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Stephens custom paint and woodworks
New to Angi
Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Sumiton, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

10 years of various carpentry. Framing, remodeling, custom builds and installations. Custom furniture builds or repairs. Deck installation as well as fencing. 3 years automotive hvlp painting and paint repair, can use those skills in house and other paint projects with extensive skill. Capable of of\nMany small to medium jobs at a fairly high level of skill and knowledge.

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HISTORICAL HOMECRAFTERS INC
5.0(
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Sumiton, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"James (Historical Home Crafters) has built two houses for us (one in 1996 and one in 2019). We learned during the first construction project that James is professional, respectful, and takes pride in his work. Choosing him to build our new home was based on the experience we had the first time. His construction knowledge and experience combined with his integrity takes a lot of the stress out of building a new home. We highly recommend Historical Home Crafters."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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T&H Handyman Services
5.0(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Sumiton, AL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jason and his crew were absolutely amazing! Went above and beyond and I have his contact info saved now in my phone for anything needed in the future! Excited to find a handyman like Jason and his crew!"
Tile in greystone
Built porch
Tile floor
Built porch
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Collins decks and general contractor
5.0(
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Sumiton, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

"Awesome Job! This guy knows the Job, and my wife very happy with the exterior designs he recommended. surprisingly he came back after few days to checked back if anything we need him to adjust or redo. We said NO we love it. I already recommended him for family and friends, I will always call him back anything I need to do again! Thanks Collins… ?"
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Barndominium Builders FAQs, answered by experts

It is almost always more affordable to buy an existing home than to build a new one. Building a home involves numerous costs, including labor, permits, inspections, utility hookups, and brand-new materials, finishes, and appliances. Additionally, new construction loans can have higher interest rates than traditional mortgages, and property taxes on new homes are often higher, increasing long-term costs. An exception is a DIY house build, which can be cheaper than buying an existing home if you do the labor yourself. While building is generally more expensive, a new custom home offers complete control over the layout and design. Furthermore, new construction is typically worth more than a comparable pre-owned home and may provide a better return on investment if sold quickly.

Whether pole barn posts should be set in concrete depends on the soil surrounding your home. If your soil is compact and digging conditions are agreeable, then setting pole barn posts in concrete is an ideal option.

The term “cottage” is subjective, so there’s no rigid definition, but it generally refers to a small home with simple and purposeful architecture that embraces nature and focuses on charm over everything else. Cottages are typically 1 or 1 1/2-stories tall, usually with gabled roofs, and are built out of natural materials that help make the structure a part of the surrounding nature rather than something that stands out from it. A big part of what makes a cottage a cottage is the decor, which includes natural materials from the nearby area.

The best lumber for building will be the strongest and most eco-friendly wood your budget allows. That being said, Douglas fir, pine, oak, and maple are all common building materials. Contractors will use a strong, inexpensive wood to frame a house or other structure and finer woods like mahogany for detail work. 

A steel frame costs 10% to 20% more than a wood frame. Wood is a much easier material to work with, more accessible, and generally more affordable than steel—plus, you need specialized tools to work with steel.

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