There’s no substitute for hard work. In 1985, my friend’s father gave me a shot at working for his company, building houses.

Over time, I learned just about everything there was about the construction business, and I loved every minute of it.

The more I learned, the more I wanted to learn. It motivated me to go to college. I earned my first degree in building construction from Bessemer State and my second degree in CAD from Walker State.

The idea of making something out of nothing has never gotten old. I knew I could never work in an office or sit still long enough to fiddle with a computer all day. Being outside and building stuff with my hands is all I ever wanted.

For 15 years, I kept my head down, working just about as much as I could and taking all the overtime the boss would give me. My plan was to save my pennies and open my own business one day.

In 2001, I was finally ready. I had a beat-up truck, every tool you could imagine, and the promise I made to myself to never have to work for anyone else again.

The best advice I got from anyone growing up came from my family. They said “if you wanna do it, do it” and “if you want it bad enough, you’ll figure it out.”

They were right. I did want it badly enough, and I did figure it out. For the past 25 years, we’ve been serving Birmingham with hard work and real results. My guess is that we’re doing something right because people tell their friends and neighbors about us.

And we haven’t slowed down one bit, but we did change our focus. These days, it’s all about the backyard and family. That’s why we’re dialed in on decks and fences.

If you’re thinking your backyard would be better with a new deck and upgraded fence your probably right. Now the only question is, what are you waiting for?

Sincerely,

    When we work in a new neighborhood, it’s only a matter of time until we have every account on the block. That’s what gets us out of bed, & that’s what you’re getting when you call us.

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    Owner

    Scott Carter

    Years in Business

    25

    Years of Experience 

    41

    Business Category

    Deck & Fences

    Services

    Installation

    Maintenance

    Design
    Upgrade

    Speciality

    Deck & Fences

    Partners

    Fiberon
    Trex
    TimberTech
    YellaWood
    MoistureShield
    Ameristar

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    Market

    DFW

    Site

    birminghamdeckandfence.com

    Phone

    205-406-6687

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