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Top-Rated Contractors in Dorchester County - Updated Nov 2026

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JK Contracting
4.8(
9
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dorchester County, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He came out and talked to me. We reached the price. He constructed it and did a good job with the construction. It was beautiful. I was extremely pleased with the work he provided for me. I would delightedly recommend him. He did a good job. He was a real artist. He has a lot of flexibility to construct it. I was more than happy of what he did."
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+28

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Workhorse Renovations
4.9(
13
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dorchester County, SC and surrounding areas

"Workhorse Renovations did I fantastic job on everything. My wife and I love the floor and trim. Not only did they do an awesome job the customer service was more than we could ask for."
Flooring Sales/Installation/Repair Project
Completed project
Flooring Sales and Installation Project
3/8” laminate plank
Flooring Sales/Installation/Repair Project

+21

Recommended by92%of homeowners
Straight and True Construction
5.0(
5
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dorchester County, SC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"I hired Danny from straight and true Construction cause I was overwhelmed with my workload. We went over the project. Danny gave me a reasonable Price. And the end result came out incredible. Danny was very clean and neat and very precise. The project came out beautiful. I really appreciate all your hard work looks incredible. Looking forward to future projects. Thank you Danny."
Bathroom renovation
Kitchen renovation
Kitchen renovation
Full bathroom renovations
Full bathroom renovations

+9

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A Plus Handyman Service
4.4(
7
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dorchester County, SC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was great 10 star service. The guys were very polite and gave me a lot of different options to choose from and did a fantastic job. I would definitely hire them again with any project that I may have in the future. Also saved me money in the end which was very helpful and convenient. They also wore masks ? to stay COVID-19 free and wore booties so they didn’t track in any dirt and cleaned up like they weren’t even there. Great company."
Working on the deck
Eight doors
Painting - Interior Project
Before pictures
Deck repair and painting

+60

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Mike's Painting & Pressure Washing
4.7(
28
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Dorchester County, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

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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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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

The cost to frame a 2,000-square-foot house can fall anywhere between $14,000 and $32,000. This price can increase or decrease depending on what type of framing you choose, the quality of the materials, the project's complexity, and whether you decide to hire a professional to do the job.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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.

You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.

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