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Durante Home Exteriors
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Durante Home Exteriors
Located In,
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1385 local quotes requested

Durante locally serves customers throughout BIRMINGHAM, HUNTSVILLE, and NASHVILLE metro areas. We are not a chain or a franchise-we're local and we are one of the most trusted names in the home improvement industry! Durante offers outrageously GREAT Customer Service, and when you call our offices you will always speak to a LIVE person who is friendly and ready to serve you! At Durante Home Exteriors, we want to help you, we want to spoil you and we want to make your home look its best! That‘s what you should expect from Durante Home Exteriors. We have hundreds upon hundreds of satisfied customers that turned to Durante for their Home Improvement needs and we have the pictures and testimonials to prove it! If you want a company that’s 100% focused on YOU call US!

Durante locally serves customers throughout BIRMINGHAM, HUNTSVILLE, and NASHVILLE metro areas. We are not a chain or a franchise-we're local and we are one of the most trusted names in the home improvement industry! Durante offers outrageously GREAT Customer Service, and when you call our offices you will always speak to a LIVE person who is friendly and ready to serve you! At Durante Home Exteriors, we want to help you, we want to spoil you and we want to make your home look its best! That‘s what you should expect from Durante Home Exteriors. We have hundreds upon hundreds of satisfied customers that turned to Durante for their Home Improvement needs and we have the pictures and testimonials to prove it! If you want a company that’s 100% focused on YOU call US!


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Woodford Residential
813 GREEN SPRINGS HWY
5.00(
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Woodford Residential
813 GREEN SPRINGS HWY
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
126 local quotes requested

Woodford Residential is an outdoor construction company serving residents of central Alabama, specializing in porch additions, driveways & privacy fences. Licensed, Insured and BBB accredited. Check out more of our work on Facebook @woodfordresidential

"Great job! Looking forward to working with again!"

Summer K on April 2025

Woodford Residential is an outdoor construction company serving residents of central Alabama, specializing in porch additions, driveways & privacy fences. Licensed, Insured and BBB accredited. Check out more of our work on Facebook @woodfordresidential

"Great job! Looking forward to working with again!"

Summer K on April 2025


Nicholas Fencing and Decking
1140 Dogwood Lane
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Nicholas Fencing and Decking
1140 Dogwood Lane
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1194 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Nicholas Fencing and Decking is a locally owned and operated fencing and deck building company. serving the Birmingham area. Give us a call today for any Fencing, Porch or Deck needs!

Nicholas Fencing and Decking is a locally owned and operated fencing and deck building company. serving the Birmingham area. Give us a call today for any Fencing, Porch or Deck needs!


Jose Construction
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Jose Construction
Based In
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
290 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Great I have no issues with the work"

Elmer B on October 2024

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Great I have no issues with the work"

Elmer B on October 2024


Peoples Contracting
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Peoples Contracting
Located In:
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
234 local quotes requested

We specialize in custom decks and porches! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"They did a really good job"

Mark M F on January 2025

We specialize in custom decks and porches! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"They did a really good job"

Mark M F on January 2025


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Nick's Woodwork
Located In:
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Nick's Woodwork
Located In:
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
282 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Home Remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"He was always on time. He got everything done on time and did an amazing job! I would definitely hire him again. I’m so happy with my new deck🤗"

Tonya V on April 2025

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Home Remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"He was always on time. He got everything done on time and did an amazing job! I would definitely hire him again. I’m so happy with my new deck🤗"

Tonya V on April 2025


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W&C Sullivan Properties
130 Ellis Lane
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W&C Sullivan Properties
130 Ellis Lane
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
716 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Custom Home Building, Renovations, Decks, Patios, Landscaping and Excavation services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"W and C Sullivan Properties provided great service. We hired them for a backyard landscaping project that included installing a french drain, connecting downspouts, and adding river rock and stone edging to multiple flowerbeds. The response time was prompt when scheduling and coming out to provide the estimate, communication was great throughout the project, and the price was reasonable. Will and his crew completed the job quickly in 2 days, were very professional, neat, and cleaned up after themselves. We are very pleased with the outcome and would recommend working with them."

