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Bradford Contracting Company
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Serving Madison, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

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"Any kind of construction is stressful. Matt, Dave, and Zac made the process easy and painless. Their professionalism and expertise was much appreciated. There was great communication during the whole process. My deck is beautiful and ready for Springtime. Thank you to the whole team for the great work you did. I will be contacting them soon to build a fence. I highly recommend them for your next project."
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+27

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Casa Grande Construction
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Serving Madison, 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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Response time1 day
Response rate85%
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Alaryn LLC
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Serving Madison, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"Mr. Boyle looked at what needed to be done. Got his tools, supplies and ladder and started working. He even had to crawl around on the roof and lean over to reach some spots."
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Response time5 days
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Masterpiece Builders
4.5(
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Serving Madison, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"He was a diligent worker with an eye for detail. We had multiple projects for him and he finished each one with great results. I would highly recommend him."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Complete Restoration Services Inc
4.7(
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Serving Madison, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

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"They responded immediately when contacted and quoted the price lower than others I had contacted. Once I received my Versa Lift, Chris came out and installed it in an extremely timely manner. The work performed was exactly what I had hoped for. They were very knowledgeable and completely cleaned up after themselves. I would highly recommend them and will definitely use them again when needed!"
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+7

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Sir Fix Alot
5.0(
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Serving Madison, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

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"Mr. Keith did an amazing job closing in our garage and building shelves and cabinets for us! They turned out beautiful! Way more than I ever expected. He did other projects for us as well. We were simply amazed with the quality of his work. Mr. Keith was very friendly and kind. He would take time out of his day to talk to my children and our family dogs. If I ever had a question, he was willing to stop what he was doing to fully answer. We definitely recommend Mr. Keith!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
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Alabama Professional Services, Inc.
4.0(
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Serving Madison, 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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+3

Response time1 day
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Butler & Associates Construction, Inc
5.0(
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Serving Madison, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"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

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

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. 

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.

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

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.

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