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Carolina Screen Porches

Updated 2026-07-21 · 1,012 reviewed · 139 listed · Scored from 20 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(20) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Screened Porches & Covered DecksCustom Deck Design & Build
Carolina Screen Porches
Services
Screened Porches & Covered Decks, Custom Deck Design & Build
Reviews
20

What recent reviews say

All 20 reviews award five stars. Customers consistently describe Jim and Sterling (the owner and son) as responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in the outcome. The crew handles multiple project types (screened porches, covered patios, decks) with apparent pride and stays communicative about weather delays and permit timelines. Several reviewers note unsolicited design improvements, from larger spaces to tongue-and-groove details, that exceeded their initial vision. Long-standing families report continued availability years after completion.

Praised for
  • reliable on-time completion
  • professional crew and owner communication
  • design input and practical suggestions
  • quality craftsmanship and attention to detail
  • long-term responsiveness after project
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Best for: Homeowners wanting owner involvement in design and a crew that will suggest improvements before building.

Strengths

  • General contractor and electrical licenses across NC and SC
  • family-run with 40+ years operating history
  • unsolicited design improvements and practical suggestions
  • owner and crew names are consistent touchpoints across reviews

Worth knowing

  • Jim and Sterling named as owner and project manager across all reviews
  • crew members Ian, Emilio, Joe, and Rick mentioned by name
  • projects cited: 17x20 bonus room, 13x20 screened porch, 10x20 center deck, 14x14 floating deck, expanded screened porches, covered patios, front door replacement
  • crew occasionally worked weekends to meet timeline
  • Jim handles permit communication and updates
  • responsiveness documented a year or more after project completion

What reviews say by service

Screened Porches & Covered Decks
Screened porches and covered patios universally praised for design input, ceiling details, durability, and aesthetic appeal.
Custom Deck Design & Build
Custom decks (including floating and multi-size configurations) built to spec with suggestions for improved layouts.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.83 average across the 67 screened porches & covered decks businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 49% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 93
Review volume 57
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do they handle permit applications?
Yes. Jim keeps customers informed about the permit process, approval status, and inspection scheduling.
Will they suggest changes to my design?
Multiple reviews note that Sterling and the crew offer unsolicited improvements like larger spaces or better materials (e.g., tongue-and-groove walls) without upsell pressure.
Are they available after the project is done?
Yes. Customers report quick responses and assistance more than a year after completion.

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Last updated 2026-07-21