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Avatar for Southerland Remodel & Plumbing Services LLC

Southerland Remodel & Plumbing Services LLC

16100 Northeast Charlson Drive
4.84(
25
)
Approved Pro

Southerland Remodel & Plumbing Services LLC

16100 Northeast Charlson Drive
4.84(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 local quotes requested

We love to repair and fix homes. Build that special room or garage for you. Change out Appliances and do Gas lines to new appliances. Repair plumbing and change out Plumbing fixtures. Build custom showers and bathroom remodels. Kitchen guts and start overs or just updating. Detach garage building and pole buildings. Water heaters, Handyman services.

"Very fast and did a great job. He even offered to do the sheet rock job also. Very handy guy."

Del G on March 2023

We love to repair and fix homes. Build that special room or garage for you. Change out Appliances and do Gas lines to new appliances. Repair plumbing and change out Plumbing fixtures. Build custom showers and bathroom remodels. Kitchen guts and start overs or just updating. Detach garage building and pole buildings. Water heaters, Handyman services.

"Very fast and did a great job. He even offered to do the sheet rock job also. Very handy guy."

Del G on March 2023


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Kodak Construction LLC

15 NW 12th St Unit 4
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro

Kodak Construction LLC

15 NW 12th St Unit 4
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Kodak Construction, we specialize in transforming your spaces and enhancing your property's value with top-tier remodeling and construction services. With years of experience in the industry, our dedicated team is committed to delivering quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer service for all your home improvement needs. Our Services Include: - Outbuildings/shops - Building Remodels - Patio Covers - Concrete Work - Siding Installation - Deck Construction - Fencing Solutions Why Choose Us? - Experienced professionals dedicated to quality - Customized solutions tailored to your needs - Competitive pricing and transparent estimates - Commitment to safety and compliance with all regulations Let us help you create the space of your dreams! Contact Kodak Construction today for a free consultation and see how we can turn your ideas into reality. Your satisfaction is our mission!

"The soffit work Daniel and Eddie completed on our home is extremely satisfactory. The quality of the materials and the craftsmanship are top-notch. The new soffits look amazing and have improved the appearance of the house. The entire experience was great."

Katrina L on May 2025

At Kodak Construction, we specialize in transforming your spaces and enhancing your property's value with top-tier remodeling and construction services. With years of experience in the industry, our dedicated team is committed to delivering quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer service for all your home improvement needs. Our Services Include: - Outbuildings/shops - Building Remodels - Patio Covers - Concrete Work - Siding Installation - Deck Construction - Fencing Solutions Why Choose Us? - Experienced professionals dedicated to quality - Customized solutions tailored to your needs - Competitive pricing and transparent estimates - Commitment to safety and compliance with all regulations Let us help you create the space of your dreams! Contact Kodak Construction today for a free consultation and see how we can turn your ideas into reality. Your satisfaction is our mission!

"The soffit work Daniel and Eddie completed on our home is extremely satisfactory. The quality of the materials and the craftsmanship are top-notch. The new soffits look amazing and have improved the appearance of the house. The entire experience was great."

Katrina L on May 2025


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Sokol Construction LLC

5017 NE 128th Court
4.97(
34
)
Approved Pro

Sokol Construction LLC

5017 NE 128th Court
4.97(
34
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
145 local quotes requested

Sokol Construction LLC is Vancouver, WA based, family owned business since 2002! We always provides free estimates.

"Paul was always fast to respond with messages and answer all of our questions. He was polite, showed up and left on time, left the work area clean when he was finished, and did a complete tear down and rebuild in only 2 days! HIs bid was the lowest but his work is excellent. We will definitely call Paul (who had his son working with him) again for any of our future jobs. Highly highly highly recommend!"

Glenda W on August 2025

Sokol Construction LLC is Vancouver, WA based, family owned business since 2002! We always provides free estimates.

"Paul was always fast to respond with messages and answer all of our questions. He was polite, showed up and left on time, left the work area clean when he was finished, and did a complete tear down and rebuild in only 2 days! HIs bid was the lowest but his work is excellent. We will definitely call Paul (who had his son working with him) again for any of our future jobs. Highly highly highly recommend!"

Glenda W on August 2025


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All American Deck & Fencing

PO Box 1412
4.96(
77
)
Approved Pro

All American Deck & Fencing

PO Box 1412
4.96(
77
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
208 local quotes requested

Wherever I am building a deck or fence, I’m proud to provide the customer old-fashioned values and quality work. Three main values that I’m proud to stand by are integrity, durability, & craftsmanship. We specialize in building custom decks and fences with a wide range of materials and styles.

