"Everything ran nice and smooth from start to finish, was told the job would take 4 days to complete was was finished in 3, both John and serg have hands of gold, and were always on time, I recommend them to anyone I know who is looking for a contractor"
Family owned business with over 30 years experience handling all your remodeling jobs. Build furniture, kitchen cabinets, tile, paint, outdoor buildings, decks, pool bars hot tub pagodas and buildings for the hot tub, as well as many other projects. Insured for work performed , commercial general liability.
We have 25 years experience working with our clients to get the results they need and as a result most of our business comes from friends that have been with us for years.
With 25 years residential construction experience we offer craftsmanship and quality in all of our projects. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
We have 25+ years of experience and can handle your shingle,metal,slate roof or handyman services. Anything from roof repair work, exterior and interior painting, replacing the old with the new, siding repair, pipe replacement, sealing cracks, pressure washing, etc. You name the problem, we have the experience to handle the situation. With over 30 years of working experience from major boat companies, to working with some of the largest major industrial contracting businesses across this country by running some the most risk taking projects ever assembled, along with our history of handyman work, this should make your choice of finding the right ones for your job an easy decision.
We recently purchased a 2nd home on Lake James with an exterior that is 100% cedar. The exterior was in serious need of cleaning and re-staining. It had not been maintained; and, had a significant amount of mold staining and several areas of the trim had the original finish peeling off.
We contracted with Mike and Crystal to prep and re-stain the exterior of our home. Throughout the process, Mike demonstrated thoroughness, competency and responsibility. Mike and Crystal took personal responsibility to ensure they delivered a quality product. Mike kept his commitments and did not compromise his work product even when faced with the stripping process taking more time than he expected. He completed the project per the schedule he committed.
Mike demonstrated a high attention to detail in the finishing process and ensured the project was completed to my satisfaction. The home looks beautiful...we could not be happier.
I solicited bids from several paint contractors and evaluated several before selecting Mike. His pricing was very competitive versus several other contractors; but, I never observed where Mike cut corners.
I would definitely recommend MIke's Painting and will plan to use Mike again when we have painting needs.
"I was very pleased with the performance of the contractor. The crew was knowledgeable and each crewmember knew exactly what he was to do. The job site was laid out to benefit the speed of the crew. The job was completely within expectation. Greatly impressed."
At first I thought I may have been too picky, have too high of a standard, or just already mad, so nothing the company did would correct my thought process. But then realized, that it was in fact Southern Leisure Builders that was the cause of my frustration.
When I first contacted them, they can out within a couple of days, provided a great presentation, said all of the right things, gave a good quote for the work, and made me feel comfortable to be spending $20,000. Steven did explain down payment, financing options, etc very well.
Steven told me and wrote on the paperwork that from the time ordered to time it was delivered it would be 8-12 weeks, and then a two day install. Please keep in mind that I placed my order at the END of the summer, probably going into the ?slow season? for sun rooms.
The delivery did in fact take 12+ weeks. The exact timing is in question, because I did make a change, but right up front, within the first 1-2 weeks. No matter how you look at it, it was closer to the 12 week mark on the delivery schedule even during the winter months, fairly questionable. I did not receive any updates or feedback during the 12 week waiting time unless I initiated contact. I was able to talk to both Steven and Joe.
During the 12 week period, cement needed to be poured in order to extend the existing patio 4?. The contractor was supposed to come out the day prior to Thanksgiving, and never showed. I went to the office and asked Steven where the contractor was, his reply was ?he didn?t show up? I will get you an answer?. The gentlemen showed up the day after Thanksgiving and when placing the borders threw the excess dirt on my landscaping bark, essentially ruining it. Then left the dirt there over the weekend (I have dogs, so they tracked in the loose dirt every time they went outside). One would think that the dirt was not going back into the form since concrete had to be poured, but did not haul it away, cover it with a tarp, etc. Complete mess!
