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Avatar for Bradford Contracting Company
Bradford Contracting Company
5.0(
12
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A Tornado blew thru my street. All the fences were down and some entirely missing. I needed my fences and gates replaced. I chose Matt not only for the good price but his professionalism. He went beyond any contractor Iâ ve ever used. His work was absolutely Top Notch. He showed up on time and stayed late to beat the weather. He made a few suggestions that I never would have thought of. I canâ t say enough about Matt Bradford. My neighbors saw the work and wanted his information. Beyond the acre of fences and gates, he did another project for me building a deck and stairs to my upper garage level. It came out like a designer showcase. Iâ ll be posting it on google reviews. Very reasonable price. And his work puts all the others to shame. Heâ s a true craftsman. Everything he did for me was far far above my expectations. To say he did great work is an understatement. Heâ s absolutely the first person to call. You wonâ t be disappointed with Matt. 5 Stars PLUS! I have more projects that I will only use Matt for. Heâ s that good."
fencing
fencing
fencing
fencing
Deck

+27

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hickman Handywork
4.7(
35
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He did an absolutely fantastic job replacing our old deck. He was punctual, responsive, easy to work with, very fast, and our deck turned out beautifully. Absolutely will be asking him back to do other projects in the future because of how great of a job he did. Very, very happy and will be recommending him to all our neighbors!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Shepherd's Hammer
4.8(
14
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+2 more

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Josh of Shepherd’s Hammer did an amazing job for our home. He installed a fire wall and fire door in our garage, as well built a new back deck. Both jobs were great. He was always on time, completed the job as planned, on budget, and kept us updated on the projects as they were in progress. Exceptionally pleased with the work. Already planning other projects around the house. Highly recommend."
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Screened porch
Screened porch
Screened porch

+22

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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3D Custom Welding
4.6(
35
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Richard Arnold sent a young associate named Tom who had extensive repair experience with 3-D as well as previous industrial experience. Tom did an excellent job welding my badly broken 3-point- hitch, tractor grader blade. I know welding but have never bought the equipment. My Dad taught welding as a vocational agricultural high school teacher. Besides a good repair at a fair price both Richard and Tom were personable and easy to work with."
Lake House
Lake House
Lake House
Lake House
Lake House

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alabama Professional Services, Inc.
3.9(
244
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a good job. I was just hoping it would stop my wood floors from creaking but they are worse. Overall believe the work done will be good for the house support though"
 Encapsulation 1
 Sealed Super Sump
 Sump amd liner
Leaking Wall
Sealed Wall

+3

Response time1 day
546 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Primestone Construction Group LLC
5.0(
9
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service! I hired the company to paint my two-story home, both inside and outside, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From the very beginning, they were extremely professional, reliable, and careful. They paid attention to even the smallest details, protected all the work areas, and made sure everything was left clean with a high-quality finish. You can truly see the pride and commitment they put into their work. I definitely recommend them 100% to anyone looking for professional, reliable, and high-quality painting services. Five stars well deserved!"
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The cost to frame a 2,000-square-foot house can fall anywhere between $14,000 and $32,000. This price can increase or decrease depending on what type of framing you choose, the quality of the materials, the project's complexity, and whether you decide to hire a professional to do the job.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

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