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Monk's Home Improvements

1095 Mount Kemble Ave
4.73(
577
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•Approved Pro

Monk's Home Improvements

1095 Mount Kemble Ave
4.73(
577
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
1401 local quotes requested

Along with the Monk's Kitchen & Bath Design Studio, we are a full-service home improvement provider. Monk's will help you plan, design, and purchase everything you need for a remodel. Then our expert craftsmen will install everything and our painters will come and complete the job.

"We had a great experience working with Monk's! we wanted to build an accessible deck that would allow my wife - who uses a wheelchair - to have better access to our backyard. Not only did they help us design and construct a beautiful deck, but they also helped us obtain the permits required."

Sam M on September 2025

Along with the Monk's Kitchen & Bath Design Studio, we are a full-service home improvement provider. Monk's will help you plan, design, and purchase everything you need for a remodel. Then our expert craftsmen will install everything and our painters will come and complete the job.

"We had a great experience working with Monk's! we wanted to build an accessible deck that would allow my wife - who uses a wheelchair - to have better access to our backyard. Not only did they help us design and construct a beautiful deck, but they also helped us obtain the permits required."

Sam M on September 2025

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TRI-STATE BUILDING SPECIALTIES, INC.

845 Towbin Ave
4.27(
11
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TRI-STATE BUILDING SPECIALTIES, INC.

845 Towbin Ave
4.27(
11
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
282 local quotes requested
34 years of experience

Expand your living space with our expert sunroom and patio enclosure remodeling services! We specialize in designing and transforming outdoor areas into beautiful, functional sunrooms and enclosed patios that you can enjoy year-round. Our skilled team delivers high-quality craftsmanship, using durable materials and personalized designs to enhance your home’s comfort and value. Whether you’re looking to create a cozy sunroom or a versatile patio enclosure, we’re committed to making your vision a reality. Contact us today for a free consultation and start planning your dream space!

"First meeting went very smoothly so far had a great experience with Jason Now will be working with Don the project manager."

Dee A on February 2025

Expand your living space with our expert sunroom and patio enclosure remodeling services! We specialize in designing and transforming outdoor areas into beautiful, functional sunrooms and enclosed patios that you can enjoy year-round. Our skilled team delivers high-quality craftsmanship, using durable materials and personalized designs to enhance your home’s comfort and value. Whether you’re looking to create a cozy sunroom or a versatile patio enclosure, we’re committed to making your vision a reality. Contact us today for a free consultation and start planning your dream space!

"First meeting went very smoothly so far had a great experience with Jason Now will be working with Don the project manager."

Dee A on February 2025

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Dynamic Design & Remodeling

500 Post Road East
5.00(
11
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•Approved Pro

Dynamic Design & Remodeling

500 Post Road East
5.00(
11
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
360 local quotes requested

From start to finish let us help you with your home renovation and home remodeling project. Whether you need your kitchen remodeled, your bathroom remodeled, a roofing project or any other home improvement project completed, our licensed home renovation contractors will be with you every step of the way. We are happy to provide design work for your kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms, basements or any other home project you are seeking. We will provide you with multiple photo realistic renderings and 360 degree views as well as complete floor plans and elevation maps so you can see your vision brought to life before the project begins. We take a comprehensive approach to your home renovation project, guiding you along the way, so that we come in on time and on budget. We pride ourselves on three things that set our work apart from all the rest. Communication. We will provide a detailed estimate and keep you updated throughout the entire project so you are confident in our process and are never left wondering where we are on the timeline. Highly skilled craftsmanship. Our licensed, experienced, and insured home remodeling contractors with direct references will ensure you get the highest quality of work for your project. Competitive pricing. With detailed and transparent pricing estimates we will deliver quality results at competitive prices. We are excited to work with you to bring your home remodeling vision to life. Contact us today for your estimate and to make your vision a reality.

"Justin, Jessica, and the whole Dynamic team were exceptional from start to finish. After shopping around, they offered the best price for our wall repairs, communicated well throughout, and the final product was better than we could have hoped for. we will definitely be using them in the future!"

