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Syntreme, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Top-notch customer service from start to finish! Stephanie, the owner of the company, explained all of my options, including the least expensive option, which proved she was not just trying to make the most money off my job."
Architectural Roof
Architectural Roof
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+103

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.4(
28
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with Sentri Homes - their customer service was excellent. They sent a subcontractor to install some vinyl laminate in my bathroom and he ended up getting glue all over the carpet in our bedroom. The sub ended up ghosting both me and Sentri, leaving me stuck with a ruined carpet. Sentri stuck with me for over a month to get the carpet replaced with the identical original and to get the vinyl job 100% completed. The carpet was a Home Depot exclusive and Sentri handled everything with them. I will be using Sentri for a much bigger renovation I have coming up soon, because I know that they will make sure everything gets done right no matter what problems come up. The vinyl looks great too."
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Ancient Path Handyman Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had several small projects to complete, including replacement/installation of a bathroom vent fan, replacement of a dryer vent hose and minor deck and fence repairs. Micah Douglas was responsive, knowledgeable and friendly. I am very happy with the quality of the work done and would hire him again."
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Enlarging Door Case Opening/Trim/Building Closet Shelving
Beginning to frame new clothesline posts.

+152

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Prime Management
4.7(
180
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professionally everything discussed was done. The crew was like a well oiled engine. Couldn’t ask for a better roofing installation. Well pleased would recommend to anyone. Thank you Prime Management hope you stay as busy as you want to be. Again thank you Matt and the crew amazing."
Remodeling - General Project
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+47

Recommended by96%of homeowners
Complete Home Repair
4.9(
38
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

"We recently bought a house and have hired a few companies to work on different projects. What we learned from the process is good handyman is hard to come by. That is why we feel very fortunate to find Complete Home Repair. Al and his sons are truly excellent. They worked on our house for 6 days on various things. They were always on time, polite, and thoughtful. We felt comfortable to leave them in the house, but we met every morning to discuss the work on previous day. They did a fabulous job. On the top of that, for whatever concern we had, they also went the extra mile to address it. 
I want to share a small detail that I think shows Al's true color. One of the projects is Al installing a screen door for us. We agreed that if it takes more than 1 hour, he will charge more. On the next day, when I asked him how long it took him to finish the installation, Al told me exactly one hour. He could have told me longer and charged me more, but he didn't. 
This is the second time we hired Al. We are sure that it will not be the last time. He not only earns our business, but also wins our heart. Highly recommended!!
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Evans Painting
4.6(
61
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Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1938

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I provided my own paint for the hall bath. The paint color I selected was much yellower (is that a word?) that I expected. They were nice enough to help me get the correct color. Lesson learned - let the experts do their job. They were able to get the work done in a day and did not charge me for the extra trip to get the extra paint. I would use them again.
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Shawn Dodson Remodeling
5.0(
9
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Serving Birmingham, 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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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for carpentry framing installation projects in Birmingham, AL

Professional contractors complete basement framing in three to five days, depending on the size and complexity of your space. Projects with simple, open layouts progress faster than those with multiple rooms and corners. DIY framers should expect the job to take significantly longer, potentially seven to 10 days or more, depending on experience level and available time. The timeline doesn't include other aspects of basement finishing like drywall installation, electrical work, or finishing touches, which extend the overall renovation schedule.

Most municipalities require building permits for basement framing projects. These permits cost between $1,200 and $2,000, ensuring your renovation meets local building codes for safety and structural integrity. Working without proper permits can result in penalties, forced removal of completed work, and complications when selling your home. Your local building department can provide specific information about permit requirements, inspection schedules, and any special considerations for basement renovations in your area.

For basement framing, use pressure-treated lumber for bottom plates (the horizontal boards that contact concrete floors) to prevent moisture damage and rot. Standard kiln-dried lumber is suitable for wall studs and top plates that don't directly contact concrete surfaces. The most common lumber dimension for basement wall framing is two-by-four, though some situations may call for two-by-six lumber to accommodate thicker insulation. Always check local building codes, as some jurisdictions have specific requirements for basement framing materials.

You can install drywall after framing is complete and inspected, but several important steps should happen first. Ensure any electrical, plumbing, or HVAC rough-ins are completed and inspected before closing up walls. Installing insulation between studs is highly recommended for temperature control and moisture management. Drywall installation adds an average of $3 to $4 per linear foot to your project, with painting costing an additional $2 to $6 per square foot. Address any moisture concerns before enclosing walls to prevent future damage and mold issues.

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