We are a forward-thinking collective dedicated to fostering Beautiful, Bountiful, and Resilient outdoor lifestyles. We emphasize native plants, edible varieties, and regenerative practices in our mission to harmonize ecology and aesthetics—ultimately nurturing landscapes that benefit both people and the planet.
"Garden Gnomads did an amazing job converting my yard from a drab, weed and mud landscape, to a beautiful, thriving, productive habitat for wildlife and food production for my family."
Erica B on March 2025
We are a forward-thinking collective dedicated to fostering Beautiful, Bountiful, and Resilient outdoor lifestyles. We emphasize native plants, edible varieties, and regenerative practices in our mission to harmonize ecology and aesthetics—ultimately nurturing landscapes that benefit both people and the planet.
"Garden Gnomads did an amazing job converting my yard from a drab, weed and mud landscape, to a beautiful, thriving, productive habitat for wildlife and food production for my family."
Erica B on March 2025
A premier flooring company in the Carolinas, MyNewFloor.com was founded by a talented, design savvy professional with 15 years of experience in designing and installing a variety of flooring products. Our company is built on the principles of honesty, quality, craftsmanship, and a sincere effort to provide 100% customer satisfaction! You can be sure that only our professional, knowledgeable and experienced installers will complete all the work for you. We do not sub-contract any of our projects.
"LVP looks great and tile in the kitchen look great but the trim and baseboards were not finished and I had to have another contractor come in and install them. The stairwell was sanded and stained and I was told they could match the stain for the stairs to the LVP and that wasn’t true either. The stairs came out pink. Now I’m having another contractor come in and fix. I would not recommend to a friend."
Diana V on January 2025
A premier flooring company in the Carolinas, MyNewFloor.com was founded by a talented, design savvy professional with 15 years of experience in designing and installing a variety of flooring products. Our company is built on the principles of honesty, quality, craftsmanship, and a sincere effort to provide 100% customer satisfaction! You can be sure that only our professional, knowledgeable and experienced installers will complete all the work for you. We do not sub-contract any of our projects.
"LVP looks great and tile in the kitchen look great but the trim and baseboards were not finished and I had to have another contractor come in and install them. The stairwell was sanded and stained and I was told they could match the stain for the stairs to the LVP and that wasn’t true either. The stairs came out pink. Now I’m having another contractor come in and fix. I would not recommend to a friend."
Diana V on January 2025
Thank you for looking at our profile. We are one of the Carolinas TOP Hardscape companies with 24 years of experience. We pride ourselves in the craftsmanship and quality of every project we install. All of our work is covered by a 10 year warranty from completion of installation which covers everything. We are a 100% turn key Hardscape company with tons of knowledge to address any issue/want you may have. We offer a free consultation and design plan, during our meeting we will go over how your project will be installed, material options and any questions you may have along the way. We are also proud to say we have received the Super Service Award on Angie's List for the past 9 years! Some of our services include; Custom Hardscape/Landscape design Paver patios/Raised patios/Drive-ways/Side-walks/Pool decks/Pool coping Retaining walls/Engineered retaining walls/Garden walls Out-door kitchens/Fire places/Seat walls/Fire-pits All stone work/Stone patios/Kitchens/Seat walls/Fire places/Fire pits Concrete Landscape installation Out-door lighting/Seat wall lights/Step lights Sod Irrigation Paver repair/Cleaning/Sealing Fence installation/Aluminum/Privacy/Custom/Wall mounted fences All drainage/French drains/Channel drains/Down spout drains Grading Lot clearly We look forward to doing business with you!
"Superior Hardscapes has done seversl jobs for me and getting ready to start another. The most recent was a retaining Wall and it looks amazing. All my neighbors have complimented it as well and asked for contact information did work they want done. Great crew who cleans up after themselves and are very pleasant and professional!"
Deb S on October 2023
Thank you for looking at our profile. We are one of the Carolinas TOP Hardscape companies with 24 years of experience. We pride ourselves in the craftsmanship and quality of every project we install. All of our work is covered by a 10 year warranty from completion of installation which covers everything. We are a 100% turn key Hardscape company with tons of knowledge to address any issue/want you may have. We offer a free consultation and design plan, during our meeting we will go over how your project will be installed, material options and any questions you may have along the way. We are also proud to say we have received the Super Service Award on Angie's List for the past 9 years! Some of our services include; Custom Hardscape/Landscape design Paver patios/Raised patios/Drive-ways/Side-walks/Pool decks/Pool coping Retaining walls/Engineered retaining walls/Garden walls Out-door kitchens/Fire places/Seat walls/Fire-pits All stone work/Stone patios/Kitchens/Seat walls/Fire places/Fire pits Concrete Landscape installation Out-door lighting/Seat wall lights/Step lights Sod Irrigation Paver repair/Cleaning/Sealing Fence installation/Aluminum/Privacy/Custom/Wall mounted fences All drainage/French drains/Channel drains/Down spout drains Grading Lot clearly We look forward to doing business with you!