James P on September 2025

From start to finish let us help you with your home renovation and home remodeling project. Whether you need your kitchen remodeled, your bathroom remodeled, a roofing project or any other home improvement project completed, our licensed home renovation contractors will be with you every step of the way. We are happy to provide design work for your kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms, basements or any other home project you are seeking. We will provide you with multiple photo realistic renderings and 360 degree views as well as complete floor plans and elevation maps so you can see your vision brought to life before the project begins. We take a comprehensive approach to your home renovation project, guiding you along the way, so that we come in on time and on budget. We pride ourselves on three things that set our work apart from all the rest. Communication. We will provide a detailed estimate and keep you updated throughout the entire project so you are confident in our process and are never left wondering where we are on the timeline. Highly skilled craftsmanship. Our licensed, experienced, and insured home remodeling contractors with direct references will ensure you get the highest quality of work for your project. Competitive pricing. With detailed and transparent pricing estimates we will deliver quality results at competitive prices. We are excited to work with you to bring your home remodeling vision to life. Contact us today for your estimate and to make your vision a reality.

"Justin, Jessica, and the whole Dynamic team were exceptional from start to finish. After shopping around, they offered the best price for our wall repairs, communicated well throughout, and the final product was better than we could have hoped for. we will definitely be using them in the future!"

James P on September 2025

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Indigo Construction Co.

4.93(
14
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•Approved Pro

Indigo Construction Co.

4.93(
14
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We offer full service design and construction needs. Which encompasses the clients design through collaboration, experience, and quality work. Our service ranges from interior renovations, additions, kitchens, basements, and bathrooms to trim work, custom cabinetry, tables, bar tops, doors and windows. Our owner and operator, Ryan has over twenty -years experience in the construction industry. His background in architecture, design, construction, and project management sets him apart from other competitors. He'll tell his clients, "it all starts with a sketch, from there anything is possible". For your next project, go with Indigo!

"Ryan was really easy to work with. Listened to everything we needed done and did it how we asked. Also very accommodating and communication was easy and simple."

Hemin R on September 2025

We offer full service design and construction needs. Which encompasses the clients design through collaboration, experience, and quality work. Our service ranges from interior renovations, additions, kitchens, basements, and bathrooms to trim work, custom cabinetry, tables, bar tops, doors and windows. Our owner and operator, Ryan has over twenty -years experience in the construction industry. His background in architecture, design, construction, and project management sets him apart from other competitors. He'll tell his clients, "it all starts with a sketch, from there anything is possible". For your next project, go with Indigo!

"Ryan was really easy to work with. Listened to everything we needed done and did it how we asked. Also very accommodating and communication was easy and simple."

Hemin R on September 2025

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Legacy Construction & Landscaping

31 Martin Luther King Avenue
5.00(
3
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•Approved Pro

Legacy Construction & Landscaping

31 Martin Luther King Avenue
5.00(
3
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
585 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Ed and Jaime basically set us up in our new home! It would have been challenging to accommodate all the things Legacy did for us through another contractor. Their work is great but above all they are just solid reliable people you can trust. I appreciate Ed’s honesty and professionalism in ensuring all the moving pieces get done. I had the opportunity to hire few other contractors for separate needs and Legacy stood out in their commitment to do right by their customers and more importantly their own people as well. Overall just a great bunch of guys who love what they do and it shows in their performance."

Abhishek c on April 2025

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Ed and Jaime basically set us up in our new home! It would have been challenging to accommodate all the things Legacy did for us through another contractor. Their work is great but above all they are just solid reliable people you can trust. I appreciate Ed’s honesty and professionalism in ensuring all the moving pieces get done. I had the opportunity to hire few other contractors for separate needs and Legacy stood out in their commitment to do right by their customers and more importantly their own people as well. Overall just a great bunch of guys who love what they do and it shows in their performance."

