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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021


RC HOMES & REMODELING
1423 PRAIRIE DRIVE
No reviews
RC HOMES & REMODELING
1423 PRAIRIE DRIVE
No reviews
37 years of experience

I am a hand on guy with all my jobs! I have a few sub if I need them and I have a couple men that work for me full time.

I am a hand on guy with all my jobs! I have a few sub if I need them and I have a couple men that work for me full time.


K&A Customs
215 West St SW
No reviews
K&A Customs
215 West St SW
No reviews
17 years of experience

K&A Customs is a small family owned full service construction company. We think customer satisfaction is the top priority. We use reputable subcontractors and quality materials.

K&A Customs is a small family owned full service construction company. We think customer satisfaction is the top priority. We use reputable subcontractors and quality materials.


FRASE & CO CONSTRUCTION
612 S Madison Ave
2.75(
4
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FRASE & CO CONSTRUCTION
612 S Madison Ave
2.75(
4
)
Free onsite estimate

Frase Construction Inc is a locally owned and operated business in the Ottumwa area since 1999. Business owner, Jeremy Frase invites you to come visit his showroom, complete with a large variety of retail products. Frase Construction specializes in new construction and remodeling. Serves include: - Roofing - Additions - Windows - Siding - Kitchens & Baths - Cabinets - Concrete - Electrical - Plumbing - Decks - Garages - General contractors - Designed build - Egress Windows - Casement Windows - Energy Efficient Windows - Skylights - Sliding Windows - Storm Windows - Installation - New Construction - Remdeling - Repair - Wood Shake roofs and Shingles - Maintenance - Green Building - Residential - Commercial - Metal - Wood - Fiberglass - Vinyl - Driveways - Concrete removal - Concrete Coloring - Walls - Foundations - Decorative Concrete - Concrete Cutting - Stairs - Patios - Sidewalks - Stamped Concrete - Industrial - Garages - Cabinets - Laminate - Cabinet hardware - Snow Removal - Ice Removal - Snow Blowing - Snow Plowing - Additions ? - Bathrooms - Decks - Electrical - Kitchens - Plumbing - Roofing - Siding - and more Our project types include: Commerical (Office Buildijngs, Shopping Centers, Car Dealerships and more), Resteraunts, Warehouses, Rental Spaces, Residential (Multi-Family and Tenant Finish) For the best service in the area, give us a call so we can prove to you that you made the right choice.

Frase Construction Inc is a locally owned and operated business in the Ottumwa area since 1999. Business owner, Jeremy Frase invites you to come visit his showroom, complete with a large variety of retail products. Frase Construction specializes in new construction and remodeling. Serves include: - Roofing - Additions - Windows - Siding - Kitchens & Baths - Cabinets - Concrete - Electrical - Plumbing - Decks - Garages - General contractors - Designed build - Egress Windows - Casement Windows - Energy Efficient Windows - Skylights - Sliding Windows - Storm Windows - Installation - New Construction - Remdeling - Repair - Wood Shake roofs and Shingles - Maintenance - Green Building - Residential - Commercial - Metal - Wood - Fiberglass - Vinyl - Driveways - Concrete removal - Concrete Coloring - Walls - Foundations - Decorative Concrete - Concrete Cutting - Stairs - Patios - Sidewalks - Stamped Concrete - Industrial - Garages - Cabinets - Laminate - Cabinet hardware - Snow Removal - Ice Removal - Snow Blowing - Snow Plowing - Additions ? - Bathrooms - Decks - Electrical - Kitchens - Plumbing - Roofing - Siding - and more Our project types include: Commerical (Office Buildijngs, Shopping Centers, Car Dealerships and more), Resteraunts, Warehouses, Rental Spaces, Residential (Multi-Family and Tenant Finish) For the best service in the area, give us a call so we can prove to you that you made the right choice.