"Superior Hardscapes has done seversl jobs for me and getting ready to start another. The most recent was a retaining Wall and it looks amazing. All my neighbors have complimented it as well and asked for contact information did work they want done. Great crew who cleans up after themselves and are very pleasant and professional!"
Deb S on October 2023
Are you tired of Landscapers giving you the run around? Hard to get in touch with and once the job is finished you can forget getting them back out to fix anything, much less get them on the phone. Here at Carolina Southern Scapes we pride ourselves at being the premier landscaping and hardscaping company in the Charlotte area, with our project quality as well as our customer service second to none. No job too big or too small. We provide many Outdoor living installation options as well as regular lawn maintenance. Listed bellow are some of the many ways we can help you make your lawn beautiful. - Patios - Firepits - Outdoor Kitchens - Sitting Walls - Retaining Walls - Elevated Plant Beds - Mulch Delivery and Installation - Plant and Tree installation - Plant and Tree trimming - Yard Maintenance
"Patio started out good. Work got sloppy. After many attempts to get it done correctly, I had to get someone to come back and redo the grout. We also had to get some pavers leveled out. Much much money spent on yard as well and work done looks like something I could have done myself. Much money wasted."
Joe S on October 2024
Are you tired of Landscapers giving you the run around? Hard to get in touch with and once the job is finished you can forget getting them back out to fix anything, much less get them on the phone. Here at Carolina Southern Scapes we pride ourselves at being the premier landscaping and hardscaping company in the Charlotte area, with our project quality as well as our customer service second to none. No job too big or too small. We provide many Outdoor living installation options as well as regular lawn maintenance. Listed bellow are some of the many ways we can help you make your lawn beautiful. - Patios - Firepits - Outdoor Kitchens - Sitting Walls - Retaining Walls - Elevated Plant Beds - Mulch Delivery and Installation - Plant and Tree installation - Plant and Tree trimming - Yard Maintenance
"Patio started out good. Work got sloppy. After many attempts to get it done correctly, I had to get someone to come back and redo the grout. We also had to get some pavers leveled out. Much much money spent on yard as well and work done looks like something I could have done myself. Much money wasted."
Joe S on October 2024
Express Sunrooms, was created with you - the homeowner, in mind. We wanted to create a home improvement company and improve it with our unique hands on approach to offer you the best contracting experience with affordable prices. We believe we have accomplished this! Express Sunrooms, has maintained the lowest overhead system in the industry since day one. Therefore, our customers get quality products, hands on service and fair prices every time. Express Sunrooms', mission is the same today as when we first started – to provide quality projects backed with a lifetime warranty at fair prices creating a great customer experience while maintaining our exclusive "no pay guarantee."
"My husband and I met with the owner of this company, Todd, in March. We agreed to have a sunroom built on our existing deck. First, there was a problem with getting a building permit (no fault of ours). Todd had an engineer come out and get further measurements and we were told they would be submitted to the city for permit. Needless to say, we have had a hard time getting in touch with Todd and cannot get any information. Here we are three months later and nothing has happened. The last text correspondence was on a Thursday (June 6) and he said he would be in touch with us the following day before 5. Today is June 17, and still have not heard from him. The customer service is terrible and we would not recommend this company to anyone."
Avanette G on June 2024
Express Sunrooms, was created with you - the homeowner, in mind. We wanted to create a home improvement company and improve it with our unique hands on approach to offer you the best contracting experience with affordable prices. We believe we have accomplished this! Express Sunrooms, has maintained the lowest overhead system in the industry since day one. Therefore, our customers get quality products, hands on service and fair prices every time. Express Sunrooms', mission is the same today as when we first started – to provide quality projects backed with a lifetime warranty at fair prices creating a great customer experience while maintaining our exclusive "no pay guarantee."
"My husband and I met with the owner of this company, Todd, in March. We agreed to have a sunroom built on our existing deck. First, there was a problem with getting a building permit (no fault of ours). Todd had an engineer come out and get further measurements and we were told they would be submitted to the city for permit. Needless to say, we have had a hard time getting in touch with Todd and cannot get any information. Here we are three months later and nothing has happened. The last text correspondence was on a Thursday (June 6) and he said he would be in touch with us the following day before 5. Today is June 17, and still have not heard from him. The customer service is terrible and we would not recommend this company to anyone."
