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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Build

Our skilled builders will craft your home using high-quality materials and craftsmanship. Stay informed throughout the process.

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Renovate

Refresh your current abode with kitchen, bathroom, addition, and exterior upgrades. We're your renovation experts.

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Expand

Maximize your living space with seamless home expansions, second stories, or basement finishes.

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Our Completed Projects

See what we've been up to!

Mars Hill Road

Florence, AL 35634

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Two Gables

Muscle Shoals, AL 35661

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Mill Stream

Muscle Shoals, AL 35661

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Ricks Lane

Tuscumbia, AL 35674

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Hatton School Road

Leighton, AL 35646

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Valley Grove Estates

Tuscumbia, AL 35674

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iGuide Design Process

Let's Get Custom

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
Zip System® on the side wall of roof at a house in Tuscumbia AL built by Retherford Custom Homes.

Building with Quality and Integrity

Build

  • 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

We can help you renovate your existing home to fit your changing needs and preferences. We'll work with you to create a space that reflects your style and works seamlessly with the current design of your home.

  • 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.

Crawford Retherford and Joel Retherford 3rd Generation Home Builders

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.