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D & C Construction & Remodeling

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D & C Construction & Remodeling

4.83(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
142 local quotes requested

D&C Construction & Remodeling is a family-owned licensed and insured construction company in Vance, AL. Many commercial and residential property owners rely on us to complete projects of all types. You should, too. With nearly a decade of experience, we can handle any new construction or remodeling job, big or small.

"An excellent team of workers tore down the damaged exterior wall on one morning, them rebuilt it the next morning. The workers were very courteous, and friendly, worked almost silently and very efficiently. Not a lot of talk, each man knew what to do, and worked together as a well run team. They also did an excellent job of cleaning up the debris."

John R on July 2024

D&C Construction & Remodeling is a family-owned licensed and insured construction company in Vance, AL. Many commercial and residential property owners rely on us to complete projects of all types. You should, too. With nearly a decade of experience, we can handle any new construction or remodeling job, big or small.

"An excellent team of workers tore down the damaged exterior wall on one morning, them rebuilt it the next morning. The workers were very courteous, and friendly, worked almost silently and very efficiently. Not a lot of talk, each man knew what to do, and worked together as a well run team. They also did an excellent job of cleaning up the debris."

John R on July 2024

Durante Home Exteriors

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Durante Home Exteriors

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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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Mr. Handyman of Birmingham

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Mr. Handyman of Birmingham

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
513 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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EverSolutions LLC

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EverSolutions LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

EverSolutions LLC specializes in home improvement. This includes repairs and remodeling. We do home additions, framing, sheetrock, painting, trim work, doors and windows, bathroom and kitchen remodeling, decks, fences, tile, siding, pressure washing, gutter cleaning, and much more. We make sure the job gets done and gets done well. Your satisfaction is our satisfaction.

"It went very well. I couldn't be more pleased with the quality of work."

Lee W on August 2018

EverSolutions LLC specializes in home improvement. This includes repairs and remodeling. We do home additions, framing, sheetrock, painting, trim work, doors and windows, bathroom and kitchen remodeling, decks, fences, tile, siding, pressure washing, gutter cleaning, and much more. We make sure the job gets done and gets done well. Your satisfaction is our satisfaction.

"It went very well. I couldn't be more pleased with the quality of work."

Lee W on August 2018

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

4.84(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

Daniels Handyman Service

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Daniels Handyman Service

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I do minor things for homeowners. I hang TV's Put Ikea furniture together, I do Minor drywall work. Painting. I usually come alone and service most of northeast Alabama. If it can be done with basic tools I can probably do it. Free quotes.

I do minor things for homeowners. I hang TV's Put Ikea furniture together, I do Minor drywall work. Painting. I usually come alone and service most of northeast Alabama. If it can be done with basic tools I can probably do it. Free quotes.

CD Construction, Roofing and Restoration Services

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CD Construction, Roofing and Restoration Services

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19 years of experience

C D Construction, Roofing and Restoration Services Specializes in New Construction, Remodeling, Roofing, Deck and Fencing, Insurance Jobs, Plumbing and Electrical, Fire and Water Damage, Painting, Flooring,Concrete

C D Construction, Roofing and Restoration Services Specializes in New Construction, Remodeling, Roofing, Deck and Fencing, Insurance Jobs, Plumbing and Electrical, Fire and Water Damage, Painting, Flooring,Concrete

install4you.com, LLC

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install4you.com, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Please note: the best way to reach me is to call me directly @ (205) 612-8296. If you prefer email, please send to eddie@install4you.com, but it could take a day or two for an answer. install4you.com, LLC provides installation and/or assembly of almost anything for your home. Originally specializing in all types of window treatments (except shutters), I have developed expertise covering a wide variety of things you need done around the house and can't find anyone to do. I have researched, experimented, and developed reliable techniques for securing heavy objects on the wall--especially framed mirrors 80 to 150 pounds. I take on strange and unique projects and help create custom solutions for perplexing problems. I have restored antiques and keepsakes that soaked in hurricane Katrina's toxic sludge in New Orleans. I have repaired badly broken Boehm porcelain figurines. I built stairs and a bridge over ductwork in an attic after HVAC installers completely blocked access to a family's storage. I work patiently with homeowners who need a little extra understanding and explanation. For design professionals, I will help you complete the realization of your artistic vision. I can provide advance problem solving and measuring. My work has been part of articles in issues of Coastal Living and Birmingham Home and Garden magazines. I was a volunteer with ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition in Montgomery, AL. I also work in commercial settings with large-quantity jobs or where high quality work is demanded. From plain to frilly, period to modern, from easy to nearly impossible, I thoughtfully tackle every challenge as though I am doing the work in my own home. In business 1983 to 1995 and 2004 to present.