"Nathaniel was amazing!! They took five days to do the project. First 2 days were tearing out the old fence and setting the posts. They kept us informed of progress throughout the project. Finished up on day 5 with building and installing the two gates. They were very professional and cleaned up everything from the yard. The new fence is absolutely amazing! They had very good pricing as well coming in much lower than the other quote I received. Great craftsmanship! We could not be happier."

Jason H on June 2025

Wherever I am building a deck or fence, I’m proud to provide the customer old-fashioned values and quality work. Three main values that I’m proud to stand by are integrity, durability, & craftsmanship. We specialize in building custom decks and fences with a wide range of materials and styles.

"Nathaniel was amazing!! They took five days to do the project. First 2 days were tearing out the old fence and setting the posts. They kept us informed of progress throughout the project. Finished up on day 5 with building and installing the two gates. They were very professional and cleaned up everything from the yard. The new fence is absolutely amazing! They had very good pricing as well coming in much lower than the other quote I received. Great craftsmanship! We could not be happier."

Jason H on June 2025


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Almighty Building & Services I

PO Box 1916
5.00(
17
)
Approved Pro

Almighty Building & Services I

PO Box 1916
5.00(
17
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
427 local quotes requested

Welcome to our premier Almighty contracting firm, where excellence meets versatility. We specialize in remodels, home additions, kitchen and bath remodels, concrete driveways, patios, masonry, exterior siding, window and door installation, roofing, leaf and gutter services, drywall, fencing, decks, interior and exterior painting, tree services, caulking and sealing, floor coverings, trim and mill work, plumbing, drainage, and electrical work. Our commitment to superior craftsmanship and exceptional customer service ensures your complete satisfaction. Contact us today for a consultation.

"The work came out gorgeous! Julien really listened to what I wanted from the space and it turned out even better than expected. It also really increased the amount of usable space in my house. I'm really happy with how everything came out!"

Lysa m on July 2025

Welcome to our premier Almighty contracting firm, where excellence meets versatility. We specialize in remodels, home additions, kitchen and bath remodels, concrete driveways, patios, masonry, exterior siding, window and door installation, roofing, leaf and gutter services, drywall, fencing, decks, interior and exterior painting, tree services, caulking and sealing, floor coverings, trim and mill work, plumbing, drainage, and electrical work. Our commitment to superior craftsmanship and exceptional customer service ensures your complete satisfaction. Contact us today for a consultation.

"The work came out gorgeous! Julien really listened to what I wanted from the space and it turned out even better than expected. It also really increased the amount of usable space in my house. I'm really happy with how everything came out!"

Lysa m on July 2025


Superior Building Concepts LLC

10112 NE 61st Circle
4.98(
44
)
Approved Pro

Superior Building Concepts LLC

10112 NE 61st Circle
4.98(
44
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
340 local quotes requested

Using Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical Subcontractors. Superior Building Concepts LLC is a licensed, bonded, and insured general contractor serving both Washington and Oregon. Based in Vancouver WA, we specialize in residential and light commercial new construction and remodeling. Through an ongoing commitment to excellent quality work for our clients, we have achieved a solid reputation of providing superior construction services.

"Stan and his crew did a beautiful, thorough, clean and detailed job rebuilding our 14x30 ft deck. He walked us through the whole process in buying trek, what to look out for and he did such a great job that my neighbors across the street hired him for their deck. Stan has done so many projects around our house (remodeled bathroom, replaced door wall, front door, replaced some of our siding and so much more) and we’ve been so pleased with everything he’s touched, it’s a no brained we let him do our deck too. You’ll never be disappointed. He doesn’t change the price on you mid project and he’s very reliable and always finishes when he says he will."

Janet D on April 2025

Using Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical Subcontractors. Superior Building Concepts LLC is a licensed, bonded, and insured general contractor serving both Washington and Oregon. Based in Vancouver WA, we specialize in residential and light commercial new construction and remodeling. Through an ongoing commitment to excellent quality work for our clients, we have achieved a solid reputation of providing superior construction services.

"Stan and his crew did a beautiful, thorough, clean and detailed job rebuilding our 14x30 ft deck. He walked us through the whole process in buying trek, what to look out for and he did such a great job that my neighbors across the street hired him for their deck. Stan has done so many projects around our house (remodeled bathroom, replaced door wall, front door, replaced some of our siding and so much more) and we’ve been so pleased with everything he’s touched, it’s a no brained we let him do our deck too. You’ll never be disappointed. He doesn’t change the price on you mid project and he’s very reliable and always finishes when he says he will."

