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Cardinal Roofing
3805 Planters Rd
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Cardinal Roofing
3805 Planters Rd
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Approved Pro
689 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

Cardinal Roofing and Restoration is an individually owned and operated General Contractor specializing in residential and commercial storm damage restoration, roof repairs and replacements. We serve Birmingham and surrounding areas and provide all roofing applications and different types of roofs including flat, metal, tile and slate. With years of experience in the industry, we maintain proper up to date industry licenses and insurance for our company and workers. We also have our 24-hour emergency response available if you need us in the middle of the night for roof and storm damage.

Cardinal Roofing and Restoration is an individually owned and operated General Contractor specializing in residential and commercial storm damage restoration, roof repairs and replacements. We serve Birmingham and surrounding areas and provide all roofing applications and different types of roofs including flat, metal, tile and slate. With years of experience in the industry, we maintain proper up to date industry licenses and insurance for our company and workers. We also have our 24-hour emergency response available if you need us in the middle of the night for roof and storm damage.


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Hometown Roofing and Restorations
1915 Courson Court
4.92(
12
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Approved Pro
Hometown Roofing and Restorations
1915 Courson Court
4.92(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1163 local quotes requested

We are licensed and insured, with over 75 years of combined experience. We specialize in all phases of roofing : full roof replacement and repairs. We are GAF Certified, offer a 3 year workmanship warranty, and 10year - 50 year manufacturer warranties relative to the brand of shingles you select. We pride ourselves on quality work, transparency, and as our name mentions, a true "hometown" experience! Our tagline is "Your Neighbor in the Roofing Business." We are happy to provide testimonials and proof of our 5-star reviews, and aren't afraid to help inform and educate about all-things roofing in order to earn your trust first and business second. Call us today for a free inspection, or if you have any questions or concerns and we'll be happy to help. -The Hometown Team 205-984-4777

"Very professional an timely excellent salesmanship here with his crew each day they were here would highly recommend using them again an again I will for sure use them for any other my needs"

Susan S on April 2025

We are licensed and insured, with over 75 years of combined experience. We specialize in all phases of roofing : full roof replacement and repairs. We are GAF Certified, offer a 3 year workmanship warranty, and 10year - 50 year manufacturer warranties relative to the brand of shingles you select. We pride ourselves on quality work, transparency, and as our name mentions, a true "hometown" experience! Our tagline is "Your Neighbor in the Roofing Business." We are happy to provide testimonials and proof of our 5-star reviews, and aren't afraid to help inform and educate about all-things roofing in order to earn your trust first and business second. Call us today for a free inspection, or if you have any questions or concerns and we'll be happy to help. -The Hometown Team 205-984-4777

"Very professional an timely excellent salesmanship here with his crew each day they were here would highly recommend using them again an again I will for sure use them for any other my needs"

Susan S on April 2025


Sam's Handyman Service
11265 Red Oak Dr
No reviews
Sam's Handyman Service
11265 Red Oak Dr
No reviews
15 years of experience

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.


JD Construction Services
25 Aldrich Rd
No reviews
JD Construction Services
25 Aldrich Rd
No reviews
15 years of experience

Welcome serving Alabama since 2010 At JD Construction Services we offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy.We take jobs of all sizes,from small properties to large sites in both residential and commercial settings.Our goal is to provide a stress free landscaping service to all of our customers.Customer satisfaction is our highest priority and will always be.We are proud to offer our commercial clients a wide range of services simplifying their ability to get commercial projects completed.At JD CONSTRUCTION we are a full service design/build company with wide range of experience. We can help you with all phases of new home construction or landscape supplies,finding suitable land, design, landscaping your yard, driveway repair,brush removal,land grading, and etc. We have earned subsequent and continued success by building working relationships with our clients and backing it up with hard work. Lets discuss your ideas! Thanks for visiting!

