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

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I've hired the Watkins team on several remodeling projects and they performed the work in a professional timely efficient manner. They even made recommendations that would save time and money which at the same time improved the outcome of the project. I plan on making other improvements and already know that I will use the Watkins team again."
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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Mighty Masonry
5.0(
8
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Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Outstanding company. Owner is amazing. She listens attentively to what you want done. She aims to please, making sure you are fully satisfied before you pay. Her team built our firepit, installed sod for our backyard, and selected and delivered the right rocks we needed for soaked areas from rain on our property. She provides high quality services at very reasonable prices. Owner also is highly knowledgeable and well versed in so many areas involving home ownership. She is very ethical, dependable and reliable. I highly recommend Mighty Masonry and absolutely will and plan to use them again."
Masonry Project
Masonry Project
Fencing Project
Masonry Project
Masonry Project

+105

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
R&B Construction LLC
4.6(
9
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Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

"I got a custom shower and new floor. The crew is fantastic. Knowledgeable and listened to exactly what I wanted. They were prompt to arrive, completed the job in the time promised, affordable, respectful, they cleaned up ALL of their supplies and mess when the job was done. Took measures to protect the walkway to the area of the house where the work was completed. I really can’t say enough foot things about this company and crew."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Flooring Sales/Installation/Repair Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+25

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Shawn Dodson Remodeling
5.0(
9
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Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shawn is very hardworking and honest. We were very impressed with his determination to complete tasks well and in a timely manner, even when the weather was very hot. His goal was to please us, help us with wise advice to work through some areas without creating more problems for ourselves, and was always kind and friendly. He has been willing to readdress the very small areas that seemed to need it at no added cost, even when it proved not to be the direct result of his work (new gutters stopped up faster than expected, so he cleaned them out for us)."
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+12

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FAQs for contractor service projects in Salem, AL

Generally, general contractors charge between $50 and $150 hourly, though not every contractor charges by the hour. If charging based on the project, you can expect a markup of 10% to 20% of the construction cost. You can expect to pay between $300 and $500 daily if charged by the day.

General contractors are the ones that coordinate home construction projects. They are in charge of the day-to-day oversight of the subcontractors to ensure that the project is completed on time and to resolve problems as they arise. General contractors:

  • Complete pre-construction planning, both with the customer and crew

  • Provide realistic cost estimates

  • Develop construction timelines

  • Ensure deadlines are met

  • Acquire permits as needed

  • Purchase supplies and materials

Before hiring a general contractor for your home project, it’s a great idea to write down a list of questions to discuss with each prospect. Some example questions to get you started include:

  • Which types of insurance do you carry?

  • Can you provide a list of references?

  • What is the expected timeline for this project?

  • How will my project be supervised?

  • Will you hire subcontractors for the job?

  • What is the best way to communicate changes?

  • Will you obtain all of the required building permits?

While city and state laws vary on general contractor licensing requirements, hiring an unlicensed general contractor could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local general contractor guidelines for your area.

As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:

  • The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check

  • Required to have applicable state and local licenses

  • Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review

  • Paying to advertise their services

  • Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi

Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.

Yes, most general contractors require a down payment for project completion. A reasonable down payment for a contractor is 10% to 25% of the total project cost, though that will vary based on project size and location. The down payment helps cover the upfront costs of materials and permits and helps ensure payment for the project at hand. 

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