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Avatar for Hess and Son Construction

Hess and Son Construction

Surrounding Areas
4.65(
20
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•Approved Pro

Hess and Son Construction

Surrounding Areas
4.65(
20
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
269 local quotes requested

We are a growing business we take pride in our work and making sure every detail is perfect for the homeowner to build trust and bonds with our customers. We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Remodeling and Handyman services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Great work , very intricate. They care about there work"

Lawrence R on July 2024

We are a growing business we take pride in our work and making sure every detail is perfect for the homeowner to build trust and bonds with our customers. We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Remodeling and Handyman services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Great work , very intricate. They care about there work"

Lawrence R on July 2024

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Hutchins Remodeling

Based In
5.00(
14
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•Approved Pro

Hutchins Remodeling

Based In
5.00(
14
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
270 local quotes requested

Registered, insured and licensed Remodeling Contractor who has been remodeling homes since 2004 specializing in basement, kitchen and bathroom remodels.

"Very happy with how everything went. Steve was extremely helpful through out the whole process and the bathroom came out amazing! Will definitely be my go to for any future renovations on the house"

Jeff G on February 2025

Registered, insured and licensed Remodeling Contractor who has been remodeling homes since 2004 specializing in basement, kitchen and bathroom remodels.

"Very happy with how everything went. Steve was extremely helpful through out the whole process and the bathroom came out amazing! Will definitely be my go to for any future renovations on the house"

Jeff G on February 2025

Cunha Construction Company

21 Decorie Drive
5.00(
3
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•Approved Pro

Cunha Construction Company

21 Decorie Drive
5.00(
3
)
•Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
286 local quotes requested

We offer quality and affordable general contracting services.

"Windows were replaced in a very timely and efficient manner. Cunha construction is professional, kind and has great prices. From measuring the windows, to picking them up from the warehouse and installing them, they made the process for me easy and stress free. I am extremely happy with their work and would not hesitate to call them again for any future house projects needed."

Nicole G on February 2025

We offer quality and affordable general contracting services.

"Windows were replaced in a very timely and efficient manner. Cunha construction is professional, kind and has great prices. From measuring the windows, to picking them up from the warehouse and installing them, they made the process for me easy and stress free. I am extremely happy with their work and would not hesitate to call them again for any future house projects needed."

Nicole G on February 2025

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T&T remodeling

5.00(
12
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T&T remodeling

5.00(
12
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
339 local quotes requested

Hello, I'm Scott. I've been in the construction services field for over 30 years. I'm happy to help with any of your remodeling needs. At our company, your satisfaction is our top priority. We are committed to completing every job to the highest standards, ensuring exceptional quality and service. Discover our range of services and reach out today to book your free estimate. Let us show you the difference our dedication can make!

"Working with Scott was outstanding. Scott impressed me with his reliability, thoroughness, and exceptional results. He's highly skilled, trustworthy, and even went above and beyond to fix issues he noticed that we were unaware of. I would hire him again without hesitation and enthusiastically recommend him to anyone in need of quality work!"

Jessica H on November 2024

Hello, I'm Scott. I've been in the construction services field for over 30 years. I'm happy to help with any of your remodeling needs. At our company, your satisfaction is our top priority. We are committed to completing every job to the highest standards, ensuring exceptional quality and service. Discover our range of services and reach out today to book your free estimate. Let us show you the difference our dedication can make!

"Working with Scott was outstanding. Scott impressed me with his reliability, thoroughness, and exceptional results. He's highly skilled, trustworthy, and even went above and beyond to fix issues he noticed that we were unaware of. I would hire him again without hesitation and enthusiastically recommend him to anyone in need of quality work!"

Jessica H on November 2024

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Kings Carpentry

61 Paulk Terr
5.00(
10
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•Approved Pro

Kings Carpentry

61 Paulk Terr
5.00(
10
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
244 local quotes requested

I specialize in small to medium size jobs i do the small jobs no one else wants .I do all carpentry, plumbing and electrical .When I do a job I do all the work no sub- contractor to worry about. I have been a carpenter for 35 years I am a small owner- operated business. I have seen and done all types of jobs from fixing a window to remodeling kitchens.no job is to small or to big.

"Worked was performed perfectly and the communication was excellent!"

