"Contractor is very honest and diligent about his work"

With over 20 years of Construction experience, David is a licensed General Contractor for Commercial & Residential projects. His attention to detail, quality of work, communication and professionalism have allowed him to create a company that stands out above the rest.

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!

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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.

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"Love my new deck! They did a great job , and always responded to my questions and requests. Excellent communication, which doesn’t always happen with contractors. Highly recommend!"

"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."

Licensed General Contractor - Residential and Commercial - New Homes, Additions, Remodeling - Commercial offices, Upfits, Skid Steer services, Demolition, excavating, Grading. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today. \n\n

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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! 

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