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Kodak Construction LLC

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Kodak Construction LLC

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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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Llanos Enterprises LLC

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Llanos Enterprises LLC

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

Llanos Enterprises, a family-owned business established in 2013, has over a decade of painting experience, catering to Clark County and neighboring regions. In addition to Interior and Exterior Painting, we also work on home improvements and remodeling services, ensuring comprehensive solutions for your residential or commercial needs.

"Terrific! On time, on budget, and did the extras."

Rob F on April 2024

Llanos Enterprises, a family-owned business established in 2013, has over a decade of painting experience, catering to Clark County and neighboring regions. In addition to Interior and Exterior Painting, we also work on home improvements and remodeling services, ensuring comprehensive solutions for your residential or commercial needs.

"Terrific! On time, on budget, and did the extras."

Rob F on April 2024

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Southerland Remodel & Plumbing Services LLC

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Southerland Remodel & Plumbing Services LLC

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

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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Ace Handyman Services

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Ace Handyman Services

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Customers say: Super punctual
1254 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

Heartwood Builders

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Heartwood Builders

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

DOYLE PAINTING & DECORATING

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DOYLE PAINTING & DECORATING

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Jeffwrightcanfixit

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Jeffwrightcanfixit

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7 years of experience

JeffWrightCanFixIt is your first and best resource for assessing and getting reasonable rates on repairs, maintenance, and any other tasks around the home that have you scratching your head. Don’t pay an overpriced contractor when there is a better solution available with jeffwrightcanfixit

JeffWrightCanFixIt is your first and best resource for assessing and getting reasonable rates on repairs, maintenance, and any other tasks around the home that have you scratching your head. Don’t pay an overpriced contractor when there is a better solution available with jeffwrightcanfixit

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Born to Build Contracting

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Born to Build Contracting

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Carpentry contractor service specializing in window and door upgrades and related remodeling, Interrior finish trim work and energy saving upgrades

Carpentry contractor service specializing in window and door upgrades and related remodeling, Interrior finish trim work and energy saving upgrades

Seattle Patio Covers INC

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Seattle Patio Covers INC

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Seattle Patio Covers, has provided Sunrooms, Solariums, Conservatories, Pool Enclosures, Spa Enclosures, and Patio Covers and Glass Systems to the Greater Seattle area, and Pacific Northwest since 2004.

"I was surprised it only took about 4hours total, even with the last minute change we requested. My biggest concern was not to lose indoor light. Everything turned out beautifully!"

Patt K on September 2020

Seattle Patio Covers, has provided Sunrooms, Solariums, Conservatories, Pool Enclosures, Spa Enclosures, and Patio Covers and Glass Systems to the Greater Seattle area, and Pacific Northwest since 2004.

"I was surprised it only took about 4hours total, even with the last minute change we requested. My biggest concern was not to lose indoor light. Everything turned out beautifully!"

Patt K on September 2020

Access At Home Inc

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Access At Home Inc

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22 years of experience

Remodeling Contractor, Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) Tony Rhodig is a Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist, bonded, licensed, and insured. We provide total solutions that help you live comfortably, safely, and ultimately help you remain in your home longer - no matter the level of your mobility and physical agility. We will assess your home in a free consultation and help you indentify the changes you need. Solutions are as simple as grab bars, door openers, ramps, walkin bathtubs, walkin showers, wider entryways, lifts, and pull-out cabinets for complete accessibility - everyday living easier! We are caring, qualified, experienced, and have undergone complete background checks according to the standards of Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). Access At Home installs quality products where we are the factory authorized distributor. We stand behind our products and workmanship, able to resolve any problems and address any special need.

Remodeling Contractor, Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) Tony Rhodig is a Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist, bonded, licensed, and insured. We provide total solutions that help you live comfortably, safely, and ultimately help you remain in your home longer - no matter the level of your mobility and physical agility. We will assess your home in a free consultation and help you indentify the changes you need. Solutions are as simple as grab bars, door openers, ramps, walkin bathtubs, walkin showers, wider entryways, lifts, and pull-out cabinets for complete accessibility - everyday living easier! We are caring, qualified, experienced, and have undergone complete background checks according to the standards of Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). Access At Home installs quality products where we are the factory authorized distributor. We stand behind our products and workmanship, able to resolve any problems and address any special need.

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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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