Randy A on March 2025

I specialize in small to medium size jobs i do the small jobs no one else wants .I do all carpentry, plumbing and electrical .When I do a job I do all the work no sub- contractor to worry about. I have been a carpenter for 35 years I am a small owner- operated business. I have seen and done all types of jobs from fixing a window to remodeling kitchens.no job is to small or to big.

"Worked was performed perfectly and the communication was excellent!"

Randy A on March 2025

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Burlingame Remodeling Inc.

104 New Boston Rd
5.00(
12
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•Approved Pro

Burlingame Remodeling Inc.

104 New Boston Rd
5.00(
12
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
392 local quotes requested

This business is predicated on integrity, and that reflects in every aspect of the business; from your first contact with us through project completion. We strive to make the process of home improvement and repair painless and easy. It is our belief that when you win, we win. Allow your search for a reliable contractor to end here; contact us now! Check out our website! burlingameremodeling.com Check us out on Facebook and Instagram!

"Shane was great. Got everything done on our list and was fast and clean. Thanks!"

Aly A on December 2022

This business is predicated on integrity, and that reflects in every aspect of the business; from your first contact with us through project completion. We strive to make the process of home improvement and repair painless and easy. It is our belief that when you win, we win. Allow your search for a reliable contractor to end here; contact us now! Check out our website! burlingameremodeling.com Check us out on Facebook and Instagram!

"Shane was great. Got everything done on our list and was fast and clean. Thanks!"

Aly A on December 2022

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Nova VC Construction & Cleaning

591 Grattan Street
4.80(
54
)
•Approved Pro

Nova VC Construction & Cleaning

591 Grattan Street
4.80(
54
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
693 local quotes requested

Family own business, more than a decade of experience, we work with attention to all details to the total customer's satisfaction. years of experience, with solid references. We deliver construction in general and house cleaning services.

"Great service every time, always on time, good communication."

Randy M on March 2025

Family own business, more than a decade of experience, we work with attention to all details to the total customer's satisfaction. years of experience, with solid references. We deliver construction in general and house cleaning services.

"Great service every time, always on time, good communication."

Randy M on March 2025

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TNT Home Improvement

Broadway Street
4.73(
11
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TNT Home Improvement

Broadway Street
4.73(
11
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
190 local quotes requested

TNT Home Improvement is proud to provide general home repairs and renovations. Our team of skilled employees provide quality workmanship and excellent customer service to ensure your home is well-maintained and fully functional. We offer interior and exterior painting, drywall instillation and repair, carpentry, tiling, deck building and repair, window and door instillation, New construction framing, siding and much more. We work closely with each client to understand there unique needs. Our commitment to customer satisfaction means we will not rest until you are 100% happy with our work. GIVE US A CALL WE DO IT ALL 413-687-5119

"Well, and TNT responded to requested adjustments."

Leland W on August 2025

TNT Home Improvement is proud to provide general home repairs and renovations. Our team of skilled employees provide quality workmanship and excellent customer service to ensure your home is well-maintained and fully functional. We offer interior and exterior painting, drywall instillation and repair, carpentry, tiling, deck building and repair, window and door instillation, New construction framing, siding and much more. We work closely with each client to understand there unique needs. Our commitment to customer satisfaction means we will not rest until you are 100% happy with our work. GIVE US A CALL WE DO IT ALL 413-687-5119

"Well, and TNT responded to requested adjustments."

Leland W on August 2025

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Tejada's Remodeling Inc

4.83(
23
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc

4.83(
23
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
7559 local quotes requested

Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy

"Tejada's Remodeling did a wonderful job removing a sleeper sofa! Very prompt, prepared, courteous, knowledgeable, efficient, and reasonable! Highly recommend."

Valerie C on September 2025

Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy

"Tejada's Remodeling did a wonderful job removing a sleeper sofa! Very prompt, prepared, courteous, knowledgeable, efficient, and reasonable! Highly recommend."

Valerie C on September 2025

Junior Knight construction services

102 Main St
No reviews yet

Junior Knight construction services

102 Main St
No reviews yet
14 years of experience

Home improvement specialists. We are experts in trim carpentry, doors, walls/ceilings, crown moldings and general home repairs.

Home improvement specialists. We are experts in trim carpentry, doors, walls/ceilings, crown moldings and general home repairs.

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Wilbraham, MA

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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