Please note: the best way to reach me is to call me directly @ (205) 612-8296. If you prefer email, please send to eddie@install4you.com, but it could take a day or two for an answer. install4you.com, LLC provides installation and/or assembly of almost anything for your home. Originally specializing in all types of window treatments (except shutters), I have developed expertise covering a wide variety of things you need done around the house and can't find anyone to do. I have researched, experimented, and developed reliable techniques for securing heavy objects on the wall--especially framed mirrors 80 to 150 pounds. I take on strange and unique projects and help create custom solutions for perplexing problems. I have restored antiques and keepsakes that soaked in hurricane Katrina's toxic sludge in New Orleans. I have repaired badly broken Boehm porcelain figurines. I built stairs and a bridge over ductwork in an attic after HVAC installers completely blocked access to a family's storage. I work patiently with homeowners who need a little extra understanding and explanation. For design professionals, I will help you complete the realization of your artistic vision. I can provide advance problem solving and measuring. My work has been part of articles in issues of Coastal Living and Birmingham Home and Garden magazines. I was a volunteer with ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition in Montgomery, AL. I also work in commercial settings with large-quantity jobs or where high quality work is demanded. From plain to frilly, period to modern, from easy to nearly impossible, I thoughtfully tackle every challenge as though I am doing the work in my own home. In business 1983 to 1995 and 2004 to present.

ANCLA Construction

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ANCLA Construction

4.80(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family business and take pride in everything that we do. We have been in business for over 18 years. We offer an extensive list of services.

We are a family business and take pride in everything that we do. We have been in business for over 18 years. We offer an extensive list of services.

David Taylor Construction

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David Taylor Construction

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We are dedicated in providing excellent service with competitive pricing. We have been in the construction industry for nearly 40 years. Serving both the residential and commercial industry. Our technicians are experienced and able to communicate to our customers answers to questions that may arise during the work contracted by them.

We are dedicated in providing excellent service with competitive pricing. We have been in the construction industry for nearly 40 years. Serving both the residential and commercial industry. Our technicians are experienced and able to communicate to our customers answers to questions that may arise during the work contracted by them.

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Birmingham, AL

A bomb shelter is an abode built to withstand disaster. Bomb shelters may refer to a space or bunker that can protect inhabitants through a hypothetical nuclear attack, apocalypse, or any other massive crisis. People usually build bomb shelters underground and stock them to live there a few days to a month at a time. Doomsday bunkers accommodate long-term living rather than just through a short crisis.

Builders construct bomb shelters with reinforced steel, box culvert, concrete, or other durable materials (but many professionals do not recommend shipping containers, as they’re not designed to live underground. If building underground, you’ll first have to excavate land before building the actual structure. You’ll have to implement air and water filtration systems, septic systems, and power supply.

It takes a lot of experience to safely and legally construct a bomb shelter, not to mention make sure it’s fit to live in for extended periods of time. It’s best to talk to a residential structural engineer near you for proper guidance.

The current standard filtration systems require filtering both air and water. For air, you’ll want an NBC filter system, which both domestic and international producers make. NBC stands for Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical, which filters out all three. If you’re only building your shelter for natural disasters, chemical attacks, and biological attacks, you may opt for the less expensive HEPA filter system. 

Water filtration requires the same level of care. You’ll likely want to have a large water storage capacity to survive short-term disasters. For long-term living, you’ll want to have a water filtration system.

Rising S bunker prices depend on the size, ranging anywhere from $20,000 to $9 million. Their least expensive model is 96 square feet while their most expensive model has a gym, swimming pool, hot tub, and bowling alley.

  • Mini: $45,500

  • Standard Bomb Shelter: $67,500–$109,500

  • Silver Leaf: $140,000–$182,500

  • Admiral: $180,000–$500,000

  • Xtreme: $450,000–$780,000

  • Xtreme Bunker Complex: $840,000–$1,830,000

  • Luxury Series: $3,800,000–$9,600,000

You almost always need a permit to build a bunker on land with any type of public utilities running through it. You’ll want to check with your local building code enforcement agency to see if this is the case for your area. 

Because you’re building a structural component that often requires electricity, water, and sewage services, you’ll need to apply for permits to attach these utilities to your new property. However, off-grid-only units in rural areas may not need all or any of the permitting you’d normally find in more urban settings.

To survive a nuclear blast, you’ll need to have your bunker at least three feet underground. However, it’s usually advisable to put it further underground. To survive a close strike, you’ll want to have the bunker at least 10 feet down and with five-foot thick reinforced concrete. However, knowing exactly how deep to build depends on the size of the blast you’re trying to avoid. Most bunkers don’t need to be more than 5 feet below the ground. 

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