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B&D Home Services LLC
4.8(
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Serving Shelby, 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%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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EPIC Home Services, LLC
4.0(
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Serving Shelby, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1976

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Epic did a 1st rate job! My 11 year-old PT Wood deck showed signs of rot. They gave me an initial estimate and we signed a contract, 60% due at signing, 40% upon completion. It included a DETAILED Scope of Work list. As work began they found more damage. Each time more damage was uncovered, they gave me an Additional Work Order, 50% due on signing, 50% due upon completion. Each AWO contained another DETAILED LIST of what was being fixed. 4 AWOs were required in all, The process took 12 calendar days (minus 3 day weekend and 1 Sunday), net 8 work days total! I paid NONE of the Upon Completion payments until the work was finished and I was happy. They followed up the next day to see if I found anything that was not done right. I gave them one item to finish, they did that within 2 days. It was a beautiful upgrade from old, stained PT wood decking to TREX! I am VERY satisfied!"
Response time1 day
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Alabama Professional Services, Inc.
4.0(
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Serving Shelby, 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 Wall

+3

Response time1 day
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Hammer & Saw
5.0(
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Serving Shelby, 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.

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Martin Customs, LLC
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Serving Shelby, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I contracted with Kevin Martin’s company to build a new deck. He and his wife were very good and dependable communicators who kept me advised as to the schedule of materials delivery and crew’s work days. They built a beautiful and structurally safe deck with a modern railing. I highly recommend Kevin’s company for any constructionjob"
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

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.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

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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