Avanette G on June 2024
We build outdoor living space where families can enjoy & spend time together. Our work consists of patios, bonfires, fireplaces, outdoor kitchens and more. We offer free estimates!
"Very good!"
Tony K on March 2025
We build outdoor living space where families can enjoy & spend time together. Our work consists of patios, bonfires, fireplaces, outdoor kitchens and more. We offer free estimates!
"Very good!"
Tony K on March 2025
At Compass Contracting, we take immense pride in being a family-owned business committed to providing exceptional craftsmanship and personalized service across North and South Carolina. With years of experience in the industry, we understand that your home is your sanctuary, and our mission is to enhance its beauty, functionality, and value through outstanding outdoor spaces. Whether you're looking to build a stunning deck, a secure fence, or a charming patio, our dedicated team works tirelessly to bring your vision to life with meticulous attention to detail and a focus on quality.
"Steve is very responsive and easy to work with on each step of project. Any concerns or questions throughout the process he's on point. Cheyenne “the magician “ built our deck with his team. Presto! High quality, solid, beautiful! 🤩"
Brian Proffitt P on June 2025
At Compass Contracting, we take immense pride in being a family-owned business committed to providing exceptional craftsmanship and personalized service across North and South Carolina. With years of experience in the industry, we understand that your home is your sanctuary, and our mission is to enhance its beauty, functionality, and value through outstanding outdoor spaces. Whether you're looking to build a stunning deck, a secure fence, or a charming patio, our dedicated team works tirelessly to bring your vision to life with meticulous attention to detail and a focus on quality.
"Steve is very responsive and easy to work with on each step of project. Any concerns or questions throughout the process he's on point. Cheyenne “the magician “ built our deck with his team. Presto! High quality, solid, beautiful! 🤩"
Brian Proffitt P on June 2025
McMurray Builders was founded over 33 years ago with a commitment to quality craftsmanship and a passion for design. What started with a dog, a truck, and a vision has grown into a team of experienced craftsmen with diverse backgrounds in design, engineering, finish carpentry, masonry, siding, electrical, drywall, plumbing, and painting. Each member of our team brings creative synergy and specialized skills to every project. McMurray Builders’ employees are licensed and insured. We practice a drug-free work environment. We maintain a positive attitude and an approachable demeanor. We aren’t “clock watchers”—we strive for workmanship we can be proud to call our own. If there is a problem, we fix it. We follow safety codes diligently. We are team players—ready to do our part and leave the project ready for the next phase. We offer opportunities for improvement when they present themselves on a project. We do what we say we will do. We aim to make every job a portfolio piece.
"It went well from beginning to end. The job was finished in a timely fashion and the results were beyond my expectations. They were always available when I had to contact them and even helped out with my Insurance claim. My family came to the house after the work was completed and were amazed at how beautiful of a job was done. My niece even asked me for my contractors name and phone number. You have one very satisfied client here! Thank you for a job well done!"
Eileen D on January 2025
McMurray Builders was founded over 33 years ago with a commitment to quality craftsmanship and a passion for design. What started with a dog, a truck, and a vision has grown into a team of experienced craftsmen with diverse backgrounds in design, engineering, finish carpentry, masonry, siding, electrical, drywall, plumbing, and painting. Each member of our team brings creative synergy and specialized skills to every project. McMurray Builders’ employees are licensed and insured. We practice a drug-free work environment. We maintain a positive attitude and an approachable demeanor. We aren’t “clock watchers”—we strive for workmanship we can be proud to call our own. If there is a problem, we fix it. We follow safety codes diligently. We are team players—ready to do our part and leave the project ready for the next phase. We offer opportunities for improvement when they present themselves on a project. We do what we say we will do. We aim to make every job a portfolio piece.
"It went well from beginning to end. The job was finished in a timely fashion and the results were beyond my expectations. They were always available when I had to contact them and even helped out with my Insurance claim. My family came to the house after the work was completed and were amazed at how beautiful of a job was done. My niece even asked me for my contractors name and phone number. You have one very satisfied client here! Thank you for a job well done!"
