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GP Jones Construction LLC
16844 SE Ivon Street
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
GP Jones Construction LLC
16844 SE Ivon Street
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

GP Jones Construction is your one stop shop for all of your outdoor building needs! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call today!

"Me jones called me immediately once I put out the feelers for the job I needed done and he met my tight deadline. Really great customer service"

Deina S on October 2019

GP Jones Construction is your one stop shop for all of your outdoor building needs! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call today!

"Me jones called me immediately once I put out the feelers for the job I needed done and he met my tight deadline. Really great customer service"

Deina S on October 2019


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All About Decks & More, LLC
PO Box 85
4.50(
16
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All About Decks & More, LLC
PO Box 85
4.50(
16
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

All About Decks, Docks & More, LLC, is a small company that will work with you every step of the way giving you the customer service that you deserve. Please call for your fair and honest estimate

"Only thing they did themselves was the patio ceiling & French drain for my project. Acted as hiring contractor for all the other work. Overall project was a success, but I didn't appreciate how the lead crewman/ owner spoke to his employee. Subcontractors that were hired were excellent."

Kristi P on September 2022

All About Decks, Docks & More, LLC, is a small company that will work with you every step of the way giving you the customer service that you deserve. Please call for your fair and honest estimate

"Only thing they did themselves was the patio ceiling & French drain for my project. Acted as hiring contractor for all the other work. Overall project was a success, but I didn't appreciate how the lead crewman/ owner spoke to his employee. Subcontractors that were hired were excellent."

Kristi P on September 2022


RT Custom Builds, LLC
2729 Strasburg Drive
4.50(
2
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Approved Pro
RT Custom Builds, LLC
2729 Strasburg Drive
4.50(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

We are owner operated. I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients and honesty is what we deliver to our clients along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We look forward to working with you!

"fine"

Randy W on March 2022

We are owner operated. I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients and honesty is what we deliver to our clients along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We look forward to working with you!

"fine"

Randy W on March 2022


Chumbley Construction llc
15408 NW EnergiaSt
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Chumbley Construction llc
15408 NW EnergiaSt
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We provide results, not excuses! We pride our company on customer service, professionalism, great communication, efficiency, and superior quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your home renovation project. We look forward to earning your business! Feel free to give us a call today! -- ONE STOP SHOP, TRUE DESUIGN BUILD VENMO, ZELLE

"Noah and his crew worked fast and built exactly what I asked for! We wanted a covered space on our deck to enclose it for a catio, and they understood my vision perfectly. They even framed out a door with a secure latch so our cats cannot escape. We are DIYing the rest of the catio build, but if I need any more help on this or future projects, I wouldn't hesitate to hire Noah!"

Katie C on March 2025

We provide results, not excuses! We pride our company on customer service, professionalism, great communication, efficiency, and superior quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your home renovation project. We look forward to earning your business! Feel free to give us a call today! -- ONE STOP SHOP, TRUE DESUIGN BUILD VENMO, ZELLE

"Noah and his crew worked fast and built exactly what I asked for! We wanted a covered space on our deck to enclose it for a catio, and they understood my vision perfectly. They even framed out a door with a secure latch so our cats cannot escape. We are DIYing the rest of the catio build, but if I need any more help on this or future projects, I wouldn't hesitate to hire Noah!"

Katie C on March 2025


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North Creek Construction, LLC
31047 Fairview Road
5.00(
36
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Approved Pro
North Creek Construction, LLC
31047 Fairview Road
5.00(
36
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
17 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

North Creek Construction, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Dave and I discussed the project for a pad for a greenhouse. The work was done quickly and at the quoted price. I will use North Creek again."

Ross Y on April 2025

North Creek Construction, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Dave and I discussed the project for a pad for a greenhouse. The work was done quickly and at the quoted price. I will use North Creek again."

Ross Y on April 2025


Merten Enterprises LLC
102 West Edgewood Dr.
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Merten Enterprises LLC
102 West Edgewood Dr.
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
81 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

With over 20 years experience in the excavation industry, NW Builders Company Inc is your industry expert in St. Paul and surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

With over 20 years experience in the excavation industry, NW Builders Company Inc is your industry expert in St. Paul and surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!


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Skyview Remodeling, LLC
1425 SE Tualatin Valley Hwy. Suite 3
4.65(
10
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Approved Pro
Skyview Remodeling, LLC
1425 SE Tualatin Valley Hwy. Suite 3
4.65(
10
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
57 local quotes requested

At our locally owned and operated company, we understand that your home is one of your most cherished spaces. That's why we prioritize honesty and integrity, treating your home with the same care and respect we would our own. We offer a range of services tailored specifically to your unique needs, ensuring that each project feels personal to us. We strive to keep our prices competitive while never compromising on the attention to detail you deserve. We are truly excited about the opportunity to build lasting relationships with our clients, and we sincerely guarantee your satisfaction every step of the way!

"You want Ruben Molina as your GC and Jairo leading the crew. J is a wizard with wood and Rube is super professional."

Ralph G on July 2024

At our locally owned and operated company, we understand that your home is one of your most cherished spaces. That's why we prioritize honesty and integrity, treating your home with the same care and respect we would our own. We offer a range of services tailored specifically to your unique needs, ensuring that each project feels personal to us. We strive to keep our prices competitive while never compromising on the attention to detail you deserve. We are truly excited about the opportunity to build lasting relationships with our clients, and we sincerely guarantee your satisfaction every step of the way!

"You want Ruben Molina as your GC and Jairo leading the crew. J is a wizard with wood and Rube is super professional."

Ralph G on July 2024


Avatar for Woods Handyman & Remodel LLC
Woods Handyman & Remodel LLC
10949 SE Salmon St.
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Woods Handyman & Remodel LLC
10949 SE Salmon St.
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
22 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Russell and his crew took out my honey do list! Very pleased. Very conscientious! He and his crew were very professional and pleasant to work with."

Joyce C on March 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Russell and his crew took out my honey do list! Very pleased. Very conscientious! He and his crew were very professional and pleasant to work with."

Joyce C on March 2025


G&G BUILDING LLC
17402 SE Decker Road
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
G&G BUILDING LLC
17402 SE Decker Road
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

G&G BUILDING LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today! is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"New construction home foundation dig out was done by G&G building, great communication skills and acted fast did a great job working with the concrete contractor as well."

kobe m on February 2025

G&G BUILDING LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today! is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"New construction home foundation dig out was done by G&G building, great communication skills and acted fast did a great job working with the concrete contractor as well."

kobe m on February 2025


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QI CARPENTRY LLC
PO BOX 1471
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
QI CARPENTRY LLC
PO BOX 1471
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
55 local quotes requested

We are reliable veteran craftsmen you can trust, with over 30 years experience, dedicated to providing you with conscientious service and a positive experience with your project from start to finish. We are passionate about creative and meticulous craftsmanship done with quality and integrity.

"He did a great job and was excellent in keeping us informed. Did a lot of on the spot problem solving that turned out great."

Gwen W on June 2023

We are reliable veteran craftsmen you can trust, with over 30 years experience, dedicated to providing you with conscientious service and a positive experience with your project from start to finish. We are passionate about creative and meticulous craftsmanship done with quality and integrity.

"He did a great job and was excellent in keeping us informed. Did a lot of on the spot problem solving that turned out great."

Gwen W on June 2023

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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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