Whether you need expert troubleshooting, new installations, or upgrades, we bring decades of trusted service to your home or business.

"Great guys to work with, very professional. When other companies were weeks even months out , they were there the next day. Will call them back for future projects."

Bob s on May 2024

Proudly family-owned and operated for over 40 years, we provide top-quality electrical contracting services for both residential and commercial projects. Our experienced team is dedicated to safety, reliability, and exceptional craftsmanship, ensuring every job is done right the first time. Whether you need expert troubleshooting, new installations, or upgrades, we bring decades of trusted service to your home or business.

"Great guys to work with, very professional. When other companies were weeks even months out , they were there the next day. Will call them back for future projects."

Bob s on May 2024

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Seattle, WA

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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