Upon delivery to the Jacksonville location, Steven still maintained that it would be a two day installation process. They started on a Tuesday afternoon. Based on the progress, I called Steven and asked ?are you sure two days, they didn?t get very far??. I was assured two days! When they finally finished on Saturday afternoon (yes, five days later), they left the yard a complete mess (metal shavings, torn up grass, and the construction sign still in the back yard). When I called Steven he told me that it would be taken care of Monday. What ?!?! I have pets, and they can?t go outside with metal shavings in the yard, no grass seed placed down, hay/straw to keep it in place, etc.
I was assured that this was an isolated incident, and not a true indicator of their business practices and that once I started using the room, I would be so pleased, that I would forget the minor inconvenience of the install. So, lets fast forward three months. On the first day of the spring season, the temperature got to 85 degrees and I noticed separation between the walls and ceiling (improper caulking). Wait! I just spent $20k and not even on a North Carolina hot day, there is separation on the room that I would be so comfortable in, I wouldn?t remember the ?minor? inconvenience of the installation, what a laugh!
So the first thing I do is to contact Steven via text on March 18th. His reply was, I will come out and look and then get you on the schedule. Here we are on April 6th and I have not seen Steven, been on the schedule, and still have problems with the room.
Your call, do you want to call Southern Leisure Builders? I sincerely hope you have a better experience than I did!
"When we decided to redo our kitchen in April of 2012, we knew what we wanted fixed, our budget and that's about it. We started talking to contractors, kitchen design centers and researching ideas. We quickly realized we were in WAY over our heads. A lot of places offer free design services if you buy all of your materials through them. We didn't want to be tied down. We didn't want a complete tear down to the studs, either. Homemade Design to the rescue! First of all the price was an absolute steal for the service provided. Amanda and co. Listened to what we wanted and came up with inovative,functional and beautiful solutions. Our house is old. We wanted to keep that 1920s feel, but still have a dishwasher, granite countertops and stainless appliances! Amanda had the brilliant idea of only replacing the bottom cabinets. She also gave me excellent instructions on how to refinish my existing cabinets so they look like new. This was a perfect solution for US. Homemade Design gave us ideas for layout, cabinets, lighting, wall paint, appliances, furniture, countertops, backsplash, faucets, sink,and cusions for built in. She would have recommended flooring if we wanted,but we didn't. Now, Amanda is more like a consultant...( I actually called her my kitchen remodel therapist). You still are ultimately responsible for the plan and what works for you. If your measurements are off (like mine were) that's on you. I was adament about no island and no microwave over the stove and so she didn't put those in the design. Some suggestions were not my style. And I said so. Honestly, if I picked out my own kitchen it would be so safe: white subway tile or something. Amanda gave me the guts to mix patterns and create something spectacular! It took almost a year to complete ( contractors fault) We did a lot of work ourselves. We bought the cabinets, backsplash tile, light fixtures, table and banquette cusions through Homemade Design at a great discount, we checked!! If you try shopping for any part of your kitchen, the volume of choices can be overwhelming. We loved having Amanda narrow it down for us. Communication was through email, mostly. She never took longer than three business days to respond to my million questions or concerns. Awesome. 5 months later, my kitchen is a dream come true. And I owe it all to Homemade Design! "
Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts
Duration varies by project size, but average-sized homes typically take a weeks.
If the bowing basement wall is less than 2 inches, steel or carbon fiber straps are the best solution. For bowing that is more than 2 inches, wall anchors are the most effective. A contractor can help you decide the best method of repair for your home's foundation and also address the root cause of the trouble.
Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.
Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal.
When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.
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House framing is one of the first parts of building a home. To do this, you’ll want to hire a rough or unfinished carpenter. Using this guide, you’ll know what questions to ask and where to look for your house framing contractor.
Buying unfinished cabinets can help you create the custom remodel of your dreams, but is it worth the fuss? This guide will tell you everything you need to know.
