Great company! The owner really helped me out a lot. Highly recommend them. Very responsive.read more

From the owner: Deck construction, deck replacement, deck repair, porch construction, porch replacement,…read morescreened-in porch installation, screened-in porch repair, deck railing repair, porch railing repair, fence construction, fence replacement, fence repair, patio construction, patio replacement, patio repair, stair construction, stair repair, stair replacement, deck staining, patio staining, patio enclosures, barn door installation, French door installation, interior door installation, gazebo construction, gazebo remodel, gazebo repair, siding repair and installation, home additions and repair, framing, framing repair, roof installation and repair.

I partnered with Atlanta Porch and Patio to bring my dream screened porch to life, and the final…read moreresult is exactly what I had envisioned. The design is stunning, and the craftsmanship is top-notch. I've already spent countless hours enjoying the space, and I know it will be my go-to spot for relaxing at home. That said, the process took time and involved several challenges--mainly related to permitting. As this was my first construction project, I wasn't familiar with county requirements and approval timelines. In my case, I had to apply for a zoning variance through Unincorporated DeKalb County--a process that took several months--on top of waiting nearly four months for the building permit itself. Fortunately, Atlanta P&P handled the building permit portion, but as the homeowner, I had to manage the zoning variance process directly. It was often slow and frustrating. One piece of advice I'd offer: if you don't already have a land survey, consider getting one before signing a contract. It will help uncover any potential obstacles early on, so you can make a fully informed decision before committing financially. The porch was absolutely worth the effort in the end, but there's no guarantee your variance request will be approved if you require one --especially if you're asking for a substantial setback reduction, as I was. Communication with the builder required some follow-up on my part during the project, but overall, it was a positive experience. Given the exceptional quality and execution of the design, I highly recommend Atlanta Porch and Patio to others.

Atlanta Porch and Patio did an incredible job designing and building our open porch with a…read morefireplace, and we absolutely love it! The space is stunning and functional--it's perfect for entertaining guests or just relaxing with family. We use it all the time, no matter the season! Their team was professional, reliable, and easy to work with throughout the project. If you're searching for a porch builder in Atlanta, someone to create an outdoor living space, or experts in adding custom fireplaces, this is the company to call. I can't recommend them enough!

I have mixed feelings about my experience with Express Sunrooms. I'll start off by saying we…read morereceived probably 10 quotes for our outdoor patio buildout. Express Sunrooms was one of the most expensive quotes we received but they seemed like a trustworthy & reputable business. We decided to move forward and hire them for the job. After being told our job would take 2-3 days maximum, it ended up taking 22 days! I caught them using the wrong materials that wasn't agreed on in the original contract. While they did admit this mistake and correct the issue, it makes you wonder if this is common practice for them. The job site was left pretty nasty as times with materials everywhere. There is still metal shavings all over my backyard that nobody has come to clean up yet. At the end of the day, we are happy with the finished product but what an absolute headache it was to get us to this point. I would go with a different company if I had it to do all over again.

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Avoid these guys. They built us a new deck 8 years ago that was supposed to last 20-30 years with…read moreregular staining but even with regular sanding + staining, the "pressure treated" boards started rotting and splitting after the 7th year. As per the invoice, we got 2" x 6" deck boards but we measure them and they are only 5" wide! We were told these are kiln dried vs. pressure treated (what you get from Home Depot/Lowe's) so now, we cannot find the same size anymore. Richard (the same guy who did the deck) came to assess and said it's the wood seller's fault and not his. Then he told us they were out of business but my wife found the warranty sticker on one of the boards and saw that they were not . Then Richard "offered to open a warranty case with them" (Cox Industries) that required us to submit rotten samples to him (which we did) but this dragged on for months and at the end, he sent us this: Dear Richard,  Viance has completed the chemical analysis of the treated lumber that you submitted for warranty.  I am sorry to inform you that the treated wood does not meet the terms and conditions of the EcoLife Warranty.  Explanation of the warranty denial is below. The wood samples sent showed that they did not meet the required treatment for penetration or retention (pcf) for the EcoLife treatment.  Proper pcf is rigorously tested by the American Wood Protection Association (AWPA).  The AWPA standards are set forth under for the U-1 Use System for pressure treated products. This is itemized in the EcoLife warranty, under "What the Warranty Does Not Cover" as line item #8, improperly treated material. Also during our analysis we found that the 2x6 material did not meet the standard nominal dimensions manufactured by wood saw mills under the standard set forth by the Southern Yellow Pine Inspection Bureau (SPIB). The 2x6 samples had been re-milled after treatment.  Viance prohibits this action because it will take away valuable treatment at the surface of the wood.  Furthermore, this process exposes juvenile heart wood unnecessarily to rot and decay. This is numerated as item #5 in the EcoLife Warranty, under "What the Warranty Does Not Cover". We dutifully had the deck cleaned and stained right after installation, a year after and every 2 years after that - Richard even acknowledged it when he came to inspect our deck. At the end of the day, he told us he no longer uses the wood anymore and build only composite decks and that he can give us a discount if we were to tear out the entire deck and replace it with composite with his company. The original deck cost $12k so I would assume a composite one would cost about $24k ... no way we have that kind of money lying around and even if we did, we would not hire him to do the job. He told us if we regularly maintained our wood deck, we can get 20-30 years of life out of it ... barely lasted 7.

