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Top-Rated Carpenters in Southport - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for IHS Construction, Inc.
IHS Construction, Inc.
4.9(
117
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mark and his crew went above and beyond what we had hoped. He provided skilled design advice, advised us on available materials, and listened carefully to our requests, always ready if necessary to say you really don t want to do it that way. The whole crew was easy to work with and we highly recommend any or all of them if you re building or refurbishing decking."
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WearDeck
WearDeck
WearDeck

+13

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Province Roofing and Construction, LLC
Province Roofing and Construction, LLC
5.0(
26
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My husband is no longer able to do the maintenance on our house, or advise me. There was rotting trim wood, that needed to be replaced, at the roofline of our house. I contacted Angie on a Sunday nite. The next day owner Roland called me, we met the next day. He was able to fit in the needed repairs 1 day later and take a piece of wood to the paint store to match the color. The result looks perfect!!"
New Porch Roof
New Porch Roof
Porch Roof
Porch Roof
New Porch Roof

+16

Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bowfin Builders
4.8(
15
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessDeck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+4 more

Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Matt and Chris are a pleasure to work with they communicate very well what the plan is and how they are going to execute it. They pay close attention to detail, have respect for homeowners personal property. We will continue to hire Bowfin Builders for all of our projects. We are very pleased with their work!!!"
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Beverky Threatt - Deck
Shed Builds

+31

Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for JR Builders
JR Builders
4.9(
16
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Mr. Robbins was the only one of the 3 builders I contacted that even cared enough OR had the courtesy to respond to me. I was lucky he did. His work is excellent and we couldnâ t be more pleased with the finished product. No need to look any further. We have found our builder/carpenter. I highly recommend."
Deck Build
Deck Build
Deck Build
Deck Build
Deck Build

+1

Response time3 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Universal Green Garden Landscaping, Inc.
Universal Green Garden Landscaping, Inc.
4.6(
44
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A hard working group of guys. Very respectful and cleaned up all the limbs. I would recommend this company to anyone. Will definitely use again in the future."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+16

Response time7 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

Most of the time, you’ll want to use screws on your subfloor rather than nails. Nails can actually weaken plywood, whereas screws can easily penetrate without damage. They also form a more secure connection because of their shape, preventing squeaky floors and tightly holding the subfloor in place. That said, some contractors do prefer nails depending on the type of floor covering because they allow for more flexibility.

Yes, professionals can install new frames, trim, and threshold adjustments for a complete finish.

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