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Lee Dickerson & Son
4.9(
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Serving Shrewsbury, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"High standards for doing things the right way. Went above and beyond expectations. Work and materials were outstanding. I would highly recommend them for decks or any remodel work.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Highpoint Remodeling LLC
4.4(
55
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Serving Shrewsbury, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was done in a very professional and expertly manner. The owner Chris has top quality artisans working for him. Especially Scott, who was very polite and gave off a feeling of being very engaged in his work with respect to detail and caring about what he did.
Scott explained what and how he was going to do the work and he strived for a finished product that was at his standards and
at the same time made sure the home owner was happy. Every step of the way was carefully thought out and when they found
rotted wood and stopped and told me that the job will be extended another day or more. They stressed we have to make
this right since they saw poor prior workmanship and discussed what had to be done. 
To sum it up - This company does excellent work, has high standards, talented workers with a great attitude, and integrity. I thank 
Chris and his crew for a great experience.
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Roofing
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Sherman Builders LLC
4.7(
15
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Serving Shrewsbury, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

"GREAT contractor; just look at this deck!! Don Sherman Builders LLC is my contractor of choice from now on! We had a very old TREX deck off the back of our sunroom, very small- it was on a second story- very high off the ground. We wanted to increase the size of the deck but since our sunroom was a weird shape, we had no idea how we were going to do this and have a decent looking set of stairs go down to the patio below. Don came in and had it figured out quickly, gave us a good drawn-out plan with measurements noted, and a fair price. Through the course of the job he communicated well and I never had to wonder...is he going to be here today or not? Is this going to get done or not? Every change or upgrade in the project was written out and added to the original four corners of our agreement; nothing was left to a "guesstimate".Don is very up front that he is "semi-retired" and works from about 10-3pm daily. He loves what he does and it shows!"
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
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+18

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Myriad Home Improvement & Handyman Services LLC
4.2(
1,728
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Serving Shrewsbury, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

"Had used their tech Fred twice before with no problems. They were very responsive but other tech scheduled had urgent dental work. Rescheduled three more weeks out with other tech. Had headphones in and did not hear knock or call. Rescheduled and I mistook date and was in Maine when they arrived. Since I was outside their usual area I felt it better to cancel project since I only had six months lease. They stated would refund, and I will appreciate since I am a senior in fixed income."
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
Colmar Contracting
4.7(
7
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Serving Shrewsbury, PA and surrounding areas

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Colmar Contracting\n\n\nColmar Contracting is your best choice for a professional home improvements company providing complete interior and exterior remodeling and building services.\n\nOur experienced team of contractors are ready to assist you with all of your home improvement needs including Painting, Tile, Kitchens & Baths, Basement Remodeling, Additions, Garages, Windows & Doors, Siding, Ceiling Fan & Light installations, Electrical Upgrades, Patios, Decks and Hardscapes.\n\nAt Colmar Contracting we understand that out of all of the jobs we do the most important one is yours and that is why you will receive 100% of our time, energy and effort until you are completly satisfied.\n\nModern building techniques combined with the best materials and old fashion craftsmanship guarantees a completed project you will be very happy with.\n\nWe look forward to working with you on your next home improvement project. Call us for your free estimate today

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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" DO IT TO IT " Handyman
5.0(
4
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Serving Shrewsbury, PA and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Handyman Service Home Improvement. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

Handicap Ramp
Rusty Hooch
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Handicap Ramp
Handicap Ramp

+68

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Red Well Construction LLC
4.9(
7
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Serving Shrewsbury, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amos had done a previous job for us but after it was done, we realized there was some additional work required.  He was busy but we found a time that worked and had him come back and do that additional work as well.  Quality work.  He and his team do a great job on-site.  They are on-time, very efficient, courteous and professional.  And they always leave a clean job site.  I wish more people had their manners.  They even helped me carry in a Christmas tree and get it set up in the stand."
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Ashley Home Improvement
4.3(
7
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Serving Shrewsbury, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chad was a bit slow on the response initially, but with all the snow we had, it was understandable, just a bit of a hiccup at the beginning.  Once he got started, he worked some long days getting all the misc things completed.  Even made several trips back to the box store for items I picked up but were wrong.  I added a couple of things to his list after he started and he worked them in without a problem.
Next phase will be a bigger bite but waiting until the weather warms up as the house will be open during that time.  I will continue to use Chad a lot going forward."
Kitchen Remodel
Paver Patio
Split Rail Fence
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Five Star Contracting llc.
4.3(
6
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Serving Shrewsbury, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bathroom needed updated and Five Star was able to complete the project in a week. They addressed issues that came up unexpectedly, while also keeping to my budget. They were great to work with as they paid attention to the small details to make my bath appear larger than what it was like moving towel bar, using large patterns, added extra lighting, and installed wall mirrors. Work was clean, professional, and reasonable. Would def. hire again!"
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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Shrewsbury, PA

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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