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Trust Key Transportation

5.00(
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•Approved Pro

Trust Key Transportation

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We’re a locally owned and operated company with years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Great job, very good customer service and quality work, will be hiring again for another project soon. "

Kendall C on December 2025

We’re a locally owned and operated company with years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Great job, very good customer service and quality work, will be hiring again for another project soon. "

Kendall C on December 2025

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Hawkins Welding

New on AngiNew on Angi
•Approved Pro

Hawkins Welding

New on AngiNew on Angi
•Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Estes Painting

4.85(
146
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Estes Painting

4.85(
146
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Estes Painting Services was started in the 2001 by Mike Estes. Additional phone number: (205) 918-8982 2059188962 Award winning. Additional DBA - Estes Painting Corporation

"Mike was very prompt and thorough in submitting his estimate. He was the only contractor to provide certificates of insurance with his estimate. The work was completed within the estimated time frame and his team did an excellent job. I would definitely hire them again."

Tom S on October 2020

Estes Painting Services was started in the 2001 by Mike Estes. Additional phone number: (205) 918-8982 2059188962 Award winning. Additional DBA - Estes Painting Corporation

"Mike was very prompt and thorough in submitting his estimate. He was the only contractor to provide certificates of insurance with his estimate. The work was completed within the estimated time frame and his team did an excellent job. I would definitely hire them again."

Tom S on October 2020

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Ralph Bidwell ( Handyman )

5.00(
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Ralph Bidwell ( Handyman )

5.00(
29
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Handy-Man/Remodeling/Project Manager: Job over-site with customer as the GC. Cost determined by job-time/day-labor, material trip fee charges apply. Paypal accepted (there is an up-fee to use PayPal that they charge roughly 2.9%) To established customers I offer 24 hr, emergency assistance. Free estimates—-Exceptions; assess add-ons, or repairs for resale or insurance claims with no intention to use services, to secure loans, to set pricing for resale, to itemize for self starters. I work with my family; Seth, Juliet, Sawyer, Aliea.

"Ralph and his crew were very efficient and punctual. His price estimates were fair and he managed cost and expenses very well. I would hire them again."

demetria r on May 2023

Handy-Man/Remodeling/Project Manager: Job over-site with customer as the GC. Cost determined by job-time/day-labor, material trip fee charges apply. Paypal accepted (there is an up-fee to use PayPal that they charge roughly 2.9%) To established customers I offer 24 hr, emergency assistance. Free estimates—-Exceptions; assess add-ons, or repairs for resale or insurance claims with no intention to use services, to secure loans, to set pricing for resale, to itemize for self starters. I work with my family; Seth, Juliet, Sawyer, Aliea.

"Ralph and his crew were very efficient and punctual. His price estimates were fair and he managed cost and expenses very well. I would hire them again."

demetria r on May 2023

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Trinity Contractors, Inc.

4.47(
34
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Trinity Contractors, Inc.

4.47(
34
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Customers say: Quick response
44 years of experience

Your Single Source for Total Service since 1981!

"We called them on August 16th last year because our unit upstairs was not cooling. A person came out, said that we were low on freon and added some. It cooled for half a day and then got hot again. We called again on the 17th, we were told there was a leak, they added freon said they thought they had fixed the leak. on the 20th, it got hot again upstairs, we called them to take a look. A differenct guy said the first guy didn't fix the leak but he would fix. For those service calls we paid almost $400 dollars. That was 6 months ago. Again our upstairs unit was not cooling. My son called and we got charged the emergency rate of $145 they spent 15 minutes and told us they would have to come out next morning. After their "inspection" we were told that we should have registered the upstairs unit as it was just out of warranty (We didn't install it, how were we supposed to know to "register" it) and that it was the coil leaking and the outside fan unit leaking (same one 6 months ago that was supposed to have been fixed). We were told that it would cost us $1500 dollars. We told them no thank you just put freon in, we got charged and an additional $560 labor and inspection fees. Do not use Trinity Contractors if you want the issue fixed and not be robbed blind. We will never use this contractor again."

Cheryl G on February 2018

Your Single Source for Total Service since 1981!

"We called them on August 16th last year because our unit upstairs was not cooling. A person came out, said that we were low on freon and added some. It cooled for half a day and then got hot again. We called again on the 17th, we were told there was a leak, they added freon said they thought they had fixed the leak. on the 20th, it got hot again upstairs, we called them to take a look. A differenct guy said the first guy didn't fix the leak but he would fix. For those service calls we paid almost $400 dollars. That was 6 months ago. Again our upstairs unit was not cooling. My son called and we got charged the emergency rate of $145 they spent 15 minutes and told us they would have to come out next morning. After their "inspection" we were told that we should have registered the upstairs unit as it was just out of warranty (We didn't install it, how were we supposed to know to "register" it) and that it was the coil leaking and the outside fan unit leaking (same one 6 months ago that was supposed to have been fixed). We were told that it would cost us $1500 dollars. We told them no thank you just put freon in, we got charged and an additional $560 labor and inspection fees. Do not use Trinity Contractors if you want the issue fixed and not be robbed blind. We will never use this contractor again."