Janet D on April 2025


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Precise Remodeling

7211 Se Harmony Rd #159
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro

Precise Remodeling

7211 Se Harmony Rd #159
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
155 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a remodeling contractor 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. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"It went great. He had amazing communication and got the job done quickly and well"

Itzael r on December 2024

Our mission is to be a remodeling contractor 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. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"It went great. He had amazing communication and got the job done quickly and well"

Itzael r on December 2024


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Heirloom Homes LLC

5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro

Heirloom Homes LLC

5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
226 local quotes requested

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!

"Heirloom Homes, led by their foreman Jason, exceeded our expectations in every way. What started as a simple trim and wall painting project quickly evolved into a full-scale home remodel—simply because of Jason’s commitment to quality and craftsmanship. From the beginning, his attention to detail and high standards were obvious. He was very firm with all the contractors he brought in in a way we could NEVER do. As we saw his work come to life, we kept adding new projects, confident that he would deliver nothing short of excellence. Before we knew it, our entire home had been transformed. Jason seamlessly blended old with new, ensuring that every addition fit perfectly with the vintage farmhouse aesthetic we love. The kitchen remodel was especially impressive—he custom-built additional cabinets to match our existing ones, applied a beautiful patina finish, leveled the floors, installed new flooring, upgraded the sink and lighting fixtures, and even designed a custom dining table to complement the space. The bathrooms were just as stunning, with completely remodeled spaces, crazy good tile work, and a breathtaking floor-to-ceiling steam shower (we LOVE it!) Beyond the big projects, Jason and his team handled everything from custom motorized window shades to new stairs, complete interior and exterior painting, and countless other details that elevated our home to a whole new level. If you’re looking for a contractor who truly cares about quality, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction, we can’t recommend Heirloom Homes enough. Jason has an incredible eye for detail and the ability to bring a vision to life while maintaining the character of a home. We are beyond thrilled with the results and grateful for the care and expertise he put into every part of our renovation."

Matt W on February 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!

"Heirloom Homes, led by their foreman Jason, exceeded our expectations in every way. What started as a simple trim and wall painting project quickly evolved into a full-scale home remodel—simply because of Jason’s commitment to quality and craftsmanship. From the beginning, his attention to detail and high standards were obvious. He was very firm with all the contractors he brought in in a way we could NEVER do. As we saw his work come to life, we kept adding new projects, confident that he would deliver nothing short of excellence. Before we knew it, our entire home had been transformed. Jason seamlessly blended old with new, ensuring that every addition fit perfectly with the vintage farmhouse aesthetic we love. The kitchen remodel was especially impressive—he custom-built additional cabinets to match our existing ones, applied a beautiful patina finish, leveled the floors, installed new flooring, upgraded the sink and lighting fixtures, and even designed a custom dining table to complement the space. The bathrooms were just as stunning, with completely remodeled spaces, crazy good tile work, and a breathtaking floor-to-ceiling steam shower (we LOVE it!) Beyond the big projects, Jason and his team handled everything from custom motorized window shades to new stairs, complete interior and exterior painting, and countless other details that elevated our home to a whole new level. If you’re looking for a contractor who truly cares about quality, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction, we can’t recommend Heirloom Homes enough. Jason has an incredible eye for detail and the ability to bring a vision to life while maintaining the character of a home. We are beyond thrilled with the results and grateful for the care and expertise he put into every part of our renovation."

Matt W on February 2025


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Baurer Construction & Flooring

845 NE Cleveland Ave
4.91(
64
)
Approved Pro

Baurer Construction & Flooring

845 NE Cleveland Ave
4.91(
64
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
575 local quotes requested

Baurer Construction & Flooring—the same family owned and operated values since 1987. The mission of Baurer Construction & Flooring is to delight clients with high quality products, ideal designs, excellent installation, and a focus on customer relationships. Baurer Construction & Flooring is general contractor who specializes in flooring. We are based out of Gresham, OR, but we are happy to travel to serve our clients needs throughout the PNW. Discover personalized excellence with Baurer Construction & Flooring's custom consulting services. Whether it's a residential construction project or bespoke flooring solutions, our experts guide you from concept to completion. With a commitment to understanding your unique vision, we ensure every detail is thoughtfully incorporated. Baurer's custom consulting delivers precision, creativity, and spaces that authentically reflect your style. Let us bring your ideas to life with dedicated expertise and a focus on exceeding your expectations. From warm hardwoods to tile, our extensive range caters to diverse needs. With meticulous installation and a commitment to enduring quality, our team transforms your floors into statements of style and durability. Discover the timeless beauty of classic materials or the contemporary appeal of modern designs. With Baurer, each step is a testament to craftsmanship and sophistication, ensuring your space is elevated to new heights.

