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HISTORICAL HOMECRAFTERS INC
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Serving Trafford, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

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"We had been working with an architect, considering whether to remodel or start from scratch. James Wagnon, owner and founder of Historical, was very helpful during that phase with price estimates and descriptions of challenges we would face in remodeling and expanding, which convinced us appropriately that we would be better off replacing the old cabin. Everyone agreed, including the architect, once James explained all the issues. The architect’s designs were significantly beyond our price range, however, so we put the project on hold. James stayed in touch with us and told us he thought he could deliver most of what we wanted within our price range, so we started working on plans with him. He produced new plans himself which required many long conversations. He was extremely patient as we worked up all the details of the new house, also offering great advice based on his experience. He wouldn’t start work, and didn’t charge anything for all of his time on the front end, until we had negotiated a firm price on the completed house which could only be changed through a well organized and transparent change order process. Once the contract was settled, James immediately started work and delivered us a beautiful new house with 3000 square feet of heated and cooled space over 4500 feet of space under roof in 7 1/2 months. He was totally hands on, always available to discuss issues, and made changes as necessary; in every case, he was able to tell us the cost in time and money of any change we contemplated to the original plan. We really enjoyed working with James and were impressed at every turn by his organization, his work ethic, and his integrity. My wife’s only complaint about James was that he was so committed to his schedule of completion, which he met, that she felt pressure from him to meet with designers to pick out colors, cabinets, hardware, etc. He has also been thorough and committed to resolving all punch list items, which are inevitable in a project of this size. We recommend James absolutely without qualification for any job of any size he is willing to take on."
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Beverage Enterprises LLC
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Serving Trafford, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Beverage Ent. did home renovations for the company I was previously employed by. They probably renovated around 20 homes for us. Chad is a trustworthy individual that will get the job done. I would recommend using using this company."
Condo Updates: LVP Flooring and Repainting
Custom Tile Work in Kitchens
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Landscaping and Painting
Custom Backsplash and Cabinets

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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Quality Restorations, Inc.
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Serving Trafford, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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Emergency services offered

"Living 900 miles away and trying to sell your previous home is stressful enough without having to worry about needed repairs on the vacant home. Quality Restoration had performed the first home inspection for a potential buyer and although the sale fell through, I appreciated the professionalism in which this company handled the estimate of needed repairs and how they walked me through each one. I chose them to perform numerous repairs on windows, plumbing, painting, and an entire roof so that the house would be ready for another buyer. When the next buyer came along and performed their inspection, as is typical, they found a few more items that required repair, according to them. I asked Quality Restoration to address these and keep in mind, this time spans 5 months and I never saw the repairs that had been performed. Obviously my agent had seen them and was pleased and I felt I could trust these guys. To me, that's as important as the quality and performance they showed and they did a fantastic job on all. I also found them very responsive, even after I paid them as I discovered a small leak when we arrived to clean out our home. I called and they were there within two hours, found the issue and made the repair on the spot. I highly recommend Quality Restoration, Inc., for their capability, performance and dedication to customer satisfaction.
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Choice Home Warranty
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Serving Trafford, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"My microwave failed and, after a very rapid response and a complete evaluation by a technician, Choice Home Warranty decided it was better to replace it. I got a Lowe's debit card for a significant amount and acquired a brand new Microwave to replace our old one. I am very happy with the response and action of Choice Home warranty on my account with them."
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Home Building questions, answered by experts

Above all, the downside to building a new house is a longer timeline. You need several months to finish the build, depending on the supply chain and labor availability in the meantime. Building a home compared to buying one is also more expensive, both in the building process and when it comes to mortgage rates and property taxes.

Custom homes can take an average of 18 months to build, mainly due to the lengthy design process, and most projects take somewhere between 12 and 24 months. When you work with the right custom home builders near you, they can help you map the road ahead and understand what can speed up or delay the timeline. Choosing locally available materials, for example, can speed things up without losing that customized touch.

Green homes are often more expensive to build, averaging around $200 per square foot compared to the $150 per square foot you’d spend to build a standard home. However, green homes can save you money on your utility bills by consuming less energy or creating energy using solar panels or wind turbines on-site. They’re more expensive to build, but they often end up costing less in the long run.

Start by researching local contractors with experience in cottage construction. Ask for references, check licensing and insurance, and review completed projects. Compare multiple bids, making sure each includes the same scope of work. A good contractor will communicate clearly, provide a detailed contract, and ensure all work meets code and safety standards.

Modular homes are cost-effective, energy-efficient, and faster to build than traditional homes. They also offer customizable designs.

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