Eldrick T on June 2025

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Custom Home Building, Renovations, Decks, Patios, Landscaping and Excavation services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"W and C Sullivan Properties provided great service. We hired them for a backyard landscaping project that included installing a french drain, connecting downspouts, and adding river rock and stone edging to multiple flowerbeds. The response time was prompt when scheduling and coming out to provide the estimate, communication was great throughout the project, and the price was reasonable. Will and his crew completed the job quickly in 2 days, were very professional, neat, and cleaned up after themselves. We are very pleased with the outcome and would recommend working with them."

Eldrick T on June 2025


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Home Maintenance Associates, Inc.
4000 Eagle Point Corp Drive
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Home Maintenance Associates, Inc.
4000 Eagle Point Corp Drive
4.13(
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Customers say: Quality work
389 local quotes requested
34 years of experience

One of our Specialties is whole bath renovations and custom showers. Check out our bathroom galleries on our website. In edition to renovations of all types we are an approved claim service provider for flood, wind, fire and water damage. Serving the Birmingham area for over 34 years. We have maintained an A plus rating with the BBB for the entirety of that time. We also build decks and screen rooms. We specialize in all types of home remodeling. Call us for all Interior renovations from the front door to the back. We can get you ready for market or just give your home a fresh look. Call us today for all your renovation needs.

One of our Specialties is whole bath renovations and custom showers. Check out our bathroom galleries on our website. In edition to renovations of all types we are an approved claim service provider for flood, wind, fire and water damage. Serving the Birmingham area for over 34 years. We have maintained an A plus rating with the BBB for the entirety of that time. We also build decks and screen rooms. We specialize in all types of home remodeling. Call us for all Interior renovations from the front door to the back. We can get you ready for market or just give your home a fresh look. Call us today for all your renovation needs.


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Mr. Handyman of Birmingham
402 Office Park Dr
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Mr. Handyman of Birmingham
402 Office Park Dr
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
551 local quotes requested

Our reliable team of experts will tackle everything on your to-do list, including home maintenance, repair, and improvement projects. Each one of our service technicians brings over 15 years of experience and are direct company employees - no subcontractors. Locally operated with offices in Mountain Brook and backed by the standards of the nation's top handyman - all work is backed by our Done Right Guarantee!

"Good!"

Angela V on March 2021

Our reliable team of experts will tackle everything on your to-do list, including home maintenance, repair, and improvement projects. Each one of our service technicians brings over 15 years of experience and are direct company employees - no subcontractors. Locally operated with offices in Mountain Brook and backed by the standards of the nation's top handyman - all work is backed by our Done Right Guarantee!

"Good!"

Angela V on March 2021


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Alabama Total Home Services
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Alabama Total Home Services
4.80(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
353 local quotes requested

AL Total Home Services provides the following services: Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery Laminate Wood or Stone Floor Stamped Concrete Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain Shrubs - Trim or Remove Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal Interior Painting or Staining Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) Storm Door Lawn and Garden Sprinkler System - Repair Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps Brick, Stone or Block Wall Outdoor Play Equipment Interior or Exterior Painting or Staining - Small Projects Brick and Stone Driveways & Floors - Install Concrete Patios, Walks & Steps - Install Interlocking Pavers for Patios, Walks & Steps - Install or Replace Drywall - Repair - For Business Plaster - Repair - For Business Laminate Wood or Stone Floor - Install - Materials Provided by Consumer - For Business Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain Laminate Wood or Stone Floor - Install - Materials Not Provided by Consumer - For Business Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - Materials Not Provided by Consumer - For Business Plaster Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain Lawn Care - Fall / Spring Clean Up Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps Garage Door Opener Cabinets - Install & Repair Brick and Stone Driveways & Floors Doors Carpentry Framing Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings Disability Ramps Vinyl Siding Wood or Fiber-Cement Siding Door or Window Screens Deck or Porch Wood Fence Luxury Vinyl Flooring Doors - Install or Replace Drywall Brick & Stone Flatwork Foundation Drainage Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation Home Theater Wiring Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain Smart Home System Appliance (Smaller Size) - Install or Replace Appliance (Microwave Oven) - Install or Replace Interlocking Pavers for Driveways & Floors Garage Organizers Pre-Manufactured Cabinets Wood Fence Concrete Floors

"Matt & Chris are awesome! I have a very large deck, so we knew the job would take two days. Matt pressure washed one day, let it dry, and then returned to stain it. The finished result was beautiful! They are very personable guys and I look forward to working with this company again."