Abhishek c on April 2025

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Homeland Remodeling Group

19 Morning Star Dr
5.00(
16
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•Approved Pro

Homeland Remodeling Group

19 Morning Star Dr
5.00(
16
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3052 local quotes requested

Homeland Remodeling Group is a company that specializes in updating and improving your home in Essex, Morris, Passaic, Bergen, Union, Sussex, and Monmouth counties in New Jersey. We are a general contractor capable of completing all your home improvement and remodeling needs. With over 20 years of experience in the remodeling industry in New Jersey, it is our goal to be your partner in maintaining your home over the years. we specialize in (Roofing, Siding, Kitchen and bath renovation, Stone work and masonry, basement remodeling, & additions. We understand how important it is to give our customers the best value without sacrificing the quality of the job. Your satisfaction is always our priority.

"I love my new home .. We literally touched every room and added a new bathroom and closet. The electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems were updated. We got a new kitchen, new roof, new windows, and new siding. We reframed the front elevation to give the home a more modern look. And we did this during the pandemic. It’s done now and I am very happy."

Allison W on August 2022

Homeland Remodeling Group is a company that specializes in updating and improving your home in Essex, Morris, Passaic, Bergen, Union, Sussex, and Monmouth counties in New Jersey. We are a general contractor capable of completing all your home improvement and remodeling needs. With over 20 years of experience in the remodeling industry in New Jersey, it is our goal to be your partner in maintaining your home over the years. we specialize in (Roofing, Siding, Kitchen and bath renovation, Stone work and masonry, basement remodeling, & additions. We understand how important it is to give our customers the best value without sacrificing the quality of the job. Your satisfaction is always our priority.

"I love my new home .. We literally touched every room and added a new bathroom and closet. The electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems were updated. We got a new kitchen, new roof, new windows, and new siding. We reframed the front elevation to give the home a more modern look. And we did this during the pandemic. It’s done now and I am very happy."

Allison W on August 2022

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D & S Landscaping Inc

120 Alfred St
4.42(
200
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•Approved Pro

D & S Landscaping Inc

120 Alfred St
4.42(
200
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
885 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

Super Service Award winning company on Angi, D&S Landscaping Inc started operating in 1989 and has 35 years of experience in the landscaping, construction and maintenance business. We employ approximately sixteen full time professionals. We service both residential and commercial clients. Our commitment has always been to provide our clients with the highest quality & professional service that exceeds their expectations at affordable prices. This is what makes D&S Landscaping Inc. the obvious choice. Locally owned & operated. Angie's List Super Service Award 2008-2020, 2022, 2023, 2024

"The landscaping of my home needed to be redone. I interviewed a number of Landscapers but after I spoke with Don of D&S Landscaping, Inc., I didn’t contact anyone else. Don told me which shrubs to keep and which to remove. He did a quick sketch of plants he would recommend that would do well in my yard. He showed me pictures of the plants and gave me a very fair written estimate of the cost. He asked for a reasonable deposit and we scheduled a date for the work to be done. He started when he said he would and finished on the same day. His crew is wonderful, polite and very hardworking. They worked from the time they arrived in the morning until early evening adding the unexpected bonus of mowing the back and front yard. Don checked to see that everything was done correctly and to see if I was satisfied. The front looks wonderful and I am more than just satisfied. I would recommend D&S to anyone looking for someone to do landscaping. You won’t be sorry it you do!"

Carole S on October 2024

Super Service Award winning company on Angi, D&S Landscaping Inc started operating in 1989 and has 35 years of experience in the landscaping, construction and maintenance business. We employ approximately sixteen full time professionals. We service both residential and commercial clients. Our commitment has always been to provide our clients with the highest quality & professional service that exceeds their expectations at affordable prices. This is what makes D&S Landscaping Inc. the obvious choice. Locally owned & operated. Angie's List Super Service Award 2008-2020, 2022, 2023, 2024

"The landscaping of my home needed to be redone. I interviewed a number of Landscapers but after I spoke with Don of D&S Landscaping, Inc., I didn’t contact anyone else. Don told me which shrubs to keep and which to remove. He did a quick sketch of plants he would recommend that would do well in my yard. He showed me pictures of the plants and gave me a very fair written estimate of the cost. He asked for a reasonable deposit and we scheduled a date for the work to be done. He started when he said he would and finished on the same day. His crew is wonderful, polite and very hardworking. They worked from the time they arrived in the morning until early evening adding the unexpected bonus of mowing the back and front yard. Don checked to see that everything was done correctly and to see if I was satisfied. The front looks wonderful and I am more than just satisfied. I would recommend D&S to anyone looking for someone to do landscaping. You won’t be sorry it you do!"

