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Johnson's Carpentry
Located In:
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Approved Pro
Johnson's Carpentry
Located In:
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
422 local quotes requested

We have over 20 years experience and specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing and metal roofing installation and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"I'm very satisfied with the servicesJohnson Carpentry provided. I will definitely recommend the quality services to others."

Jackie D on June 2025

We have over 20 years experience and specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing and metal roofing installation and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"I'm very satisfied with the servicesJohnson Carpentry provided. I will definitely recommend the quality services to others."

Jackie D on June 2025


CJ'S Home Improvement and Lawn Services
County Road 51
No reviews
CJ'S Home Improvement and Lawn Services
County Road 51
No reviews
27 years of experience

Highly professional home improvement and lawn service business. We offer a wide range of services to home owners and businesses. We can build or fix any problems that may exist in the home or business. We also can beautify any lawn. We are licensed professionals with over 15 years of experience. Charles Boykin Jr. is the owner and I have ten employees.

Highly professional home improvement and lawn service business. We offer a wide range of services to home owners and businesses. We can build or fix any problems that may exist in the home or business. We also can beautify any lawn. We are licensed professionals with over 15 years of experience. Charles Boykin Jr. is the owner and I have ten employees.


The Insurance Claims Bureau
100 Riverview Way Ste G1
No reviews
The Insurance Claims Bureau
100 Riverview Way Ste G1
No reviews
14 years of experience

We Make sure homeowners receive a full and fair settlement from there insurance company

We Make sure homeowners receive a full and fair settlement from there insurance company


DIXIELAND METALS OF ALABAMA, LLC
378 EASTLAND RD
No reviews
DIXIELAND METALS OF ALABAMA, LLC
378 EASTLAND RD
No reviews
24 years of experience

Dixieland Metals of Alabama is a recognized leader in the metal building industry. We offer a full range of metal roof and wall panel systems, plus the finest details of trim, accessories and fasteners. We offer custom panels that will fit any need, and custom trim. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility houses the equipment and tools used to craft Dixieland's products. Our products are custom made for each individual project. Our fabricators form panels to your exact specifications, and can be ready in as little as two days. Delivery is available. Dixieland sells to the general public and contractors in the tri-state area. We ship to anywhere in the US! Dixieland Metals of Alabama offers metal panels to suit your siding or roofing needs. We offer Standing Seam, Tuff Rib, R-Panel and PBR Panels

Dixieland Metals of Alabama is a recognized leader in the metal building industry. We offer a full range of metal roof and wall panel systems, plus the finest details of trim, accessories and fasteners. We offer custom panels that will fit any need, and custom trim. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility houses the equipment and tools used to craft Dixieland's products. Our products are custom made for each individual project. Our fabricators form panels to your exact specifications, and can be ready in as little as two days. Delivery is available. Dixieland sells to the general public and contractors in the tri-state area. We ship to anywhere in the US! Dixieland Metals of Alabama offers metal panels to suit your siding or roofing needs. We offer Standing Seam, Tuff Rib, R-Panel and PBR Panels


Luttrell Construction
2529 Mountain Lodge Circle
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Luttrell Construction
2529 Mountain Lodge Circle
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Luttrell Construction : Providing excellent service and craftsmanship in the Birmingham and surrounding areas since 2004. Licensed and Insured. A+ Rated with the Better Business Bureau. We specialize in all aspects of residential and commercial roofing and leak repair. Metal, Shingles, Flat Membranes, Custom Flashing, Custom Chimney Caps, and much more! Estimates are free! We also specialize in working with your homeowners insurance to replace your storm or hail damaged roof! All work warrantied and in writing! All work performed or supervised by owner!

Luttrell Construction : Providing excellent service and craftsmanship in the Birmingham and surrounding areas since 2004. Licensed and Insured. A+ Rated with the Better Business Bureau. We specialize in all aspects of residential and commercial roofing and leak repair. Metal, Shingles, Flat Membranes, Custom Flashing, Custom Chimney Caps, and much more! Estimates are free! We also specialize in working with your homeowners insurance to replace your storm or hail damaged roof! All work warrantied and in writing! All work performed or supervised by owner!


KEN'S ROOFING
279 SUTTON BRIDGE RD
4.00(
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KEN'S ROOFING
279 SUTTON BRIDGE RD
4.00(
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A & S contruction
39 County Road 897
No reviews
A & S contruction
39 County Road 897
No reviews
16 years of experience

The company is established 5 years ago in the construction & remodeling industry

The company is established 5 years ago in the construction & remodeling industry


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!


Rickey Hilburn Construction
1951 State Highway 132
No reviews
Rickey Hilburn Construction
1951 State Highway 132
No reviews
35 years of experience

We have a self-owned company with locally trained employees. All of my guys are trained to do every part of a complete home. We usually require no money down until the job is satisfactory to you. We do every part of the home building. We specialize in additions, handicapped tile showers, all types of flooring, kitchen remodelings, vinyl sidings, porches and decks, and shingle or metal roofs. We can even pour your sidewalks and concrete driveways or just do a simple painting job. We also do EPDM rubber roofs on commercial buildings. We do all part of your commercial or residential job. We also give free estimates.

We have a self-owned company with locally trained employees. All of my guys are trained to do every part of a complete home. We usually require no money down until the job is satisfactory to you. We do every part of the home building. We specialize in additions, handicapped tile showers, all types of flooring, kitchen remodelings, vinyl sidings, porches and decks, and shingle or metal roofs. We can even pour your sidewalks and concrete driveways or just do a simple painting job. We also do EPDM rubber roofs on commercial buildings. We do all part of your commercial or residential job. We also give free estimates.


Yellowhammer Roofing Inc - Florence
3260 Florence Blvd.
4.00(
4
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Yellowhammer Roofing Inc - Florence
3260 Florence Blvd.
4.00(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
15 years of experience

Yellowhammer Roofing, Inc. is a family owned business.

"The installers did an excellent job!"

Janet F on May 2018

Yellowhammer Roofing, Inc. is a family owned business.

"The installers did an excellent job!"

Janet F on May 2018

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Luverne, 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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