"Looking for a contractor for your remodeling job? We give John Wood five stars. We hired John Wood of JAW Construction to transform a building shell originally intended to be a shop for building trusses into a small house (officially an auxiliary dwelling unit or ADU) and are thrilled we found him. The job required skills that extended beyond new construction to include the insight, skill and craftsmanship of a highly experienced remodeling expert. He possessed these in spades. Beyond his own expertise, he has assembled a set of sub-contractors that are excellent craftsmen in their own areas of expertise. The job was doubly challenging given that for much of the construction period we were out of state getting our old home ready for sale. This also meant that an extra element of trust was involved. John sent us pictures of the progress, so that we could monitor from a distance. In addition, he was able to identify and rectify several flaws in our design. As with any large construction/remodeling project, there were some unexpected expenses that came up, but John worked with us to help limit cost overruns, sometimes foregoing profits. He was also always up front about the costs of the various components. Our new home is gorgeous and reflects his sharp eye for detail. We couldn’t be happier. In short, if you want a highly skilled, trustworthy, hardworking contractor for your large (or small) job, we highly recommend John Wood of JAW Construction."

John S on September 2022

Baurer Construction & Flooring—the same family owned and operated values since 1987. The mission of Baurer Construction & Flooring is to delight clients with high quality products, ideal designs, excellent installation, and a focus on customer relationships. Baurer Construction & Flooring is general contractor who specializes in flooring. We are based out of Gresham, OR, but we are happy to travel to serve our clients needs throughout the PNW. Discover personalized excellence with Baurer Construction & Flooring's custom consulting services. Whether it's a residential construction project or bespoke flooring solutions, our experts guide you from concept to completion. With a commitment to understanding your unique vision, we ensure every detail is thoughtfully incorporated. Baurer's custom consulting delivers precision, creativity, and spaces that authentically reflect your style. Let us bring your ideas to life with dedicated expertise and a focus on exceeding your expectations. From warm hardwoods to tile, our extensive range caters to diverse needs. With meticulous installation and a commitment to enduring quality, our team transforms your floors into statements of style and durability. Discover the timeless beauty of classic materials or the contemporary appeal of modern designs. With Baurer, each step is a testament to craftsmanship and sophistication, ensuring your space is elevated to new heights.

"Looking for a contractor for your remodeling job? We give John Wood five stars. We hired John Wood of JAW Construction to transform a building shell originally intended to be a shop for building trusses into a small house (officially an auxiliary dwelling unit or ADU) and are thrilled we found him. The job required skills that extended beyond new construction to include the insight, skill and craftsmanship of a highly experienced remodeling expert. He possessed these in spades. Beyond his own expertise, he has assembled a set of sub-contractors that are excellent craftsmen in their own areas of expertise. The job was doubly challenging given that for much of the construction period we were out of state getting our old home ready for sale. This also meant that an extra element of trust was involved. John sent us pictures of the progress, so that we could monitor from a distance. In addition, he was able to identify and rectify several flaws in our design. As with any large construction/remodeling project, there were some unexpected expenses that came up, but John worked with us to help limit cost overruns, sometimes foregoing profits. He was also always up front about the costs of the various components. Our new home is gorgeous and reflects his sharp eye for detail. We couldn’t be happier. In short, if you want a highly skilled, trustworthy, hardworking contractor for your large (or small) job, we highly recommend John Wood of JAW Construction."

John S on September 2022


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Ace Handyman Services

7350 SW Landmark Ln
4.49(
509
)
Approved Pro

Ace Handyman Services

7350 SW Landmark Ln
4.49(
509
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1367 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

We are happy to provide handyman, home repair and home improvement services to the broader Portland area - from Oregon City to Scappose and Forest Grove to Gresham, including Lake Oswego, West Linn, Beaverton, and all areas of Portland. Our specialty is anything in and around the home (or business) that takes between two hours and two days to complete. We offer free over-the-phone estimates and firm appointment times to save you time, all our handymen are licensed, bonded, and ensured as our employees, and we guarantee our work for a year.

"I've used Ace Handyman for several years now. Their work is excellent and very professional."

Kumar V on October 2025

We are happy to provide handyman, home repair and home improvement services to the broader Portland area - from Oregon City to Scappose and Forest Grove to Gresham, including Lake Oswego, West Linn, Beaverton, and all areas of Portland. Our specialty is anything in and around the home (or business) that takes between two hours and two days to complete. We offer free over-the-phone estimates and firm appointment times to save you time, all our handymen are licensed, bonded, and ensured as our employees, and we guarantee our work for a year.

"I've used Ace Handyman for several years now. Their work is excellent and very professional."

Kumar V on October 2025

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Vancouver, 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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