Welcome serving Alabama since 2010 At JD Construction Services we offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy.We take jobs of all sizes,from small properties to large sites in both residential and commercial settings.Our goal is to provide a stress free landscaping service to all of our customers.Customer satisfaction is our highest priority and will always be.We are proud to offer our commercial clients a wide range of services simplifying their ability to get commercial projects completed.At JD CONSTRUCTION we are a full service design/build company with wide range of experience. We can help you with all phases of new home construction or landscape supplies,finding suitable land, design, landscaping your yard, driveway repair,brush removal,land grading, and etc. We have earned subsequent and continued success by building working relationships with our clients and backing it up with hard work. Lets discuss your ideas! Thanks for visiting!


Pickett Construction LLC
8101 Highway 119
4.00(
12
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Pickett Construction LLC
8101 Highway 119
4.00(
12
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Customers say: Super punctual
24 years of experience

Additional address - PO Box 1671 Alabaster, AL 35007.

"Lifetime guaranteed work is not holding up. Did not do what was .orginally planned."

Babs P on February 2019

Additional address - PO Box 1671 Alabaster, AL 35007.

"Lifetime guaranteed work is not holding up. Did not do what was .orginally planned."

Babs P on February 2019


Blair Exteriors
4 West Oxmoor Road
4.40(
20
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Blair Exteriors
4 West Oxmoor Road
4.40(
20
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Customers say: Quality work
60 years of experience

Blair Exteriors has been helping Alabama homeowners make home improvement projects, additions, and upgrades hassle free since 1965. Over the years we’ve been dedicated to providing our customers with exceptional service, superior craftsmanship, and outstanding warranties. Our mission is to exceed our customer’s expectations with highly trained, caring, and detail oriented professionals that get the job done correctly the first time. Blair Remodeling is as a GAF Factory Certified Master Elite Contractor, Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, Simonton Factory Trained Preferred Installer, and Certainteed 5-star Contractor. Blair is a member of the BBB with an A+ rating, the National Roofing Contractors Association, and the Greater Birmingham Association of Homebuilders. Additional contact names - Denise Blair, Don Blair, Craig Blair, Dan Aycock, Russell Roper, Kyle Acker, and, Mickey Acker. Additional email - breel@blairremodeling.com. Additional DBA - Blair Siding Windows Roofing. Award winning. Additional phones - (205) 967-2296, (205) 940-9499. Uses subcontractors for electrical services.

"I can't begin to convey the dissatisfaction in quality of service from Blair Windows. We ordered windows for our entire home going on about a year ago from time of order to receiving the windows. The workmen have been out to my over 3 times to replace the largest window in home and cracked my original window. My daughter is getting married in one week and I have a big piece of tape covering the crack in the window that sits in front of the house. Needless to say, I will never order any services again and don't recommend!!!"

Tanya G on April 2023

Blair Exteriors has been helping Alabama homeowners make home improvement projects, additions, and upgrades hassle free since 1965. Over the years we’ve been dedicated to providing our customers with exceptional service, superior craftsmanship, and outstanding warranties. Our mission is to exceed our customer’s expectations with highly trained, caring, and detail oriented professionals that get the job done correctly the first time. Blair Remodeling is as a GAF Factory Certified Master Elite Contractor, Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, Simonton Factory Trained Preferred Installer, and Certainteed 5-star Contractor. Blair is a member of the BBB with an A+ rating, the National Roofing Contractors Association, and the Greater Birmingham Association of Homebuilders. Additional contact names - Denise Blair, Don Blair, Craig Blair, Dan Aycock, Russell Roper, Kyle Acker, and, Mickey Acker. Additional email - breel@blairremodeling.com. Additional DBA - Blair Siding Windows Roofing. Award winning. Additional phones - (205) 967-2296, (205) 940-9499. Uses subcontractors for electrical services.