Cheryl G on February 2018

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The Birmingham Handyman

5.00(
8
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The Birmingham Handyman

5.00(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

The Birmingham Handyman is a professional home repair and handyman service specializing in small jobs that take anywhere from an hour to a few days to complete. We have been helping homeowners in the Birmingham, AL areas with repairs, maintenance and improvements for over 25 years. Our workmanship is guaranteed and backed by our industry leading two year warranty.

"Great. Ralph is very knowledgeable and courteous."

Robert F on May 2018

The Birmingham Handyman is a professional home repair and handyman service specializing in small jobs that take anywhere from an hour to a few days to complete. We have been helping homeowners in the Birmingham, AL areas with repairs, maintenance and improvements for over 25 years. Our workmanship is guaranteed and backed by our industry leading two year warranty.

"Great. Ralph is very knowledgeable and courteous."

Robert F on May 2018

B J's Ornamental Iron

5.00(
4
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B J's Ornamental Iron

5.00(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Burglar Bars & Doors, Two Doors In One, Security Bars & Doors, Ornamental Iron Works, Wrought Iron Fences, Rails, Railings, Spiral Steps, Basement Columns, And Portable Welding.

Burglar Bars & Doors, Two Doors In One, Security Bars & Doors, Ornamental Iron Works, Wrought Iron Fences, Rails, Railings, Spiral Steps, Basement Columns, And Portable Welding.

H and S Construction

4.40(
5
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H and S Construction

4.40(
5
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Customers say: Super punctual
35 years of experience

S and H Construction cares about its clients from start too finish. we go above and beyond the call of duty too ensure all customers are 100% satisfied.we are truly dedicated and highly protected to keep a good name and standing with all our clients.we correctly complete assigned tasks and duties in a timely manner.we are sincere,reliable, and enthusiastic about each and every job. we have great work ethics and outstanding reults coupled with our enthusiasm to make all customers feel safe with our work iniatitives.we have the utmost sincerity in completing all assigned tasks.we value our knowledge in leadership and management techniques to ensure excellence reults.our hard work and performance and dedication are proven for excellence.we can be trusted with the most difficult assignments and complete the task.our attention to detail are second to none.with a can do attitude we are able to maintain a high state of proficiency ensuring superior performance far superior to other contractors.we work with all customers to make all jobs simple and easy and affordable.we offer various ways to financially help all customers.not all jobs are the same so all jobs are billed differently.we will work with each customer to make it as affordable as possible to get the job done.

S and H Construction cares about its clients from start too finish. we go above and beyond the call of duty too ensure all customers are 100% satisfied.we are truly dedicated and highly protected to keep a good name and standing with all our clients.we correctly complete assigned tasks and duties in a timely manner.we are sincere,reliable, and enthusiastic about each and every job. we have great work ethics and outstanding reults coupled with our enthusiasm to make all customers feel safe with our work iniatitives.we have the utmost sincerity in completing all assigned tasks.we value our knowledge in leadership and management techniques to ensure excellence reults.our hard work and performance and dedication are proven for excellence.we can be trusted with the most difficult assignments and complete the task.our attention to detail are second to none.with a can do attitude we are able to maintain a high state of proficiency ensuring superior performance far superior to other contractors.we work with all customers to make all jobs simple and easy and affordable.we offer various ways to financially help all customers.not all jobs are the same so all jobs are billed differently.we will work with each customer to make it as affordable as possible to get the job done.

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Welding questions, answered by experts

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

Yes, an LVL beam is more affordable than the cost of a steel I-beam, totaling between $50 and $200 per linear foot as opposed to the $100 to $400 per linear foot you’d pay for a steel I-beam. Not only is the wood material more affordable than steel, but it’s also more similar to traditional wooden beams and doesn’t require as much retrofitting to connect joists.

You should pick steel for your new support beam for a few reasons. While steel is more expensive than other materials, such as laminated veneer lumber or glulam, it offers the following benefits:

  • Fire-resistant

  • Unaffected by pests

  • Longer-lasting

  • Stronger against water damage (when galvanized against rust)

Some welding projects, such as repairing pipes or fences, require travel, whereas others, like furniture repair, do not necessarily require the welder to come to you. Travel and overhead factor into the overall cost of your welding project. Some of the most common welding projects include:

  • Metal furniture repair: $35–$100

  • Pipe repair: $200–$1,000

  • Small gates: $550–$750

  • Fencing: $1,200–$1,800

  • Fabricated sheet metal welding: $750–$2,500

Choosing the right metal fabricator for your project begins with research. Find a reputable fabrication company by searching for reputable contractors in your area, and then reviewing photos of their previous work, customer reviews, and photos of the company’s workshop.

Once you’ve narrowed down the list, contact the companies to ask about the types of metal fabrication projects they specialize and inquire about guarantees and warranties on workmanship. You should also ensure the company uses high-quality material, and ask about the schedule and turnaround time for your proposed project.

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