Color Your Carpet
9800 Beach Blvd
4.36(
11
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Color Your Carpet
9800 Beach Blvd
4.36(
11
)
Customers say: Quick response
37 years of experience

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.


National Bath Systems
8905 F St
4.56(
16
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National Bath Systems
8905 F St
4.56(
16
)
Customers say: Quality work
42 years of experience

Bath Fitter of Omaha offers top-quality, durable, customized acrylic bathroom remodeling products and services installed in as little as one day. Corporate location owned and operated by National Bath Systems, LLC., doing business as Bath Fitter.

Bath Fitter of Omaha offers top-quality, durable, customized acrylic bathroom remodeling products and services installed in as little as one day. Corporate location owned and operated by National Bath Systems, LLC., doing business as Bath Fitter.


Hebert Construction Inc
918 Division St
3.00(
2
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Hebert Construction Inc
918 Division St
3.00(
2
)
Free onsite estimate

Hebert Construction Will Do Everything: Less Hassle With One Contractor.and they can fulfill all your needs. They specialize in demolition but they also do : • Siding • Roofing • Windows • Concrete • Additions • All kinds of Remodeling • Repair • Dirt Work We offer free Estimates and Herbert Construction has over 18 Years Experience. Herbert Construction is owner operated with great references. Herbert Construction also services 100 miles in any direction of Sioux City, IA. Visit us at 708 Division Street in Sioux City, IA or give us a call.

Hebert Construction Will Do Everything: Less Hassle With One Contractor.and they can fulfill all your needs. They specialize in demolition but they also do : • Siding • Roofing • Windows • Concrete • Additions • All kinds of Remodeling • Repair • Dirt Work We offer free Estimates and Herbert Construction has over 18 Years Experience. Herbert Construction is owner operated with great references. Herbert Construction also services 100 miles in any direction of Sioux City, IA. Visit us at 708 Division Street in Sioux City, IA or give us a call.


K&J Numedahl Construction
P O Box 455
No reviews
K&J Numedahl Construction
P O Box 455
No reviews
20 years of experience

Kyle and Jon Numedahl of locally, family-owned K&J Numedahl Construction, Inc., have been building and remodeling in Northeast Iowa nearly all of their lives. With the help of their highly-skilled and qualified crew, and state of the art tools and software, K&J serves the area as providers of a wide variety of general contracting services. They are based in the heart of Northeast Iowa, Decorah.

Kyle and Jon Numedahl of locally, family-owned K&J Numedahl Construction, Inc., have been building and remodeling in Northeast Iowa nearly all of their lives. With the help of their highly-skilled and qualified crew, and state of the art tools and software, K&J serves the area as providers of a wide variety of general contracting services. They are based in the heart of Northeast Iowa, Decorah.


Granger Construction Inc
300 Armour St
No reviews
Granger Construction Inc
300 Armour St
No reviews
72 years of experience

Granger Construction Inc, provides the highest quality of service for every type of excavation, demolition and construction project we take on. We give that promise and back it up with the testimony of over 50 years worth of satisfied clients and customers. We bring exceptional service and design to every excavating and construction project. Our team is efficient, dependable and reliable. Most importantly, our team is very thorough and our services are priced extremely competitively. Call today!

Granger Construction Inc, provides the highest quality of service for every type of excavation, demolition and construction project we take on. We give that promise and back it up with the testimony of over 50 years worth of satisfied clients and customers. We bring exceptional service and design to every excavating and construction project. Our team is efficient, dependable and reliable. Most importantly, our team is very thorough and our services are priced extremely competitively. Call today!


Dave and Son Construction
1770 285th Street
No reviews
Dave and Son Construction
1770 285th Street
No reviews
45 years of experience

Contact us at (888) 972-0307 in Marble Rock, IA, to request services from our home construction company.

Contact us at (888) 972-0307 in Marble Rock, IA, to request services from our home construction company.

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Guest house building services FAQs

In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.

Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.

When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.

How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.

Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.

No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.

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