"I can't begin to convey the dissatisfaction in quality of service from Blair Windows. We ordered windows for our entire home going on about a year ago from time of order to receiving the windows. The workmen have been out to my over 3 times to replace the largest window in home and cracked my original window. My daughter is getting married in one week and I have a big piece of tape covering the crack in the window that sits in front of the house. Needless to say, I will never order any services again and don't recommend!!!"

Tanya G on April 2023


Ace Roofing Enterprises LLC
634 County Rd 143
No reviews
Ace Roofing Enterprises LLC
634 County Rd 143
No reviews

roofing

roofing


Affordable Foundation & Home Repair
2203 Highway 31 NW
5.00(
3
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Affordable Foundation & Home Repair
2203 Highway 31 NW
5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our company provides variety of home repair and home building services, including foundation repair, mold remediation, waterproofing, crawl space repair, cracked brick repair, helical pier installation and much more. Give us a call at 256-773-2002

"Did a good job"

Daniel S on February 2018

Our company provides variety of home repair and home building services, including foundation repair, mold remediation, waterproofing, crawl space repair, cracked brick repair, helical pier installation and much more. Give us a call at 256-773-2002

"Did a good job"

Daniel S on February 2018


MIDSTATE CONSTRUCTION
29 US Highway 82
No reviews
MIDSTATE CONSTRUCTION
29 US Highway 82
No reviews
25 years of experience

We are a Licensed General Contractor in the state of Alabama.

We are a Licensed General Contractor in the state of Alabama.


Pro Maintenance And Construction
1012 Heritage Ln
5.00(
2
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Pro Maintenance And Construction
1012 Heritage Ln
5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owner-operated. 5 employees. Subs are sued for plumbing, electrical and drywall. Charge is determined by the job. No travel charges. 20+ years experience.

Owner-operated. 5 employees. Subs are sued for plumbing, electrical and drywall. Charge is determined by the job. No travel charges. 20+ years experience.

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Greensboro, AL

A typical heat cable uses 5 watts per foot, regardless of the outside temperature. So, if your cable is 100 feet long, it uses 500 watts per hour. Expect to pay an additional $40 to $200 or more per month on your electricity bill. Be sure to turn manual cables off in the summer when you don't need them.

To install heat tape on your roof, place it along the lower edge in a precise zig-zag pattern to maximize coverage and heat distribution. Professional installers secure the tape with specialized clips that attach firmly to your shingles. This method ensures even heat distribution to effectively melt ice and snow while maintaining your roof's integrity during severe winter conditions.

Choosing between heated gutters and roof heating cables usually comes down to budget, appearance, and performance. Heated gutters cost less to install and blend seamlessly with your home’s exterior, making them a discreet, lower-cost option for preventing ice dams. Roof heating cables deliver more customizable and powerful heat along roof edges to handle heavy snow and ice, but they require more material and labor, increasing your upfront investment. Evaluate your roof design, winter weather demands, and energy budget to select the system that works best for your property.

Roof heating cables prevent ice dams by melting snow and stopping ice buildup at the roof edge. Ice damming occurs when melting snow refreezes on a cold roof—often right above the gutter line—and blocks water from draining, which can force moisture under shingles into your home. Heating cables maintain a warm channel that clears ice dams as soon as they form and protects your roof from water damage and structural issues.

Roof heating cables last between two and ten years before replacement is needed, wearing out faster than your roof itself. Their lifespan depends on climate severity, cable type, and exposure to physical damage. Consistent inspections and preventative maintenance—such as clearing debris, tightening clips, and checking electrical connections—can extend their service life and ensure reliable snow and ice protection each winter.

To safely remove snow from your roof, start with a specially designed roof rake, standing firmly on the ground and pulling snow downhill rather than climbing onto the roof. You can also apply calcium chloride ice melt to break up stubborn ice or gently use a secured rope from a safe vantage point. 

Keep in mind that large snow slabs can weigh hundreds of pounds and pose a serious fall risk. If conditions are hazardous or you lack the right equipment, hire a professional to protect your safety and your roof’s integrity.

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