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Bradford Contracting Company
5.0(
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

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"We wanted our back patio extended and it was a small project that other companies didn't want to take on. Matt fit us into his busy schedule and did an excellent job! He did it in a timely manner, was very professional and kept us informed. We would absolutely use him again for any future projects and recommend him to anyone!"
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+27

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Casa Grande Construction
4.6(
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Professional and goes above and beyond to get the job done right. Flexible and accommodating to changes and additions. I highly recommend Casa Grande if you need siding work of any kind!"
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+41

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Complete Restoration Services Inc
4.7(
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The job went very well. Jason was very professional and punctual. He produced a more detailed estimate than the other three contractors I had provide estimates, and he stood by his estimate. He oversaw the work and quickly resolved some minor issues with the work. Overall, I highly recommend this team. I will use them again!"
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+7

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Heartstrong Services
5.0(
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

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Emergency services offered

"I had puddles of standing water under my house for a year. The plumber found no leaks and said it would evaporate in the summer. Well it didn't and I called Crawlspace Doctor of Huntsville, Alabama. Sawyer Williams was great at explaining the issue and the costs, and it was a no pressure visit. He explained to me the four causes of water in a crawlspace and suggested the best way to SOLVE the problem, not put a band aid on it. They have just finished a full encapsulation, sump pump, and dehumidifier with a digital thermostat I can monitor from in my home. The workmen came out on schedule - were friendly, responsible, and efficient. Sawyer came back to get under the house and inspect their work. I was VERY pleased with the results, and would recommend Crawlspace Doctor of Huntsville, Alabama highly."
Heartstrong Crawlspace
Heartstrong Services
Crawlspace Dehumifier
Crawlspace Encapsulation
Professional Leadership

+7

Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Alabama Professional Services, Inc.
4.0(
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1977

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"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"
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Leaking Wall
Sealed Wall

+3

Response time1 day
460 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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The Shepherd's Hammer
4.7(
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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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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Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
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Butler & Associates Construction, Inc
5.0(
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Warranties offered

"Butler and Associates Construction did a wonderful job on our new driveway. They tore out the old cracked driveway and replaced it with a new smooth and solid surface for our family to enjoy. They were efficient, professional and treated our property with respect leaving a clean worksite each day. We get compliments on our new driveway almost every day from neighbors walking past. Can’t recommend Jonathan and his crew enough!"
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

When choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

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