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Cahaba Building Group
5.0(
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike and his crew were a pleasure to work with. They were very professional, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure the process went smooth as possible and that our covered patio turned out exactly how we wanted it. They were very knowledgeable and paid close attention to detail to ensure everything was perfect and to our liking. We are planning to remodel more of our house in the future. We will be using Cahaba Building Group again because of how much we enjoyed working with them and how great of a job they performed. We highly recommend them to anyone who is wanting to remodel their home!"
Kitchen remodel
Remodeling - General Project
Rebuilding open air deck and replace lattice
 Bathroom remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+53

Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Walden Home Improvements, LLC
4.6(
75
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great contractor to work with. Excellent craftsmanship and attention to detail. They built us a large addition with a master suite, laundry and family room and we could not be more pleased."
deck
elevator
deck
Back of currently under construction
finalizing touches

+139

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Syntreme, Inc.
4.4(
15
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Good job on our project! Arrived on time ready to work. The owner even stopped by to make sure we were satisfied with the work! Based on this experience, we will be using Syntreme again for some future projects."
Architectural Roof
Architectural Roof
Roof in Progress
Roof in Progress
Work in Progress

+103

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Hammer & Saw
5.0(
6
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

Hammer and Saw is a custom residential remodeling firm serving the greater Birmingham area, focused on thoughtfully designed renovations that balance architecture, function, and craftsmanship. For nearly a decade, our team has worked alongside homeowners, designers, and architects to execute projects where details matter and process is paramount. With decades of collective experience in the construction industry, we’ve built this company around a simple principle: exceptional results come from disciplined planning, skilled execution, and clear communication.\n\nAs fully licensed Alabama homebuilders, we specialize in:\n\n-Architect-driven home additions\n-High-end kitchen renovations\n-Custom bathroom design and build-outs\n-Basement transformations and structural reconfigurations\n\nOur projects are approached as bespoke builds, not templates. Every space is carefully planned, coordinated, and executed with an emphasis on precision, material integrity, and long-term performance.

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Ancient Path Handyman Services LLC
5.0(
47
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had several small projects to complete, including replacement/installation of a bathroom vent fan, replacement of a dryer vent hose and minor deck and fence repairs. Micah Douglas was responsive, knowledgeable and friendly. I am very happy with the quality of the work done and would hire him again."
Before
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Demo of existing storm door and trim.
Enlarging Door Case Opening/Trim/Building Closet Shelving
Beginning to frame new clothesline posts.

+152

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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We Build it Construction LLC
5.0(
29
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose and his crew were prompt and thorough and did a great job on a much shorter time frame than I expected. Unlike many contractors, they cleaned up after themselves and left everything better than they found it. The finish on my driveway is excellent And the workmanship outstanding. I would definitely recommend him for any concrete jobs you have"
Concrete Driveway Vestavia Hills
Concrete Driveway Vestavia Hills
Hoover Alabama Segmental Wall
Driveway Cullman Alabama
Vestavia Hills Segmental Wall

+63

Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

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.

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. 

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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