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Total Home Fencing & Decks
4.7(
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Serving Calera, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Mike White and his builders were absolutely wonderful. They were careful of my property, very professional, and at a great price. I love my new fence and would recommend this company to everyone I know. I couldn’t be happier."
Response time5 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ant's Lawn Care
5.0(
8
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Serving Calera, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony explained the entire experience to me being that I am women. He was professional and kind. I could not have chosen a better Pro if you are looking for gutter cleaning, fencing etc stop looking and book Anthony. Thank you for making my home amazing."
One Story Residential Gutter/Roof Cleaning
One Story Residential Gutter/Roof Cleaning
One Story Residential Gutter/Roof Cleaning
2 Story Residential Gutter/Roof Cleaning
One Story Residential Gutter/Roof Cleaning

+26

Response time1 hour
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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B&D Home Services LLC
4.8(
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Serving Calera, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bryon & Darren were easy to work with and displayed very good carpentry skills. They paid attention to detail and made sure I was satisfied with the completed project. I would certainly recommend them to anyone needing this type of work done. They were professional and stayed within the proposed budget."
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fence staining

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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EPIC Home Services, LLC
4.0(
161
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Serving Calera, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"We appreciated the detail of their estimates and adherence to it. We had contacted another company that had come out earlier and said would email estimates. Never received them and EPIC had already completed the job. Excellent work. Superb service."
Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Alabama Professional Services, Inc.
4.0(
243
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Serving Calera, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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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 Sealed Super Sump
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Leaking Wall
Sealed Wall

+3

Response time1 day
493 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Hammer & Saw
5.0(
6
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Serving Calera, 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.

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Steel City Handyman
4.4(
31
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Serving Calera, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Maurice was very prompt and professional, beginning with our first telephone conversation and concluding with his expert installation of our new dishwasher. Thanks so much!"
Bath room sink install
Bath room sink install
Bath room sink install
Bath room sink install
Storm Door Install

+16

Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

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