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Handyman Unlimited
4.7(
156
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Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tim was open to comments pro or con. If it was a con he would do what needed to be done to make it right. If it was a pro he appreciated the comment and would build on it. He went the extra mile to make me happy. Thank you again Tim. Don"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Associated Builders & Remodeling LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

We take great pride in 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. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Watkins Home Improvement
4.6(
36
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Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I cannot say enough about the performance of this company. Everything we asked of them was completed to perfection! We had major problems with water damage on the roof, and flooring that needed to be leveled. They paid careful attention to my vision of a new gable and completed that beyond my expectations, and now my floor is also nice and level. My kitchen cabinets were painted beautifully. There were so many other repairs they took care of for us and all were performed with expert skill and care. Every quote was reasonably priced so we never felt the need to negotiate a lower quote. They always showed up on time, and put in a full days work everyday. After everything was completed and they had left, we would have never known we had work done. Everything was picked up and clean. They even ran a big magnet over the yard making sure nails and screws were not left behind from the roofing project. These are gentlemen, all four of them. Never heard cussing and there was not inappropriate behavior. They couldn’t tell me enough how much they appreciated our business, imagine that! Asked if I would use them again for work, “big or small”, ABSOLUTELY!! I have already asked them to please schedule a time to build a new dock for our lake and a back porch deck. Thank You, Thank You, Watkins Home Improvement for taking such excellent care of us in this world of cons and fraud."
Remodeling - General Project
General Remodeling Project
Luxurious pressure washing and painting
Same day installation
Kitchen renovation

+181

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Alabama Professional Services, Inc.
4.0(
243
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Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The consultant was knowledgeable and honest. He told me that I didn't need his services for this project and recommended a different direction for the repairs. I noticed that his business card advertised other services, and I hired him to provide termite protection for both our buildings."
 Encapsulation 1
 Sealed Super Sump
 Sump amd liner
Leaking Wall
Sealed Wall

+3

Response time1 day
460 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Z Construction & Remodeling LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Z construction and remodeling did a great job painting the exterior of our house. Z provided professional services, offered a competitive estimate and completed the project efficiently. He and his team were punctual and cleaned up the work area before leaving each day. His attention to detail is exceptional and the end result impressive as our house looks great! Thank you, Z!!!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

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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