HORRY COUNTY

Custom Home Builder & General Contractor in Horry County, SC

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Baldwin Builders is a licensed Horry County general contractor serving North Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach, Little River, Carolina Forest, Conway, and Surfside Beach with new construction, renovations, additions, structural repair, and storm damage restoration—organized project management built for Grand Strand coastal conditions.

Specializations

Defined by Scope

Why Choose Baldwin Builders in Horry County?

County-Wide Grand Strand Coverage

From the beaches of North Myrtle Beach to inland communities like Conway and Carolina Forest, we serve all of Horry County with consistent construction quality and local knowledge.

Hurricane Code Compliance Across Jurisdictions

Horry County spans multiple municipalities with varying code requirements. We manage wind-rated construction, impact-rated openings, and structural tie-downs across all local building codes.

Seasonal Construction Planning

Grand Strand tourism impacts material deliveries, road access, and subcontractor availability. We schedule Horry County projects around these realities to avoid costly delays.

Cities & Communities

Where We Build in Horry County

From the North Carolina line down to Surfside and inland to Conway, Horry County is the Grand Strand. Pick your city for locality-specific notes — building department, flood zones, and the trade base we use there.

Building & Renovating in Horry County

Horry County runs from the oceanfront of North Myrtle Beach and Myrtle Beach to inland communities like Conway and Carolina Forest. We build the full county under one SC general contractor license — the detail that drives cost, foundation, permitting, and timeline is below.

How does permitting work across Horry County?

Horry County spans multiple jurisdictions with varying code requirements. Unincorporated areas permit through Horry County Building Services, while Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Conway, Surfside Beach, and other incorporated towns run their own building departments with separate fee structures and inspection schedules. We confirm the governing authority for your lot and manage permitting through final inspection.

How much does a custom home cost to build in Horry County?

Costs range widely across the county. Inland builds in Conway and Carolina Forest typically run $185 to $325 per square foot, while oceanfront and VE-zone builds along the Grand Strand commonly run $350 to $600 per square foot with elevated piling foundations and premium finishes. See our Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach pages for area detail, or our full custom home cost guide.

How do hurricane code and FEMA zones affect a build?

We build the entire county to the South Carolina-amended IBC for 130+ mph wind ratings, with impact-rated openings and structural tie-downs across all local codes. Oceanfront and water-adjacent lots in FEMA AE/VE zones require elevated foundations above the Base Flood Elevation, while inland sites outside the floodplain commonly use slab or crawlspace systems. See our Horry County permit guide and FEMA flood zones guide.

How does Grand Strand tourism affect scheduling?

Grand Strand tourism affects material deliveries, road access, and subcontractor availability across the county. We plan Horry County projects around these seasonal realities — and around storm season on the coast — to avoid costly delays, on a cost-plus fixed-fee basis with a single project manager from scope to closeout.

SC Licensed General Contractor #CLG124644 — serving North Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach, Little River, Carolina Forest, Conway, Surfside Beach, and communities across Horry County.

Customer Reviews

Dan Renne

Myrtle Beach • Bathroom remodeling • 5.0

★★★★★

"We recently had our bathroom completely remodeled by Baldwin Builders, and they did an absolutely amazing job! From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, the entire team was professional, communicative, and attentive to every detail. They stayed on schedule, kept the worksite clean every day, and minimized disruptions to our home. We couldn’t be happier with the results and highly recommend Baldwin Builders!!"

Tina Gibbins

Cherry Grove Beach • Condo Renovation • 5.0

★★★★★

"We were referred to Baldwin Builders by a friend and are so pleased. Our newly purchased vacation condo needed to be completely painted, bedroom flooring replaced to match existing, a new kitchen fixture and desk area built. The tricky part was coordinating this while living 3 states away. George walked the property, gave great suggestions and had a proposal to us in a few days. There was a lot of coordination needed to gather materials but he didn’t miss a beat and took it all in stride. His communication with calls and photos and his responsiveness was fantastic. They matched the existing flooring perfectly and made my workspace vision come to fruition. If you want quality work done, call Baldwin Builders. You won’t be disappointed."

