About Us
Built on Integrity, Handcrafted for Lake Living
Chapin Porch Pros is a licensed South Carolina builder specializing in complete lakeside outdoor living — from structural tie-ins at the house to erosion control at the water.
Meet the Builder
Jay Harrell
Jay Harrell is a licensed South Carolina homebuilder and general contractor with deep roots around Lake Murray and the Midlands. He grew up on these waters and has spent his career building for the families who live on them.
Jay stays hands-on from the first design conversation to the final trim board. That means he's on your site, checking footings, framing and flashing himself — because structural integrity is what separates a porch that lasts decades from one that sags in five years.
His standard is simple: every porch, deck and covered patio should read as a natural architectural extension of the home, never an afterthought bolted onto the back of it.
Jay Harrell
Owner & Lead Builder, Chapin Porch Pros
Why Choose Us
A builder's standard applied to your backyard
Most porches fail at the details — the roof tie-in, the flashing, the framing you never see. We handle the complete lakeside package, from structural tie-ins to erosion control with retaining walls and seawalls.
- Tailored architectural designs that match your home's existing rooflines and trim details.
- Premium materials selected to withstand South Carolina heat, humidity and lake weather.
- Structural work done right — proper footings, flashing and load paths, not cosmetic shortcuts.
- Clean, respectful job sites with daily cleanup and protected landscaping.
- Transparent communication: fixed written scopes, clear schedules, no surprise change orders.
- Licensed South Carolina homebuilder and general contractor, fully insured.
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What homeowners ask before hiring us
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Let's design your outdoor space
Tell us about your project and we'll schedule an on-site consultation, then follow up with a clear written scope and price.
(803) 924-2006