Custom Millwork

Outstanding Work and Exceptional People! We couldn’t be happier with the work The Surfing Carpenter did in our home at Latitude Margaritaville Watersound. Zach, the owner—and yes, a surfer—was a true professional from start to finish. He and Jonathan did an incredible job installing beautiful beams and shiplap on the ceiling of our living room. Their craftsmanship and attention to detail were outstanding, and the finished product completely transformed the room. But what really impressed us was that Zach and Jonathan aren’t just talented carpenters—they’re great guys. They were engaging, personable, professional and genuinely enjoyable to have working in our home. Once the carpentry was complete, they brought in Dario to do the painting. He was equally impressive. Dario meticulously painted the beams and shiplap, and his attention to detail really brought the entire project together. And here’s something you don’t always see with contractors: they kept our house incredibly clean throughout the entire project. They vacuumed and swept as they worked, and the worksite never became the usual messy, unsightly construction zone. That made a big difference to us. We give The Surfing Carpenter our highest possible recommendation. If you’re looking for quality work done right by people who are honest, professional, talented and take pride in what they do, these are your guys. We absolutely love our new ceiling and couldn’t be more pleased with the entire experience. Thank you, Zach, Jonathan and Dario!

Zack and his team did an excellent job. Attention to detail as well quality of work was top notch.

Zach and his team did an outstanding job trimming out our home, including crown molding and door openings throughout, installing new cabinets, building a custom range hood, and modifying our kitchen island. His workers were true professionals from start to finish. They arrived on time, cleaned up the worksite at the end of each day, and—most importantly—they were magnificent craftsmen! They did truly beautiful work and transformed our house into a home!

When you work with Zach, you’re not just hiring a carpenter – you’re hiring a VIBE. He’s a bonafide craftsman. He’s got meticulous attention to detail and is a supremely talented carpenter. He’s got a deep bag of skills to go along with a high degree of creativity and a big portfolio of cool stuff he’s made. But the best part is you’re not stuck working with some crochety old man who’s been in the trades (and the sun) too long. You get to work with this super chill dude who brings a positive energy to every encounter. You’ll completely forget you’re in the middle of a home project and feel like you’re hanging at the beach with friends. If you want to work with cranky old dudes who snarl at you, go ahead. But if you want to actually enjoy the process of transforming your home, Zach is your guy. He’s equal parts craftsman, artist, and overall good human. Highly, highly recommend!

Zach is a perfectionist and made our vision come to life. It was truly an enjoyable experience working with him and would give a 6 stars of it were possible.

Zach is very knowledgeable about trimming and did a fantastic job recommending solutions to a flooring and trim challenges. Zach and his team were punctual, professional, and did the highest quality work that was better than expected. My husband and I were so impressed with Zach and his team that we will use them again. I would rate them 10 stars if google allowed!

I highly recommend the Surfing Carpenter. Zach was a problem solver and found a way to get the plywood that covers my windows during hurricanes off the garage floor, and the custom bookshelf he made turned out great. He was very professional and went above and beyond to be sure I was happy with everything he built.

Zach did a wonderful job on our great room ceiling with tongue and groove boards stained and beams that he also painted. He built mock ups of the ceiling beams and made multiple samples of stain colors for us to choose from. He also built floating shelves and a desk for our office. The wood caused trouble with the stain for the desk and he took the time to sand it all down and restained it to match another desk we have. It ended up exactly like we wanted. He also put in molding in our ceiling tray in our bedroom and painted it. Everything is stunning. He was meticulous about protecting the rooms and other furniture, and cleaned up daily. Communication with him was great with very knowledgeable ideas and discussions to get everything exactly how we wanted it. Very friendly and a really nice guy to work with. Thanks again for a fantastic job!

Zach and his team are the absolute best! They worked super hard and were meticulous in everything they did. We had them install extensive trim (shiplap, batten, wainscoting, etc.) and everything turned out amazing. We had a pretty tight timeline and they worked into the evenings and weekends to get it done. I honestly can’t say enough good things. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Zach did a great job for us. He was punctual dependable meticulous in his construction. We are very pleased with the results and would definitely have him work on another project for us.

We had a great experience. We were transitioning to a craft room and the walk in closet needed some work. I needed hanging storage and wider shelves. We couldn’t be happier. Zach and Jonathon met with me one day. Following later that night I had a detailed quote with pictures. They showed up on time. They were courteous and cleaned up. We hardly knew they were here. 5 Stars!

We recently had our outdoor screens done and could not be happier with the results! From start to finish, the experience was seamless, professional, and genuinely pleasant. This is truly a family-owned business that takes pride in their craftsmanship, and it shows in every detail. They were timely, communicative, and treated our home with such care and respect. The quality of the screens is outstanding — sturdy, clean, and installed flawlessly. You can tell they go the extra mile to make sure the job is done right the first time. It’s rare to find a company that delivers both exceptional workmanship and that warm, personal touch. We’re so grateful and highly recommend them to anyone looking to upgrade their outdoor space. If you want honest, reliable service and beautiful results, this is the team to call!

Total excellent carpentry repairs to the rear soffit and fascia on my house.

Perfect result! We were recommended to call Zach for construction of our pergola in Laguna Beach @ PCB. As you can see it is beautiful. The workmanship and product was definitely 5 star! Zach is our permanent "go to" for future construction and carpentry needs. 100% the best in all areas.

Zach has helped us tremendously in fixing up several carpentry projects at our home. He is very precise and has great attention to detail. Zach is very easy to communicate with and will answer any questions with plenty of knowledge about his work. I highly recommend The Surfing Carpenter!

Zach and his team were punctual, courteous, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. They did a beautiful job and I am very satisfied with the results. He and his team have my highest recommendation.

Zach and his crew did an outstanding job removing old DIY trim throughout entryways and sliding glass doors and updating them. Each crew member can answer any questions about the project. I had an emergency come up and I had to rush out. I trusted them working in our home with no supervision. Attention to detail and pride in their work. They also clean up and no dust or debris left behind. I will def hire them again.