Eileen D on January 2025
Remodeling company specializing in custom Kitchen and Bathroom Renovations. Offering free estimates! Check us out on Facebook and Instagram! Facebook.com/TartagliaRenovations
"We worked with Tartaglia Renovations in 2020 on a complete overhaul of a bathroom and improvements to another bathroom and half bath, so we knew they were trustworthy, a pleasure to interact with, flexible when complications arose and meticulous about details. This time, Matt Tartaglia spearheaded the project and Claudiu Culda put in long hours to make sure our kitchen floor turned out exactly as we wanted. The previous owners of our house had installed a tile floor in the kitchen and laundry room in the late 1990s. That floor was cold in the winter and difficult to clean, so we decided to replace it with hardwood that would go with the rest of the house. The last owners hadn’t taken up the original floor, which was linoleum from 1967 laid down over a subfloor on top of wooden boards. The heavy tiles had to be smashed with a sledgehammer and pried up. Then came the layer of Duroc that had bonded those to the linoleum, then the linoleum, then the subfloor, then the layer of boards under that, because some had suffered water damage long ago and had partly rotted. Claudiu stayed cheerful through all the craziness. He put in a fresh layer of thick plywood, followed by an insulating layer, followed by oak boards that he sanded, stained, varnished, buffed and varnished again. We wanted those to match the rest of the house, so we used one-and-one-half-inch boards instead of the three-inch wood often installed in kitchens. Naturally, it took twice as long to put in. When he and Matt realized the new floor was lower than the old one, and there were gaps between the hardwood and the bottom of our cabinets, they found a way to bridge those gaps with wood stained to match the floor. The room looks warmer and inviting and will actually be warmer underfoot in the winter. We are thrilled with the results."
LAWRENCE T on March 2021
Remodeling company specializing in custom Kitchen and Bathroom Renovations. Offering free estimates! Check us out on Facebook and Instagram! Facebook.com/TartagliaRenovations
"We worked with Tartaglia Renovations in 2020 on a complete overhaul of a bathroom and improvements to another bathroom and half bath, so we knew they were trustworthy, a pleasure to interact with, flexible when complications arose and meticulous about details. This time, Matt Tartaglia spearheaded the project and Claudiu Culda put in long hours to make sure our kitchen floor turned out exactly as we wanted. The previous owners of our house had installed a tile floor in the kitchen and laundry room in the late 1990s. That floor was cold in the winter and difficult to clean, so we decided to replace it with hardwood that would go with the rest of the house. The last owners hadn’t taken up the original floor, which was linoleum from 1967 laid down over a subfloor on top of wooden boards. The heavy tiles had to be smashed with a sledgehammer and pried up. Then came the layer of Duroc that had bonded those to the linoleum, then the linoleum, then the subfloor, then the layer of boards under that, because some had suffered water damage long ago and had partly rotted. Claudiu stayed cheerful through all the craziness. He put in a fresh layer of thick plywood, followed by an insulating layer, followed by oak boards that he sanded, stained, varnished, buffed and varnished again. We wanted those to match the rest of the house, so we used one-and-one-half-inch boards instead of the three-inch wood often installed in kitchens. Naturally, it took twice as long to put in. When he and Matt realized the new floor was lower than the old one, and there were gaps between the hardwood and the bottom of our cabinets, they found a way to bridge those gaps with wood stained to match the floor. The room looks warmer and inviting and will actually be warmer underfoot in the winter. We are thrilled with the results."
LAWRENCE T on March 2021
We specialize in all phases of lawn maintenance, routine mowing services, mulch spreading, yard clean ups, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. 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!
"Wonderful service! Professional and responsive."
Marcia M on October 2024
We specialize in all phases of lawn maintenance, routine mowing services, mulch spreading, yard clean ups, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. 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!
"Wonderful service! Professional and responsive."
Marcia M on October 2024
Most outdoor kitchen pros finish the actual build in four to six weeks. That window covers framing, flooring, utilities, and appliance installation. Your timeline may stretch if the site needs extra prep, special-order materials, or you hit a busy season for contractors. Remember, planning, permits, and design meetings happen before the clock starts, so budget extra time for those steps.
In cold or wet climates, winterizing is worth the effort. Seal countertops, drain water lines, cover appliances, and ensure that cabinets and fixtures are constructed from weather-resistant materials, such as granite or stainless steel. Adding a roof or pergola helps protect surfaces from snow, rain, and UV rays. A few preventative steps each fall can keep repairs and frustration to a minimum come spring.
Yes—placing the kitchen against the house makes hooking up gas, water, and power simpler and cheaper. Keep anything that emits open flames—such as grills, griddles, and pizza ovens—at least 10 feet away from siding or other combustible materials. Check local fire codes before finalizing the layout so you stay safe and compliant.
You’ll need weather-rated outlets for appliances such as blenders, refrigerators, and lights. Ensure that every receptacle is GFCI-protected to shut off power quickly if moisture seeps in—a code requirement in most areas. A licensed electrician can run wiring, install the boxes, and add covers that stand up to sun and rain.