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Modern Outdoor Builders LLC

5.00(
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Modern Outdoor Builders LLC

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Professional and on time service. Would recommend to anyone looking for help with their dreams. "

Jesse L on March 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Professional and on time service. Would recommend to anyone looking for help with their dreams. "

Jesse L on March 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!


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Northwest Builders & Renovation, Inc.

4.39(
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Northwest Builders & Renovation, Inc.

4.39(
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Customers say: Super punctual
61 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"northwest builders & renovation did a great job working on my roof and siding. Production team and overall crew was outstanding. Home was left super clean after the work."

Dan S on October 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"northwest builders & renovation did a great job working on my roof and siding. Production team and overall crew was outstanding. Home was left super clean after the work."

Dan S on October 2025


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GreenSun Construction

3.78(
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GreenSun Construction

3.78(
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Customers say: Terrific value
10 local quotes requested
43 years of experience

GreenSun Construction offers experience and expertise in providing a custom solution to your building requirements. For thirty years we have concentrated on giving our clients a rewarding experience in building and remodeling with an emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction.

"They did a good job working through unforseen difficulties. We are very pleased with the final project."

Steve F on January 2025

GreenSun Construction offers experience and expertise in providing a custom solution to your building requirements. For thirty years we have concentrated on giving our clients a rewarding experience in building and remodeling with an emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction.

"They did a good job working through unforseen difficulties. We are very pleased with the final project."

Steve F on January 2025


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OCF Construction Inc

5.00(
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OCF Construction Inc

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
79 local quotes requested

We offer a variety of remodeling services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"The contractor and his team were honest, hardworking, and respectful. They are good people who know their jobs well and completed the work quickly and efficiently."

Fartun A on October 2025

We offer a variety of remodeling services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"The contractor and his team were honest, hardworking, and respectful. They are good people who know their jobs well and completed the work quickly and efficiently."

Fartun A on October 2025


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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
35 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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Opportunity Construction

4.75(
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Opportunity Construction

4.75(
16
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
112 local quotes requested

We are a general contractor that focuses on the customers needs since 2002. Our primary goal is find solutions that fit into the clients time frame and budget. We work on remodels, rental renovations, handy mans services for general maintenance and repairs, drainage and sewer solutions, decking. Emergency Service. Big or small projects welcome. Let us fulfill your desired needs.

"Opportunity Construction will always be my #1 company to go to for my fencing needs. Here's the reason why. First, from start to finish, Dean Currow was very knowledgeable about installation of fencing. He displayed great customer service, professionalism, attention to details, and was so easy to work with. He was prompt; arriving on time each day. Second, his team of workers were exceptional! They were the best; working hard...non stop, until the last steel panel was in place. Opportunity Construction made my dream come true. They are an A++++ company. Last, I couldn't be happier with the installation. The fence looks beautiful, and from all of the drive-bys, I am sure this company will be receiving a few more calls."

patti B on June 2025

We are a general contractor that focuses on the customers needs since 2002. Our primary goal is find solutions that fit into the clients time frame and budget. We work on remodels, rental renovations, handy mans services for general maintenance and repairs, drainage and sewer solutions, decking. Emergency Service. Big or small projects welcome. Let us fulfill your desired needs.

"Opportunity Construction will always be my #1 company to go to for my fencing needs. Here's the reason why. First, from start to finish, Dean Currow was very knowledgeable about installation of fencing. He displayed great customer service, professionalism, attention to details, and was so easy to work with. He was prompt; arriving on time each day. Second, his team of workers were exceptional! They were the best; working hard...non stop, until the last steel panel was in place. Opportunity Construction made my dream come true. They are an A++++ company. Last, I couldn't be happier with the installation. The fence looks beautiful, and from all of the drive-bys, I am sure this company will be receiving a few more calls."

patti B on June 2025


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Legacy Construction

5.00(
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Legacy Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
99 local quotes requested

At Legacy Construction we pride ourselves in honesty and integrity. Our projects reflect on our legacy for many generations to come. Family owned and operated with over 75 years of combined experience in all phases of residential/commercial construction, whether it be a remodel or a new build we complete our projects with a foreman/owner onsite daily. From small handyman projects to a 40,000 square foot tenant improvements one call does it all. We pride ourselves on staying within budget and keeping deadlines as promised.

"First off, we love our new decks! After 7 years of being scared to go out on our deck we can finally enjoy it. Everyone that helped and worked to get everything done was awesome. Bryce and Brady were both super nice and worked super hard. Bill was great to communicate with and would throughly go over any questions we had. We will definitely be using Legacy Construction again and highly recommend them to everyone!"

Michelle B on July 2025

At Legacy Construction we pride ourselves in honesty and integrity. Our projects reflect on our legacy for many generations to come. Family owned and operated with over 75 years of combined experience in all phases of residential/commercial construction, whether it be a remodel or a new build we complete our projects with a foreman/owner onsite daily. From small handyman projects to a 40,000 square foot tenant improvements one call does it all. We pride ourselves on staying within budget and keeping deadlines as promised.

"First off, we love our new decks! After 7 years of being scared to go out on our deck we can finally enjoy it. Everyone that helped and worked to get everything done was awesome. Bryce and Brady were both super nice and worked super hard. Bill was great to communicate with and would throughly go over any questions we had. We will definitely be using Legacy Construction again and highly recommend them to everyone!"

Michelle B on July 2025


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D&A Interior Solutions

5.00(
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D&A Interior Solutions

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1005 local quotes requested

We specialize in interior and exterior painting, drywall, tile work, full bathrooms, full kitchens, flooring, trim, plumbing, etc. we pride ourselves for our high quality work for reasonable pricing and outstanding customer service. We are an up and coming business but have 6+ years of experience.

"Reliable and professional experience working with Devon and his crew. Would hire again and highly recommended!! Thank you!"

Mike l on November 2023

We specialize in interior and exterior painting, drywall, tile work, full bathrooms, full kitchens, flooring, trim, plumbing, etc. we pride ourselves for our high quality work for reasonable pricing and outstanding customer service. We are an up and coming business but have 6+ years of experience.

"Reliable and professional experience working with Devon and his crew. Would hire again and highly recommended!! Thank you!"

Mike l on November 2023


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Dario's Renovation

5.00(
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Dario's Renovation

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1593 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Floors look great. Reasonable price."

Karen P on March 2025

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Floors look great. Reasonable price."

Karen P on March 2025

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Tacoma, 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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