Carole S on October 2024

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AJ Express Construction

606 Jackson Ave
5.00(
3
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•Approved Pro

AJ Express Construction

606 Jackson Ave
5.00(
3
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
771 local quotes requested

The AJ Express Construction group is a construction company established in 2010 and is a general contractor offering construction services in general. We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"The work done was phenomenal and we couldn't have asked for a better front deck. We had an old rotted, wood front deck that was falling apart and way out of code. They came by, assessed the area with proper measurements, demolished and redid a whole new Trek and vinyl railings front deck. They worked well with my wife and I's desires and we couldn't be happier. Due to Covid, materials took much longer than expected, but once it was all said and done it was worth the wait. Jarci kept in great communication with us and made sure when the materials would come in and what would be done in the project. Definitely would hire again."

Jonovan R on January 2021

The AJ Express Construction group is a construction company established in 2010 and is a general contractor offering construction services in general. We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"The work done was phenomenal and we couldn't have asked for a better front deck. We had an old rotted, wood front deck that was falling apart and way out of code. They came by, assessed the area with proper measurements, demolished and redid a whole new Trek and vinyl railings front deck. They worked well with my wife and I's desires and we couldn't be happier. Due to Covid, materials took much longer than expected, but once it was all said and done it was worth the wait. Jarci kept in great communication with us and made sure when the materials would come in and what would be done in the project. Definitely would hire again."

Jonovan R on January 2021

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National Home Improvements

534 Boulevard
4.82(
230
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•Approved Pro

National Home Improvements

534 Boulevard
4.82(
230
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
1531 local quotes requested

National Home Improvements specializes in the installation windows, roofing and siding. We are a licensed general contractor in custom renovations, additions remodeling bathrooms and kitchens in New Jersey.. The reputation of quality has named NHI, the choice for custom home improvements. We provide personal attention, create designs that suit your lifestyle and work with the finest materials to make your project a reality. National Home Improvements is family owned with over 20 years of experience. We are built on five pillars: Honesty, Integrity, Customer Satisfaction, Innovation, and Competitive Pricing. The on-going focus has been on customer satisfaction. Additional Email - jbartz@nationalhomeimprovements.com .

"Contacted National Home Improvements regarding leaking patio roof and no follow up response to issue since last year of April 2023. Still awaiting to hear back. Seems like the rain gutter is sagging in the middle of the patio where the two joints meet and water is pooling there and possibly leaking through the seams as illustrated in the photo. Poor design concept. Really disappointed with customer service and quality of product especially for what we have paid for. They clearly don't care about taking care of their customers. I would never hire National Home Improvements again!!!"

Greg S on December 2024

National Home Improvements specializes in the installation windows, roofing and siding. We are a licensed general contractor in custom renovations, additions remodeling bathrooms and kitchens in New Jersey.. The reputation of quality has named NHI, the choice for custom home improvements. We provide personal attention, create designs that suit your lifestyle and work with the finest materials to make your project a reality. National Home Improvements is family owned with over 20 years of experience. We are built on five pillars: Honesty, Integrity, Customer Satisfaction, Innovation, and Competitive Pricing. The on-going focus has been on customer satisfaction. Additional Email - jbartz@nationalhomeimprovements.com .

"Contacted National Home Improvements regarding leaking patio roof and no follow up response to issue since last year of April 2023. Still awaiting to hear back. Seems like the rain gutter is sagging in the middle of the patio where the two joints meet and water is pooling there and possibly leaking through the seams as illustrated in the photo. Poor design concept. Really disappointed with customer service and quality of product especially for what we have paid for. They clearly don't care about taking care of their customers. I would never hire National Home Improvements again!!!"

