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Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
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!
"My house is close to 100 years old. It has a lot of issues that took some creative construction problem solving. Mick was able to tackle each project and my house is beautiful as a result! Mick is hard working, pleasant and very skilled. I would recommend him in a heartbeat!"
Amy L on November 2024
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!
"My house is close to 100 years old. It has a lot of issues that took some creative construction problem solving. Mick was able to tackle each project and my house is beautiful as a result! Mick is hard working, pleasant and very skilled. I would recommend him in a heartbeat!"
Amy L on November 2024
At CT Home Remodeling LLC, we specialize in comprehensive interior and exterior renovations that transform homes into beautiful, functional, and modern spaces. Whether you're looking to update your kitchen and bathrooms, enhance your living areas, or completely revamp your home’s exterior, our expert team delivers high-quality craftsmanship and innovative design solutions tailored to your needs.
At CT Home Remodeling LLC, we specialize in comprehensive interior and exterior renovations that transform homes into beautiful, functional, and modern spaces. Whether you're looking to update your kitchen and bathrooms, enhance your living areas, or completely revamp your home’s exterior, our expert team delivers high-quality craftsmanship and innovative design solutions tailored to your needs.
New home Construction / Remodeling. Family owned business with over 6 years of experience handling Remodeling - Basements, Remodeling - General, Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom.
"Markland construction llc did a tremendous job for us with remodeling our home . Markland was very prompt with replies to our questions and had several suggestion that we would not have thought of on our own .Overall, we are very pleased to have worked with Markland construction Llc."
SHAWNA R on August 2024
New home Construction / Remodeling. Family owned business with over 6 years of experience handling Remodeling - Basements, Remodeling - General, Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom.
"Markland construction llc did a tremendous job for us with remodeling our home . Markland was very prompt with replies to our questions and had several suggestion that we would not have thought of on our own .Overall, we are very pleased to have worked with Markland construction Llc."
SHAWNA R on August 2024
Family owned and operated home improvement company, with a very simple mission: provide quality home improvement services at affordable prices. We truly care for our customers! We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, siding, roofing, gutters, and more! Call today for a free consultation.
"3 Son’s Siding & Gutters LLC did my roof about four months ago.They came and gave me a price that was more than fair…3 Son’s were very professional,work very safely.They stripped two layers, found that they had to get plywood and replace the whole roof, it was a bit more but they did the plywood, re-shingled the roof in the one day.i was very impressed with the way all the workers did what needed to be done. The job was done in a day and a half,all the mess was picked up went around the house with magnets picking up all the nails.All I can say I believe they are very professional, very concerned about how my property was left I think it was cleaner than when they started.Very good crew did a great job couldn’t be any happier. Great crew very professional!!!! Thanks for all your hard work.Al Couture Southwick Mass."
Alan C on April 2025
Family owned and operated home improvement company, with a very simple mission: provide quality home improvement services at affordable prices. We truly care for our customers! We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, siding, roofing, gutters, and more! Call today for a free consultation.
"3 Son’s Siding & Gutters LLC did my roof about four months ago.They came and gave me a price that was more than fair…3 Son’s were very professional,work very safely.They stripped two layers, found that they had to get plywood and replace the whole roof, it was a bit more but they did the plywood, re-shingled the roof in the one day.i was very impressed with the way all the workers did what needed to be done. The job was done in a day and a half,all the mess was picked up went around the house with magnets picking up all the nails.All I can say I believe they are very professional, very concerned about how my property was left I think it was cleaner than when they started.Very good crew did a great job couldn’t be any happier. Great crew very professional!!!! Thanks for all your hard work.Al Couture Southwick Mass."
Alan C on April 2025
Honest hard worker that lives to support family needs and loves what I do. I don't see it as a job it's more like a hobby or therapy, thank you for your time hope we meet soon. Call or click for your quote today.
"I loved the work he did on my basement. It looks just how I wanted it. Great prices too! I would recommend to everyone who needs remodeling and improvements."
Denise D on January 2025
Honest hard worker that lives to support family needs and loves what I do. I don't see it as a job it's more like a hobby or therapy, thank you for your time hope we meet soon. Call or click for your quote today.
