Where Quality and Tradition Come Together
Your trusted Custom Home Builder for three generations.
Born, Bred, and Built in the Shoals.
Making Dreams Reality
Retherford Custom Homes is a third-generation custom home builder in Northwest Alabama and Southern Middle Tennessee. Whether you're looking to build a new home, renovate your existing home, or expand your current space, we have the experience and expertise to help you achieve your goals.
Design
We'll collaborate to create a custom floor plan tailored to your needs. Together, we'll choose finishes that reflect your style.
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Our skilled builders will craft your home using high-quality materials and craftsmanship. Stay informed throughout the process.
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Refresh your current abode with kitchen, bathroom, addition, and exterior upgrades. We're your renovation experts.
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Maximize your living space with seamless home expansions, second stories, or basement finishes.
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Mars Hill Road Project
Bluewater Drive Project
Ricks Lane Project
Our Completed Projects
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Design
We'll work with you to design a home that fits your needs and preferences. We'll choose finishes and fixtures that match your style. We'll ensure your home is a place you'll love to be.
Personalized Designs
Collaborative Design Process
Thoughtful Detailing
Nurturing Spaces
Building with Quality and Integrity
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Legacy of Excellence
We uphold the legacy of our founder, Crawford Retherford, by building homes to the highest standards.
Structure and Mechanics Priority
We prioritize structural and mechanical integrity, so your home withstands the test of time and provides a safe and comfortable living environment.
Energy-Efficient Choices
We use energy-saving materials and techniques, such as spray foam insulation, Zip System® roof and wall sheathing, low-E windows, programmable thermostats, and active radon vents, to minimize your energy bills and reduce your environmental impact.
Family Well-being
A home is more than just bricks and mortar; it impacts your family's health and well-being. We build homes that are strong, healthy, and comfortable for your family.
Peace of Mind for Generations
Rest assured that you're investing in a quality construction that will stand the test of time, bringing peace of mind and lasting satisfaction.
Love your home but want an update?
Renovate
Reimagine Your Space
Revitalize your home's layout to better suit your family's evolving needs and preferences.
Enhance Your Home
Elevate your home's style with modern finishes, fixtures, and design elements that reflect your unique taste.
Boost Your Home's Value
Increase your property's worth through strategic renovations that enhance its livability, functionality, and curb appeal.
Expand
If you've outgrown your current home and are simply in need of more space, Retherford Custom Homes can design and build a home expansion that will work with your current home design while providing you with the extra space you need.
3rd Generation Business
How it started
Crawford + Joel P. Retherford
Retherford Custom Homes was founded by Crawford “Preacher” Retherford in the early 1950s. Crawford Retherford’s commitment to quality construction earned him a reputation as one of the top custom home builders in Northwest Alabama. Crawford believed in the dignity that comes from home ownership. He also understood that a person's home is their greatest financial and personal investment.
For that reason, he took great steps to construct every home to the highest standards and to treat his customers with fairness and respect. This commitment to quality and fair-dealing guides Retherford Custom Homes to this very day. Retherford Custom Homes is now owned and operated by Crawford’s son and grandson, Joel C. Retherford and Joel P. Retherford. Having spent the majority of their lives in the construction industry, they possess the knowledge and skills necessary to complete your project on time and within budget.
