“Our gazebo survived Hurricane Florence with zero damage. The neighbors lost theirs. That tells you everything about the build quality.”
GAZEBOS
Waterfront Gazebos for Shade and Storms
Metal-roofed and IPE-trimmed gazebos that anchor your pier and shade your view from Hampstead to Carolina Beach.
Metal RoofsHurricane-RatedIPE Hardwood Available
THE CHALLENGE
Why this matters on coastal NC
Most "kit" gazebos blow away in the first 70-knot squall. A real waterfront gazebo is framed like a house and bolted to pilings.
MATERIALS WE USE
Pressure-treated framing lumber5V-crimp galvalume metal roofingIPE, cedar, or PT trim316 stainless lag screwsHurricane straps and post bases
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Every gazebos build covers
- Custom 8x8, 10x10, 12x12, or 14x14 footprint
- Pressure-treated framing on dedicated pilings
- Standing-seam or 5V-crimp metal roof
- IPE, cedar, or PT decking and rails
- Optional electrical and ceiling fan rough-in
HOW WE BUILD GAZEBOS
Our 5-step process
01
Free Site Evaluation
We measure the pier, check piling spacing, and lay out the gazebo to your view.
02
Custom Design
We sketch the roof pitch, post style, and rail detail before any saw runs.
03
Frame & Roof
Posts go up first, then the roof rafters, then the metal roof and ridge cap.
04
Trim & Finish
IPE rails, cedar trim, or pressure-treated finish work — your call.
05
Walkthrough
We test every rail, vacuum the roof, and hand you the wiring diagram if applicable.
PRICING & TIMELINE
Free Site Evaluation
Free site evaluation. Most waterfront gazebos fall in the $9,000 – $28,000 range, plus electrical if included.
Request estimateWARRANTY
One-Year Workmanship
One-year workmanship warranty. Metal roofing carries a 30-year manufacturer warranty.
Materials carry their respective manufacturer warranties.
WHAT HOMEOWNERS SAY
Real feedback on our gazebos
“Standing-seam roof, IPE rails, ceiling fan — it is the room we use most from April to October.”
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OUR APPROACH
The Hurricane-Strap Roof System
Every gazebo we frame uses Simpson hurricane straps at every rafter-to-post connection and metal-roof panels rated for 130 mph. Kit gazebos skip these connections — ours are bolted to refusal-driven pilings and framed to survive direct squalls.
— Mark Lipe, NC GC #100980
FROM MARK LIPE
Gazebos done right is invisible — it just works through the next storm and the next ten tides. That's the standard.
FAQ
Questions about gazebos
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Will a gazebo fit my existing pier?
In most cases yes. We inspect the pilings and may add two more under the gazebo footprint to handle the roof load.
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Do you frame for a ceiling fan?
Yes. We rough-in the box, run conduit down a post, and coordinate with your electrician.
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Metal or shingle roof?
On the water, metal wins every time. Shingles tear off in a squall and leak from salt corrosion.
AVAILABLE IN
All eight coastal NC cities
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Free site evaluation. Written estimate within one business day. Every board, fastener, and piling listed.