Optical Prescription Lab (OPL)

05/06/2026

What are you missing from your current lab? Call Paula or Lori today and see how we ARE different than the others. Independent is Different - See how we can help today.



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04/30/2026

Paula Hayes
Optical Prescription Lab
Since September 7, 2007
"I thrive on the daily challenges my role at Optical Prescription Lab brings. Every day presents new opportunities to solve problems, learn, and grow, something I genuinely love about working here.

Outside of work, I’m an avid reader and a passionate builder of micro Legos (each piece is just 1/8th the size of a standard Lego brick). There’s something incredibly satisfying about the focus and precision these tiny creations demand.

My greatest personal accomplishment is simply this: no matter what life throws at me, good or bad, I’ve learned to move through it and emerge a little stronger every time. That resilience continues to shape who I am today."

Optical Prescription Lab -"Independent since 1977". We carry all the lenses you want and no pressure from BIG LENS Companies!

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04/25/2026

We are still going strong being the last INDEPENDENT FULL SERVICE optical lab in the State of Alabama. Started in 1977 next year will be our 50th year of making lenses for you. Thank you for your continued support. We offer lenses from: Younger Optics, Hoya, Essilor, Seiko, Zeiss and others. Call 205-620-9019 and talk to Paula or Lori and see how we can help you!

01/16/2024

Optical Prescription Lab (OPL) will be closed today due to weather. We will reopen tomorrow and be ready to answer your phone calls then. Please be safe today and thank you for. your continued support.

09/01/2021

See the difference.

07/01/2021

Featured in Forbes, OVVO Optics frames are built to stand the test of time. "Made by hand at a family-run facility in Poland, and undergo 85 steps of craftsmanship to make them basically bomb-proof", the award-winning lineup meets high-performance demands while maintaining comfort and wearability for everyday life.

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11/17/2020

Phone lines with AT&T are still down. If you need assistance please email Phayes@opticalprescriptionlab.com Thank you for your patience and choosing to use Optical Prescription Lab for your customers lenses.

05/15/2020

Thank you to all the businesses that have opened back up and supporting Optical Prescription Lab! We are here to serve the independent Optometrist and Ophthalmologist throughout the Southeast! 43 years and counting of being an independent business here in Alabama! Buy and Shop Local! Support Independent Eyewear!

04/29/2020

Make sure to ask for the Mothers Day Discount!

Why not treat the mom in your life with a new pair of either prescription eyeglasses or a good pair of fashionable sunglasses?! Mention our facebook post when ordering to receive a special Mother's Day Discount! Call our office today to make an appointment! 205-663-2177

04/06/2020

We are hosting Free New ABO webinars this week. Interested? Register now! Use this link: https://www.shamirlens.com/webinars

04/06/2020

Needing glasses in the PELAHM, ALABASTER and HOOVER Area? Alabaster Optical on 31 is open with enhanced hours.