"I loved the work he did on my basement. It looks just how I wanted it. Great prices too! I would recommend to everyone who needs remodeling and improvements."
Denise D on January 2025
The staff at Above & Beyond is here to make your project happen. We take care the permitting, building, and finishing, including plumbing and electrical. We can even assist you in selecting pain colors, cabinetry, and fixtures. Our intent is to see each project through to the end and leave our customers with a positive exsperieence.
"Something general: I had Above & Beyond Remodeling redo my kitchen and bathroom, and they did an amazing job! The quality of their work was outstanding, and everything turned out exactly how I envisioned. The team was professional, friendly, and kept me updated throughout the entire process. They finished on time and stayed within budget. I highly recommend Above & Beyond Remodeling for any remodeling project!"
ben M on March 2025
The staff at Above & Beyond is here to make your project happen. We take care the permitting, building, and finishing, including plumbing and electrical. We can even assist you in selecting pain colors, cabinetry, and fixtures. Our intent is to see each project through to the end and leave our customers with a positive exsperieence.
"Something general: I had Above & Beyond Remodeling redo my kitchen and bathroom, and they did an amazing job! The quality of their work was outstanding, and everything turned out exactly how I envisioned. The team was professional, friendly, and kept me updated throughout the entire process. They finished on time and stayed within budget. I highly recommend Above & Beyond Remodeling for any remodeling project!"
ben M on March 2025
Here at Erick's Painting Services, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services such as Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Popcorn Ceiling Removal, Wallpaper Removal, Drywall Installation, Pressure Wash, Kitchen & Bathroom Remodels, and more! You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"My first impression of Erick was excellent! I met with several contractors prior to meeting Erick and just didn’t get that vibe. Wow what a great choice I made . Erick and his crew were very meticulous from the start to finish. My house looks like it came like new . Thx again guys!!"
Christopher D on November 2024
Here at Erick's Painting Services, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services such as Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Popcorn Ceiling Removal, Wallpaper Removal, Drywall Installation, Pressure Wash, Kitchen & Bathroom Remodels, and more! You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"My first impression of Erick was excellent! I met with several contractors prior to meeting Erick and just didn’t get that vibe. Wow what a great choice I made . Erick and his crew were very meticulous from the start to finish. My house looks like it came like new . Thx again guys!!"
Christopher D on November 2024
I am a licensed and insured Home Improvement Contractor with 30 years of experience in Home Improvements, Remodeling, and Repairs. We are a family owned business with my son working alongside me as a professional interior and exterior painter with both residential and commercial experience. Our attention to detail and workmanship is top-notch. We are reliable and will do whatever it takes to "make it right" for you.My professional abilities as a Handyman and Woodcrafter include but are not limited to the following: All types of flooring installation to include tile, laminate, and wood, wood floor refinishing, basic and finish carpentry, drywall installation/finishing, interior and exterior painting, kitchen and bath remodeling and repairs to include counter tops and , roofing installation and repairs, deck installation and refinishing, siding installation, masonry work, , window and door installation/repairs. We do a little bit of everything to include power washing. Please feel free to contact me with any questions in regards to any project s you have outstanding and would like to complete Make a list if you have numerous small items and give me a call, "No job is too small or too big". My rates are comparable but more often lower than my competitors. I have worked with area realtors on homes that required TLC and the results were outstanding. I pride myself on client satisfaction and look forward to working with you to turn your house into a home.
"Timber and Megan are consummate professionals who are timely, hard working and detail oriented. I was very fortunate to have them realize a project that was centered around creating an in-law apartment in an existing space in my home for my father. They worked with me every step of the way which resulted in a collaborative design with a nautical theme. The end result is stunning and everyone who sees it wants to live in it! Thank you Timber and Megan for making my vision a reality."