Tammy M on June 2024

AL Total Home Services provides the following services: Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery Laminate Wood or Stone Floor Stamped Concrete Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain Shrubs - Trim or Remove Deck, Fence, Patio or Porch - Clean and Seal Interior Painting or Staining Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) Storm Door Lawn and Garden Sprinkler System - Repair Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps Brick, Stone or Block Wall Outdoor Play Equipment Interior or Exterior Painting or Staining - Small Projects Brick and Stone Driveways & Floors - Install Concrete Patios, Walks & Steps - Install Interlocking Pavers for Patios, Walks & Steps - Install or Replace Drywall - Repair - For Business Plaster - Repair - For Business Laminate Wood or Stone Floor - Install - Materials Provided by Consumer - For Business Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain Laminate Wood or Stone Floor - Install - Materials Not Provided by Consumer - For Business Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - Materials Not Provided by Consumer - For Business Plaster Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain Lawn Care - Fall / Spring Clean Up Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps Garage Door Opener Cabinets - Install & Repair Brick and Stone Driveways & Floors Doors Carpentry Framing Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings Disability Ramps Vinyl Siding Wood or Fiber-Cement Siding Door or Window Screens Deck or Porch Wood Fence Luxury Vinyl Flooring Doors - Install or Replace Drywall Brick & Stone Flatwork Foundation Drainage Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation Home Theater Wiring Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain Smart Home System Appliance (Smaller Size) - Install or Replace Appliance (Microwave Oven) - Install or Replace Interlocking Pavers for Driveways & Floors Garage Organizers Pre-Manufactured Cabinets Wood Fence Concrete Floors

"Matt & Chris are awesome! I have a very large deck, so we knew the job would take two days. Matt pressure washed one day, let it dry, and then returned to stain it. The finished result was beautiful! They are very personable guys and I look forward to working with this company again."

Tammy M on June 2024

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FAQs for shed, barn or playhouse building service projects in Birmingham, AL

The ideal depth for a root cellar depends on your local frost line and climate conditions. The goal is to achieve a consistent temperature between 32°F and 60°F year-round. In warmer southern regions, you may need deeper excavation or supplemental cooling systems, while northern areas focus more on preventing freezing. 

Understanding your soil composition and water table is essential for determining appropriate depth and drainage needs to maintain a stable environment for your stored produce.

Most municipalities require permits for root cellar construction, particularly for projects involving excavation or structural modifications. Permit costs range from $1,200 to $2,000, depending on your location. 

The application process often requires submitting detailed plans showing drainage solutions and structural elements. Checking local regulations early in your planning process helps avoid potential fines or construction delays, especially for projects near property lines or those requiring utility connections.

Professional root cellar construction spans several weeks, with timelines varying based on design complexity and weather conditions. The process includes initial excavation, foundation work, structural construction, ventilation installation, and finishing touches. Permit processing and inspections add to the timeline. 

Working with experienced professionals results in more efficient completion compared to DIY approaches, though seasonal factors and contractor availability can affect scheduling.

Concrete represents the most common material choice for permanent root cellars due to its durability and moisture resistance. For above-ground structures, properly sealed pressure-treated lumber offers good performance at lower cost. 

Effective insulation is crucial regardless of construction type, with different materials suited to various climate conditions. Quality doors with proper seals help maintain consistent internal conditions, while corrosion-resistant hardware ensures longevity in humid environments.

Most produce stores work best at humidity levels between 80% and 90%. A hygrometer (costing approximately $25) helps monitor conditions accurately. For low humidity, placing containers of water or damp materials in the cellar can increase moisture levels. 

When humidity rises too high, improving air circulation through adjustable vents helps reduce excess moisture. Different crops may require varying humidity levels, so organizing your storage accordingly helps optimize preservation. Regular maintenance prevents condensation buildup and potential mold issues.

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