Featured in the December 2018 issue of HGTV Magazine, Altract Co. combines the expertise of Chad Vickers and Bryant Darby. Together, this team has the knowledge, expertise, and trustworthiness to help the home and business owner plan and attain their project goals and dreams. Altract was awarded the 2021 top 25 Business Excellence Award by the University of Alabama at Birmingham and also recognized by the Birmingham Business Association and HomeAdvisor as Birmingham's number one residential painting company due to our focus on customer experience and ability to offer many different options that best fit their needs. Please call us for a free estimate or referrals. Bryant Darby: (205) 916-8185
"We are very pleased with our finished project! Bryant was involved from the initial consult through completion. We appreciated his professionalism, expertise, clear communication, helpful advice and responsiveness. He truly wanted us to be happy with the results. The estimate was reasonable. His crew arrived on time, and worked efficiently and neatly. Would highly recommend Altract Co.!"
Ernest R on May 2025
Featured in the December 2018 issue of HGTV Magazine, Altract Co. combines the expertise of Chad Vickers and Bryant Darby. Together, this team has the knowledge, expertise, and trustworthiness to help the home and business owner plan and attain their project goals and dreams. Altract was awarded the 2021 top 25 Business Excellence Award by the University of Alabama at Birmingham and also recognized by the Birmingham Business Association and HomeAdvisor as Birmingham's number one residential painting company due to our focus on customer experience and ability to offer many different options that best fit their needs. Please call us for a free estimate or referrals. Bryant Darby: (205) 916-8185
"We are very pleased with our finished project! Bryant was involved from the initial consult through completion. We appreciated his professionalism, expertise, clear communication, helpful advice and responsiveness. He truly wanted us to be happy with the results. The estimate was reasonable. His crew arrived on time, and worked efficiently and neatly. Would highly recommend Altract Co.!"
Ernest R on May 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"They did a great job and were very flexible to work with."
Garrett P on May 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"They did a great job and were very flexible to work with."
Garrett P on May 2025
INTERIOR & EXTERIOR CONSTRUCTION, PAINTING AND CLEANING. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Went very well. Good quality work. Very dependable. They showed up at 8 and worked til 5 three days in a row. Finished the job on day 4. They did interior and exterior work. They completely transformed our garage with paint and drywall. We were more than satisfied. Fair in pricing as well. We highly recommend this company."
Phillip S on April 2025
INTERIOR & EXTERIOR CONSTRUCTION, PAINTING AND CLEANING. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Went very well. Good quality work. Very dependable. They showed up at 8 and worked til 5 three days in a row. Finished the job on day 4. They did interior and exterior work. They completely transformed our garage with paint and drywall. We were more than satisfied. Fair in pricing as well. We highly recommend this company."
Phillip S on April 2025
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
I built custom and stilt houses in Florida for many years with my sons. I now live in Tuscaloosa and do home improvements of all sizes and types. I work in the surrounding areas including Birmingham. I am older and very dependable. I look forward to going to work everyday. There is nothing connected to homes that I cannot do. I give free estimates, and offer expert advise. I can help you lay out a kitchen or bath remodel, including moving walls, doors, and windows. Please call me at (205) 534-9362
I built custom and stilt houses in Florida for many years with my sons. I now live in Tuscaloosa and do home improvements of all sizes and types. I work in the surrounding areas including Birmingham. I am older and very dependable. I look forward to going to work everyday. There is nothing connected to homes that I cannot do. I give free estimates, and offer expert advise. I can help you lay out a kitchen or bath remodel, including moving walls, doors, and windows. Please call me at (205) 534-9362
Hours may vary depending on the job. Free estimates.
Hours may vary depending on the job. Free estimates.
Hey, my name is Carlos Ochoa! We run a construction business. We do exterior/interior painting, acoustic ceilings, metal framing, and sheetrock. This is an owner operated business.
Hey, my name is Carlos Ochoa! We run a construction business. We do exterior/interior painting, acoustic ceilings, metal framing, and sheetrock. This is an owner operated business.
We are a locally owned business in Tuscaloosa AL. We accept all major Credit Cards.
We are a locally owned business in Tuscaloosa AL. We accept all major Credit Cards.
Webster Drywall has over 8 years of local experience making your problems look like they never happened. From patchwork, to remodels, to spraying and painting, we want to finish the job. We give prompt, reliable service, and cover everything in plastic. This insures you get the best possible service, without the mess or hassle.
Webster Drywall has over 8 years of local experience making your problems look like they never happened. From patchwork, to remodels, to spraying and painting, we want to finish the job. We give prompt, reliable service, and cover everything in plastic. This insures you get the best possible service, without the mess or hassle.
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Professional installation in an average-sized room (approximately 150 square feet) typically requires one to two full workdays. Larger spaces or projects involving texture removal may extend to three or four days. Additional time may be needed for painting or staining if not included in the initial installation. Weather conditions can affect drying times for adhesives and finishes, potentially extending the overall project timeline.
Beadboard features narrow vertical planks with rounded ridges ("beads") running between grooves, creating a traditional, detailed appearance. Shiplap consists of wider horizontal boards with overlapping edges that create distinctive shadow lines between panels. Beadboard offers a more formal, classic aesthetic often associated with cottage or Victorian styles, while shiplap provides a more contemporary or rustic look popular in farmhouse and coastal designs.
Beadboard can work well in humid environments when appropriate materials are selected. Vinyl or PVC beadboard offers superior moisture resistance for bathrooms, laundry rooms, and other high-humidity spaces. Traditional wood beadboard requires thorough sealing with moisture-resistant paint or clear finishes to prevent warping or mold growth. MDF beadboard generally performs poorly in damp locations and should be avoided in these applications.
Beadboard can be installed directly over popcorn ceilings provided the existing texture is firmly attached and the ceiling structure is sound. However, testing for asbestos is essential for popcorn ceilings installed before the 1980s. Professional texture removal costs $1.30 to $2.50 per square foot, while asbestos remediation runs significantly higher at $3 to $7 per square foot. Direct installation over popcorn texture may affect the final appearance and requires careful planning for fixture integration.
Regular maintenance involves gentle dusting with a soft brush attachment on your vacuum or a microfiber duster to prevent dirt accumulation in grooves. For deeper cleaning, lightly dampen a soft cloth with a mild cleaning solution appropriate for your beadboard material. Avoid excessive moisture, particularly with wood or MDF installations. Painted beadboard may require occasional touch-ups or repainting every 5-7 years, while stained wood might need resealing periodically to maintain its protective finish.