General Contractor in Cottondale, AL

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General Contractor in Cottondale, AL

Cottondale sits right on Tuscaloosa’s east edge, where established subdivisions meet newer residential growth along Hwy 11. Whether you’re adding on to a 1980s ranch or taking on a larger commercial build, bigger projects here need a licensed GC who handles the permits, the subs, and the schedule so you don’t have to. That’s exactly what Allen’s Construction does.

Licensed Alabama Contractor Fully Insured Free Estimates Tuscaloosa County + Bibb County
What We Do

General Contractor Services in Cottondale and Tuscaloosa County

We manage construction projects from first permit to final walkthrough — coordinating every trade, keeping the schedule tight, and making sure the work meets Alabama code.

  • Room additions and full-home additions
  • Large-scale interior renovations and gut remodels
  • New residential construction management
  • Light commercial construction and build-outs
  • Permit applications and inspections coordination
  • Subcontractor hiring, scheduling, and oversight
  • Structural repairs and load-bearing modifications
  • Project budgeting and phased construction planning
Typical Projects

What We See Most Often in Cottondale

A lot of Cottondale’s housing stock dates back to the 1970s and 80s — solid homes, but ones that weren’t built with today’s open floor plans or larger families in mind. We regularly manage additions and major reconfigurations on these ranches and split-levels, including structural wall removal, master suite additions, and garage conversions that require permits and engineered drawings.

With easy interstate access to Tuscaloosa and the Mercedes plant in Vance, Cottondale has seen steady commercial activity along its main corridors. Small business owners along Hwy 11 often need a licensed GC to handle tenant build-outs, code compliance upgrades, or new accessory structures — jobs that require a contractor who can pull commercial permits and manage multiple trades.

Newer construction in Cottondale sometimes needs course-corrections too — substandard work from previous contractors, incomplete projects, or scope expansions that the original builder wasn’t equipped to handle. We step into those situations, assess what’s there, and put together a realistic plan to finish the job right.

Why Allen’s Construction

Built by Steve Allen, run from Tuscaloosa.

Allen’s Construction is a licensed Alabama general contractor handling general contractor across Tuscaloosa County and Bibb County. We pull permits where required, coordinate inspections, and Steve Allen walks every job personally in Cottondale, AL so you’re never handed off to a stranger mid-project.

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Licensed Alabama General Contractor
Fully insured. We pull every permit required, coordinate inspections, and can provide a certificate of insurance on request.
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Free In-Person Estimates
Steve Allen walks every job personally — same person who quotes it, plans it, and shows up daily during the build.
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Local — 5-Star Google Reviews
We live and work in Tuscaloosa. After a job is done we are 10 minutes away if anything needs attention.
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Tuscaloosa County + Bibb County
Tuscaloosa, Moundville, Northport, Cottondale, Holt, Brookwood, Coker, Vance, Centreville, Brent — all our regular service area, same response time everywhere.
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Google Rating
10+
Years Local
100+
Projects
2
Counties
FAQ

Common questions about general contractor in Cottondale, AL

Do you pull permits for projects in Cottondale?
Yes. As a licensed Alabama general contractor, we handle permit applications with Tuscaloosa County for projects in Cottondale. We coordinate inspections and make sure every phase of the work is documented and code-compliant before we close out.
What size projects do you take on?
We focus on larger-scope work — additions, full renovations, commercial build-outs, and new construction management. If your project involves multiple trades, a permit, or a timeline longer than a few days, we’re the right fit.
How does general contractor pricing work?
We offer free project consultations and put together detailed estimates before any work begins. GC pricing typically covers labor, materials, subcontractor costs, and a project management fee — no surprises buried in the contract.
Are you licensed and insured to work in Cottondale, AL?
Yes. Allen’s Construction holds an Alabama general contractor license and carries full liability insurance and workers’ compensation coverage. We’re set up to work on both residential and light commercial projects throughout Tuscaloosa County.
How do you handle subcontractors on a job?
We source, vet, and schedule all subs ourselves — electrical, plumbing, HVAC, framing, whatever the project requires. You deal with one point of contact: Steve Allen. We keep the trades coordinated so the job doesn’t stall.
Service Areas

Where we work

All of Tuscaloosa County and Bibb County, Alabama. Tuscaloosa, Moundville, and Northport are our most active areas — same response time as our home base.

More Allen’s Construction Services

Every part of your home or light commercial build

Whatever your project, Allen’s Construction handles it across Tuscaloosa County and Bibb County. Tap any service below for details.

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General Contractor Services
Full-project general contracting across Tuscaloosa County and Bibb County, AL — residential renovations, additions, and light commercial buildouts.
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Home Remodeling
Whole-house and single-room remodels in Tuscaloosa and Moundville — kitchens, bathrooms, basements, exteriors, additions.
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Commercial Construction
Light commercial construction across Tuscaloosa County — tenant improvements, retail buildouts, small offices, ADA retrofits.
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Handyman Services
Tuscaloosa handyman for repairs, installs, and small projects — drywall, painting, fixtures, doors, decks, more.
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Kitchen Remodeling
Full kitchen remodels — cabinets, counters, flooring, plumbing, electrical, tile.
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Bathroom Remodeling
Bathroom remodels — custom tile showers, vanities, flooring, walk-in showers, accessibility upgrades.
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Interior & Exterior Painting
Interior and exterior painting — single-room repaints to whole-house exteriors, trim, ceilings, and full-room refreshes.
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Roof Repair
Roof repair and replacement — shingle repair, leak fixes, storm damage, full replacements.
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Gutter Cleaning & Repair
Gutter cleaning, gutter repair, and full gutter installation across Tuscaloosa County and Bibb County.
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Drywall Repair
Drywall repair near you — hole patching, texture matching, water-damage drywall replacement.
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Flooring Installation
Flooring installation near you — hardwood, LVP, tile, laminate across Tuscaloosa County and Bibb County.
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Pressure Washing
Pressure washing — siding, driveways, decks, fences.
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Decks & Porches
New decks, repair, porch rescreening, metal railing installation.
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Fence Installation
Wood, vinyl, and chain-link fence installation across Tuscaloosa County and Bibb County.
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Window & Door Installation
Replacement windows, exterior door installation, and interior door upgrades across Tuscaloosa County.
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Garage Door Installation
New garage door installation and basic adjustments across Tuscaloosa County.
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Ready to get your construction project moving in Cottondale?

Allen’s Construction serves Cottondale and all of Tuscaloosa County — call (205) 614-8482 or send an email to get a free project consultation. We’ll walk the site, talk through the scope, and give you a straight answer on cost and timeline.