Dorothy a on July 2023
I am a licensed and insured Home Improvement Contractor with 30 years of experience in Home Improvements, Remodeling, and Repairs. We are a family owned business with my son working alongside me as a professional interior and exterior painter with both residential and commercial experience. Our attention to detail and workmanship is top-notch. We are reliable and will do whatever it takes to "make it right" for you.My professional abilities as a Handyman and Woodcrafter include but are not limited to the following: All types of flooring installation to include tile, laminate, and wood, wood floor refinishing, basic and finish carpentry, drywall installation/finishing, interior and exterior painting, kitchen and bath remodeling and repairs to include counter tops and , roofing installation and repairs, deck installation and refinishing, siding installation, masonry work, , window and door installation/repairs. We do a little bit of everything to include power washing. Please feel free to contact me with any questions in regards to any project s you have outstanding and would like to complete Make a list if you have numerous small items and give me a call, "No job is too small or too big". My rates are comparable but more often lower than my competitors. I have worked with area realtors on homes that required TLC and the results were outstanding. I pride myself on client satisfaction and look forward to working with you to turn your house into a home.
"Timber and Megan are consummate professionals who are timely, hard working and detail oriented. I was very fortunate to have them realize a project that was centered around creating an in-law apartment in an existing space in my home for my father. They worked with me every step of the way which resulted in a collaborative design with a nautical theme. The end result is stunning and everyone who sees it wants to live in it! Thank you Timber and Megan for making my vision a reality."
Dorothy a on July 2023
Chris Masonry and Decks 23 years experience Specialized in decks, porches, fences, Patios, walkways, steps, walls & retaining walls, driveways, and more. Free estimate & Seniors and Veterans discount Residential & Comercial
"Chris does excellent work and is very Meticulous about what and how he does it. If you are ever in need of a patio or deck, Chris is the one to call. I couldn't be happier. He actually helped me when I had hired someone else, who did a terrible job. I wish I could post my patio area. It is truly amazing ?"
Janet M T on May 2024
Chris Masonry and Decks 23 years experience Specialized in decks, porches, fences, Patios, walkways, steps, walls & retaining walls, driveways, and more. Free estimate & Seniors and Veterans discount Residential & Comercial
"Chris does excellent work and is very Meticulous about what and how he does it. If you are ever in need of a patio or deck, Chris is the one to call. I couldn't be happier. He actually helped me when I had hired someone else, who did a terrible job. I wish I could post my patio area. It is truly amazing ?"
Janet M T on May 2024
Shelter or outbuilding building services FAQs
You need to secure a permit for a tornado shelter when local building codes require it. A permit confirms that your shelter meets safety and construction standards to withstand extreme weather events. FEMA guidelines P-361 and P-320 establish these safety requirements. Permit costs range from $430 to $2,240. Contact your local building department to verify the necessary permits and ensure full compliance with all regulations.
Yes, FEMA will fund up to 75% of your storm shelter installation if all eligibility conditions are met. FEMA allocates funds to state authorities where strict guidelines determine approval and disbursement. Contact your State Hazard Mitigation Officer to determine your funding options and initiate the required process. Secure the necessary documentation to access this financial support.
Tornado shelters add significant value to a home by enhancing both safety and market appeal. A secure storm shelter not only increases the resale value by up to 50% of the unit cost but also provides multifunctional benefits in areas prone to severe weather. Homeowners who integrate features like a gun safe or wine cellar maximize their investment and overall home desirability.
A pre-built storm shelter delivers distinct benefits by reducing overall costs and installation time. A pre-built unit eliminates extensive on-site construction expenses and comes in a variety of sizes and materials to suit different family needs. This design flexibility provides robust protection, ensures rapid installation, and secures your home against extreme weather conditions.
The installation time for a tornado shelter depends on the type chosen. Pre-built shelters are installed in four to eight hours, providing a rapid and secure solution. Custom-made shelters or those that require land excavation demand significantly longer time, taking days or weeks due to extensive preparation, structural assembly, and precise installation to fully meet safety standards.
Space is a critical factor in a storm shelter. FEMA mandates a minimum of six square feet per person for tornado protection and ten square feet per person for hurricane safety. For example, a 5-by-6-foot shelter meets the needs of a family of five in a tornado-prone area. Extra room accommodates emergency supplies and ensures safe, comfortable movement during severe weather events.
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