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Long Fence
3.9(
226
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In business since 1945

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Initial rep was great and informative. Felt comfortable with initial sale. Hardly had any contact from customer service except for the payments. There were several delays that we were not informed about unless we called to ask. Took 7 months before they showed up to begin project. Only 1 person was sent to build steps. Took a week. Hard worked, hardly took a break. Had to call again to see when they would come to pour patio. Never knew when they were coming, they just showed up. Hardly spoke with the homeowners. Inspection paperwork was just left on porch. Additional paperwork that is "required by the County" had to be completed by homeowner and taken to Court house to be notarized and filed and also provide a copy back to Long Fence. Time sensitive materials which added to homeowners to-do list. Gave this contract to LF on the surface of their history and appearance of a 'good local company' but should have stayed with original contactors in VA. Puddle of water forms when it rains"
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Renovations By Ed
4.8(
17
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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First experience with Renovations by Ed; a fantastic first experience. Professional, wonderful craftsmanship. He and his contractors hav given me a great sense of trust for future work."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Stavropoulos Associates
New to Angi

In business since 1973

Stavropoulos Associates Architects + Builders specializes in taking projects from conceptual design through construction management. We serve clients in a broad geographic area and offer comprehensive professional services. Stavropoulos Associates is committed to the highest professional standard and we regard design as a problem solving discipline undertaken and followed up by meticulous technical work. The results are timely, affordable, and practical, yet they often transcend the ordinary.

P. L. Johnson Construction, Inc.
New to Angi

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We're a small company of 5 employees, by contracting us I always assure my customers that they would see me (Phillip L. Johnson-President)or a direct employee, day in and day out, doing your work, not a parade of subcontractors you didn't know. My company, as a small, tightly run organization, will avoid these typical contractor problems and give you a peace of mind.

Teisfer Painting and Home Renovations
New to Angi

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Family owned business with over 12 years of providing excellent painting and home improvement top quality services to our customers at fair prices.

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American Custom Contractors Inc
4.9(
89
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In business since 1972

Free estimates

"We had a wonderful experience working with Fon Nanudon at American Custom Contractors in Rockville, MD. Fon is friendly, knowledgeable, responsive, and professional. His follow-up and follow-through are outstanding — he truly goes above and beyond to take care of his customers. If you have roofing, windows, gutter, or siding needs, I highly recommend reaching out to American Custom Contractors. You’ll be in great hands!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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MOA Associates Inc
New to Angi

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Registered Architectural firm serving the Baltimore/Washington DC Metro Area

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I. Boyd Home Improvements
5.0(
9
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In business since 1932

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I love the work . They removed hole front roof and installed new front roof, plus new gutter. The craftsmanship was great ."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Robert & Sons Co, Inc.
5.0(
1
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In business since 1984

Free estimates

We are a family owned business; we have been serving Virginia, Maryland and DC since 1984. The owner Robert Flores has over 35 years experience in home improvement.\nWe have prided ourselves on offering creative solutions to a variety of home improvement and home repairs projects as well as top- notch craftsmanship by carpenters and painters.\nOur staff offers quality and reliable services you can count on. In addition, our friendly and professional staff is here to answer any questions you may have about our company or our services.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for second story addition building service projects in Washington DC, DC

For many homeowners, building up is worth the expense because it provides the extra bedrooms or living areas that can’t be accommodated within the existing footprint. A larger, updated home often commands a higher resale price, recouping a sizable share of the project cost while allowing you to stay in the neighborhood you love. Run the numbers with a real estate agent and contractor to ensure the expected return and day-to-day benefits align with your goals.

Whether it makes more sense to build up or out depends on your lot, budget, and local code. Building up preserves yard space and involves less foundation work, but you may need to vacate the home during construction. Building out avoids staircases and can proceed while you stay put; however, it encroaches on the yard and may face setback limits. Compare both options with your contractor before making a decision.

A structural engineer will first inspect the existing foundation for cracks, footings, and load capacity. Depending on the findings, the crew may pour new concrete footings, install steel or concrete piers, add reinforced beams, or tie additional rebar into the slab. These upgrades redistribute the weight of the new floor and bring the structure up to code. Your contractor will outline the specific reinforcement plan and timeline once the engineering report is complete.

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