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Johnson Custom Builders
4.9(
102
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ryan and his crew did a great job building out Car Port. From the first time we talked to a completed project was about 6 or 7 weeks. He and his crew were very professional and, came on time, and exceeded my expectations with respect to the quality, time to finish, etc. Ryan also collaborated with another team of professionals that were contracted to place Solar Pannels onto the Car Port that was just completed. He made sure that all of their requirements and spec were addressed while building the Car Port. THANK YOU Ryan and Co!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+75

Response time11 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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SmartDecks LLC
4.4(
45
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have a split-level house, and my deck is on the 2nd story. I didn't want to deal with building one myself, so I decided to hire a contractor. I found PlanTrak on HomeAdvisor, and am glad I did. I hired them to build me a fairly simple 12' x 16' deck, and they did not disappoint. Dave came out in February to give me an estimate of what the job would cost. I had several contractors provide estimates, and PlanTrak's was in the middle. I chose PlanTrak because Dave was very knowledgeable and personable. He answered all my questions competently and ensured me my requests would be completed. We scheduled to start construction at the beginning of May. These guys are busy, and they didn't actually start until May 13. It wasn't a problem for me, honestly. I wasn't bound by any time constraints, and delays are not uncommon when it comes to hiring contractors, especially when you book so far out. Justin and Roman(?) actually performed the work, and it only took them 5 days to demo and haul away my old deck and build and finish the new deck, including a Saturday. They were very polite, and performed their work competently, and the finish is excellent. The materials they chose were top notch - my cedar decking is premium quality, and beautiful. After the work was complete, Dave came out and did a walkthrough with me to make sure I was satisfied. I only pointed out a couple small things from the demo, and Dave quickly took care of them without issue. I was 100% satisfied when he left. As a homeowner, I'm really grateful for contractors with PlanTrak's integrity and professionalism. My family and I have been enjoying our new deck daily since it was built. This is definitely a decision I'm happy to have made. I'm seriously considering using PlanTrak to build me a permanent awning in the future."
Patio Roof with Fireplace
Patio Roof with Fireplace
Big Waterproof deck
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Iron Earth Construction LLC
5.0(
4
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They quickly assessed the situation, gave a reasonable quote, and were very proficient and professional. My condo unit was under contract and a water leak caused by another unit needed to be repaired asap and they did it. Also kept me well informed."
Before
During rooftop build
Rooftop Deck during
AFter
Installation of Euro Fencing

+43

Response time3 days
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Alexander's Custom Homes, Inc.
0.5(
3
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

When you are planning a remodeling project, or the building of a custom home, the selection of the team of specialists who will turn your dream into reality is an important one. They must share your vision and be meticulous in carrying it out and, most importantly, be obsessively committed to the quality of the finished product. The success of a job well done is measured in the last 10% of a project where attention to detail and concern for quality is paramount. Contact Alexander�s Custom Homes, Inc., to make your dream a reality. \n\n\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Your Decks Next
4.6(
66
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

"This company was a pleasure to work with -- from the time of initial planning and estimate until completion. They are very professional, personable -- and (best yet) gave us good advice, while listening to us and building the deck we needed. They were flexible and accommodated changes identified as the deck became a reality. Additionally, they installed a much-needed french drain. We are an extremely satisfied customer."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Modern Outdoor Builders LLC
5.0(
18
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"Fantastic work! I hired Modern Outdoor to replace a fence and create a beautiful patio in my backyard. Not only was the work pristine, these guys are incredibly fast. Would recommend to everyone!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Eco Star Remodeling & Construction
4.8(
143
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our garage conversion went off without a hitch, and I credit that entirely to Foster and his team. From day one, he listened to our needs and came up with a design that maximized every square foot. The finished space has a small kitchenette, a bathroom, and a fold-out bed for guests, making it perfect for both short-term visitors and long stays. The build quality is excellent, solid, well insulated, and thoughtfully finished. Foster crew was polite, professional, and kept the work on schedule, something we have never experienced before in a renovation."
Response time2 days
Recommended by3%of homeowners
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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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