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Avatar for JJ's Exteriors
JJ's Exteriors
U.S. 7
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
JJ's Exteriors
U.S. 7
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

We are a local, veteran and women owned and operated exterior company. We believe in transparency, communication integrity, and honesty. We offer competitive pricing, quality work, and minimum of 20 yrs of experience. We employ and collaborate with professionals in different areas, giving us the ability to offer a range of services. We take pride in our work, and strive to serve our customers. We help our customers achieve the exterior goals they are looking for. If it's a job we can't do, we will do our best to find a qualified team that can. We hope we get the opportunity to work with you too!

"Everything went great from start to finish. The office staff was very responsive and answered all of my questions in a timely manner, kept me up to date as to when work was scheduled to be done. I was very impressed with the quality of the work that was completed. The work was completed as promised. I would definitely use JJ’s Exteriors in the future, and highly recommend them for your siding, window and door repairs or replacements."

Gail C on July 2024

We are a local, veteran and women owned and operated exterior company. We believe in transparency, communication integrity, and honesty. We offer competitive pricing, quality work, and minimum of 20 yrs of experience. We employ and collaborate with professionals in different areas, giving us the ability to offer a range of services. We take pride in our work, and strive to serve our customers. We help our customers achieve the exterior goals they are looking for. If it's a job we can't do, we will do our best to find a qualified team that can. We hope we get the opportunity to work with you too!

"Everything went great from start to finish. The office staff was very responsive and answered all of my questions in a timely manner, kept me up to date as to when work was scheduled to be done. I was very impressed with the quality of the work that was completed. The work was completed as promised. I would definitely use JJ’s Exteriors in the future, and highly recommend them for your siding, window and door repairs or replacements."

Gail C on July 2024


Avatar for Tejada's Remodeling Inc
Tejada's Remodeling Inc
5.00(
21
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Approved Pro
Tejada's Remodeling Inc
5.00(
21
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7132 local quotes requested

Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy

"These guys were absolutely amazing. Thank you guys so much for your hard work and helping us out."

Joseph P on May 2025

Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy

"These guys were absolutely amazing. Thank you guys so much for your hard work and helping us out."

Joseph P on May 2025


Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021


Sheridan Renovations
106 Mazza Ct
4.60(
10
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Sheridan Renovations
106 Mazza Ct
4.60(
10
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a growing company and If we can't fix it, it shouldn't be fixed! We do things the correct way, taking pride in our work. We have over 30 years of experience, so we have seen just about everything! Our services range from fixing your Sink, to remodeling your entire home! We specialize in both commercial and residential. For faster service please call or text 802-324-7467

"This was the most money we have ever paid anyone to do anything...ever. The Sheridans had our trust throughout the entire process. They gave an affordable quote and did awesome work. They cleaned up during each stage of the project and always communicated well with me about timing and issues that came up. Our garage dimensions were awkward and not a perfect rectangle by any means - these guys had to craft a kit of workarounds for irregular shapes and curves. Todd and Luke are good human beings with positive attitudes, and care about their integrity and their work. I hope to use them in the future."

Sawyer J on January 2020

We are a growing company and If we can't fix it, it shouldn't be fixed! We do things the correct way, taking pride in our work. We have over 30 years of experience, so we have seen just about everything! Our services range from fixing your Sink, to remodeling your entire home! We specialize in both commercial and residential. For faster service please call or text 802-324-7467

"This was the most money we have ever paid anyone to do anything...ever. The Sheridans had our trust throughout the entire process. They gave an affordable quote and did awesome work. They cleaned up during each stage of the project and always communicated well with me about timing and issues that came up. Our garage dimensions were awkward and not a perfect rectangle by any means - these guys had to craft a kit of workarounds for irregular shapes and curves. Todd and Luke are good human beings with positive attitudes, and care about their integrity and their work. I hope to use them in the future."

Sawyer J on January 2020


CLIFF BROWN CONSTRUCTION
8321 ROUTE 22
No reviews
CLIFF BROWN CONSTRUCTION
8321 ROUTE 22
No reviews
52 years of experience

Insured Contractor, Experienced in all phases of contracting.

Insured Contractor, Experienced in all phases of contracting.


Color Your Carpet
9800 Beach Blvd
4.36(
11
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Color Your Carpet
9800 Beach Blvd
4.36(
11
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Customers say: Quick response
37 years of experience

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.


New Leaf Design, LLC
10600 RT 116 STE 1A
5.00(
2
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New Leaf Design, LLC
10600 RT 116 STE 1A
5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

New Leaf Design is a Home Performance building and remodeling company. We integrate traditional construction services with close attention to envelope improvements and energy savings opportunities.

New Leaf Design is a Home Performance building and remodeling company. We integrate traditional construction services with close attention to envelope improvements and energy savings opportunities.


Artisan Builders & Consulting
237 Riverside Ave
No reviews
Artisan Builders & Consulting
237 Riverside Ave
No reviews
48 years of experience

Small sole proprietor contracting firm with established credentials and plenty of references available. Look at our website at http://artisanbuildersvt.com

Small sole proprietor contracting firm with established credentials and plenty of references available. Look at our website at http://artisanbuildersvt.com


Maison Builders of Vermont, Inc.
24 Bellevue Street
No reviews
Maison Builders of Vermont, Inc.
24 Bellevue Street
No reviews
35 years of experience

Jeff Fraser is a hands-on builder with over 25 years experience and excellent references. Jeff and his family moved to Vermont in 2011 to raise a family in this wonderful and unparalleled setting.

Jeff Fraser is a hands-on builder with over 25 years experience and excellent references. Jeff and his family moved to Vermont in 2011 to raise a family in this wonderful and unparalleled setting.


Paquette Painting
230 Shelburne Rd
No reviews
Paquette Painting
230 Shelburne Rd
No reviews
12 years of experience

Paquette Painting is a small business that provides high quality interior and exterior painting for residential homes. There's a connection to every job we complete and derive much personal satisfaction from our work. There is nothing greater than watching a project come to life and fulfilling the expectations of our customers and ourselves. It is our goal for the customer to be happy and to have a good, lasting experience to gain you as a client for life. Damien Paquette (owner) has years of experience training under some of the most well respected carpenters and painters in the area. Paquette Painting is a small business in its early stages and Damien is the only employee at this time. He uses only experienced subcontractors and former colleagues that share the same values around being detail oriented and producing quality craftsmanship.

Paquette Painting is a small business that provides high quality interior and exterior painting for residential homes. There's a connection to every job we complete and derive much personal satisfaction from our work. There is nothing greater than watching a project come to life and fulfilling the expectations of our customers and ourselves. It is our goal for the customer to be happy and to have a good, lasting experience to gain you as a client for life. Damien Paquette (owner) has years of experience training under some of the most well respected carpenters and painters in the area. Paquette Painting is a small business in its early stages and Damien is the only employee at this time. He uses only experienced subcontractors and former colleagues that share the same values around being detail oriented and producing quality craftsmanship.

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Guest house building services FAQs

In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.

Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.

When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.

How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.

Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.

No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.

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