I HIGHLY Recommend Exterior Designs + Decks…read more After going through the thoughts of what to do with our unusable deck, as it receives 100% sunshine and is too hot to enjoy, we were leaning towards an awning. That opened a huge can of worms. After realizing the true cost for a quality awning, this led me to calling contractors to add a porch to our existing, 2-YO deck. I received 5 quotes, some so high I'm still shaking my head to this day at their absurd quotes of over $25K to enclose 216 SF'! The owner, Rich Thomas, came to the house and while chatting with me, drew-out what I was thinking on paper, very quickly and professionally. I was floored how talented he was. His quote so reasonable, I hired Rich on the spot. The crew he sent out, from start to finish, was outstanding. His guys hand drilled each hole to install the 80+ decorative metal tubes for the railing. The tongue and groove ceiling, WOW, what a nice touch and again, the price, extremely reasonable. Below is my final eMail to Rich. I HIGHLY recommend you call them for your home upgrade needs before you sign a contract with another contractor. I've been meaning to write to give you a heads-up; I'm very impressed with the crew that you sent over; from Val down. Your guys are outstanding, hard workers and craftsman. I do mean craftsman. It's nice to see people who care about their work, get the job right the first time, which reflects in the products they create. I also want to give a kudos to Bob's guys. They too impressed me. In both counts, that's something as I do not impress easily.

Great experience! I will hire them again. I had my backyard redone, we use the firepit all of the…read moretime now.

From the owner: Hearth & Hardscape is a full service Landscape & Exterior Construction company. We provide a…read morecomprehensive Design-Build experience with superior customer service. Our client experience is the focus and remains our top priority. We deliver on that experience through our project methodology. Our meticulous attention to every detail creates a uniquely professional and stress- free experience for our clients. This is one of the many reasons that we were awarded "Best of Woodstock 2023".

They did a great job screening in our existing, covered deck for a very reasonable price!read more

Decided to screen in our covered patio in our new home. Gem Screens did a wonderful job for a…read morereasonable price. Highly recommend!

I cant say enough about Relax Outdoors and Scot. Scot saved me from a nightmare situation and took…read moreover my pool project after the shotcrete pour. Scot bent over backward to help me. His responsiveness is top-notch! His communication is 10/10. I had one conversation with him, and he understood my vision completely and helped me create a gorgeous pool. When we ran into minor issues (like a tile being discontinued), he worked overtime to find me a replacement that I loved super close to the original budget. Scot goes way above and beyond most contractors I have ever worked with, and he does it always with a great attitude and smile. If you want the pool of your dreams, with a pleasant, happy overall experience vs the typical nightmare situations we often hear about in the pool industry, then go with Scot and Rutherford Made!!!!!! The pool is 15x30 with a slightly 18" raised 6 jet spa, and the deck is outdoor porcelain (nonporous, doesn't stain & no slip) and approx 2400 sq ft deck. Mermaid tile

From the owner: RutherfordMade is a premium outdoor living and pool construction company proudly serving Woodstock…read moreand the surrounding areas. We specialize in creating custom swimming pools, designing and building decks, landscaping, and installing fountains. Our commitment to excellence in craftsmanship and attention to every detail is unparalleled in the industry. With our team of highly skilled craftsmen, you can rest easy knowing your outdoor living space will be built to the highest standards and will exceed your expectations. Call, text, or email us for more information and to see how we can make your outdoor dreams a reality.