Greg S on December 2024

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BUILT-WELL BUILDERS, LLC

Washington Township
4.78(
152
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•Approved Pro

BUILT-WELL BUILDERS, LLC

Washington Township
4.78(
152
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
96 local quotes requested

Built-Well Builders offers services in construction, remodeling, architectural design and interior design to both residential and commercial customers in Northern New Jersey. As a fully licensed and insured company with over 30 years of experience, we have garnered the respect of our clients and homeowners as well as industry professionals. Home buyers today want more out of their home than ever before. They want a creative and innovative home with a unique floor plan. At Built-Well, we understand the needs and desires of today’s home owners and buyers. Our homes, additions, and renovations are designed to suit your individual needs while incorporating style, luxury and convenience. Whether you are thinking of a custom home design, a whole house renovation, or a second story addition, Built-Well is uniquely positioned and qualified to provide attentive, expert service by an experienced, talented team from initial concept through construction.

"The best! Keith, Hank, Michael and Grant were a pleasure to work with over the course of several months last year. I have dealt with many contractors, both personally and professionally, and I can tell you that they should be your first call on any project. The work was done on time and on budget. We added some things to the project, but in no way did they push us to add a single additional item. In fact, we added a complete rebuild of the deck after the project had begun and there was no premium on the additional cost as compared to other contractors who know they have a captive audience. They were present at the property nearly every single day of the project, including Saturdays, as opposed to other contractors who simply give the work to subcontractors and check in once or twice a week, at best. In other words, they know what is going on at all times and are able to give guidance and direction to the subs, and us, on site. They are also more than willing to listen and make any adjustments without crushing you with additional costs! And, they actually work and work hard (especially through the brutal, brutal summer heat last year when we lost our air conditioning for a couple of weeks). I have known Keith and the crew for many years and there is nobody else I would trust to complete such an extensive project which included: completely new roof, all new siding, replacement of every single window in the house (which Keith, Hank, Michael and Grant) did personally, new addition (which included replacement of primary first floor structural beam), new primary bath and primary closets, new flooring, whole house painting including ceilings and more. Lastly, they don’t bite off more than they can chew which sets them so far apart from every contractor we have ever dealt with. Personal touch, presence, attentiveness and excellent workmanship. Highly recommend!"

David Y on June 2025

Built-Well Builders offers services in construction, remodeling, architectural design and interior design to both residential and commercial customers in Northern New Jersey. As a fully licensed and insured company with over 30 years of experience, we have garnered the respect of our clients and homeowners as well as industry professionals. Home buyers today want more out of their home than ever before. They want a creative and innovative home with a unique floor plan. At Built-Well, we understand the needs and desires of today’s home owners and buyers. Our homes, additions, and renovations are designed to suit your individual needs while incorporating style, luxury and convenience. Whether you are thinking of a custom home design, a whole house renovation, or a second story addition, Built-Well is uniquely positioned and qualified to provide attentive, expert service by an experienced, talented team from initial concept through construction.

"The best! Keith, Hank, Michael and Grant were a pleasure to work with over the course of several months last year. I have dealt with many contractors, both personally and professionally, and I can tell you that they should be your first call on any project. The work was done on time and on budget. We added some things to the project, but in no way did they push us to add a single additional item. In fact, we added a complete rebuild of the deck after the project had begun and there was no premium on the additional cost as compared to other contractors who know they have a captive audience. They were present at the property nearly every single day of the project, including Saturdays, as opposed to other contractors who simply give the work to subcontractors and check in once or twice a week, at best. In other words, they know what is going on at all times and are able to give guidance and direction to the subs, and us, on site. They are also more than willing to listen and make any adjustments without crushing you with additional costs! And, they actually work and work hard (especially through the brutal, brutal summer heat last year when we lost our air conditioning for a couple of weeks). I have known Keith and the crew for many years and there is nobody else I would trust to complete such an extensive project which included: completely new roof, all new siding, replacement of every single window in the house (which Keith, Hank, Michael and Grant) did personally, new addition (which included replacement of primary first floor structural beam), new primary bath and primary closets, new flooring, whole house painting including ceilings and more. Lastly, they don’t bite off more than they can chew which sets them so far apart from every contractor we have ever dealt with. Personal touch, presence, attentiveness and excellent workmanship. Highly recommend!"

David Y on June 2025

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Westfield, NJ

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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