Bill Baker

SC • HVAC Renovation • 5.0

★★★★★

"We recently purchased an older home in SC knowing some work would be required before leaving our home state. We turned to our many long-term acquaintances in the area for contractor recommendations. Repeatedly, Baldwin Builders came up on the top of every list. We engaged them to oversee our major HVAC renovation project after they provided the most competitive price of all bids. Baldwin Builders was sensitive to our absence during the project and contacted us almost daily with project status and solutions to any unforeseen challenges. Just before our return to SC, we were notified they completed the final inspection of the project and the subcontractor was returning that day to rectify one minor punch item. I would characterize Baldwin Builders as a company of uncompromising integrity and pro-active communicators who provide professional oversight of projects. We will use them for ALL our planned project here in SC!"

Phillip Wisdom

North Myrtle Beach • Bathroom Remodel • 5.0

★★★★★

"Baldwin Builders recently remodeled our bathrooms, and we couldn’t be happier with the outcome. From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, their team was professional, responsive, and detail-oriented. They helped us choose modern fixtures, updated the flooring, and improved the overall layout to make the space more functional. The crew was punctual, kept the work area tidy, and made sure to minimize any disruption to our daily routine. The transformation is incredible—our bathrooms now feel like a high-end spa. Highly recommend Baldwin Builders for any remodeling needs!"

Vincent Padavano

Myrtle Beach • Bathroom Remodel • 5.0

★★★★★

"I have nothing but great things to say about Baldwin Builders. I had a guest bathroom remodel done by them and it turned out amazing. They paid attention to detail, cleanliness and finished the job within a short/appropriate amount of time. I would definitely recommend this young, professional, up-incoming business to anyone for home repair/updating needs."

Thomas Veith

North Myrtle Beach • Full Home Remodel • 5.0

★★★★★

"I hired Baldwin Builders to do a full renovation on my beach vacation rental and have nothing but great things to say about them. At first I was hesitant to hire a younger team, but their experience and dedication has been proven through the quality of their work. Their head sales guy, George, was with me through the entire project displaying perfect communication and was someone I could count on answering the phone anytime I had a question. He went above and beyond to hold everyone accountable and shared my vision as if it was his own. One last thing I thought was special was Larson, the owner, delivered my estimate and acted in my best interest throughout the entire project displaying honesty and transparency. Nice to see a young squad so eager and determined to leave an impact and I will definitely be calling them for my next build!"

James Moye

Little River • Floor Installation • 5.0

★★★★★

"George is extremely accommodating & professional. Great communication! Also met with his brother Larson. Nice guy & it’s very impressive they created such an excellent business together. I needed a sub floor from recent demo go bad & they got on it & handled so quick. I’m continuing my relationship with these 2 brothers & crew. More to come…"

Thomas Neat

North Myrtle Beach • Home Addition • 5.0

★★★★★

"I don’t know where to begin explaining how happy I am with my sunroom. It was a screened porch and I said I wanted a room to use all year round with a view of the pond behind me. Beyond my expectations. George, Larson, and crew worked fast, kept me up to date, treated my family and even my pets with respect. I will not hesitate to call them if I have another project."

Andrew Zaloom

North Myrtle Beach • Full Home Remodel • 5.0

★★★★★

"I could not be happier with the quality and service that both Larson and George provided. From the initial consultation to delivery, they were thorough, honest, and attentive. Within a few days, they were able to do an extensive door replacement and structural repair. I own several rental properties in the area and this was the first group I’ve worked with that did not over promise and under deliver. I could not recommend them enough. Thank you Larson, George, and Baldwin Builders. "

Gina Thomas

Little River • Bathroom Remodel • 5.0

★★★★★

"After building a new house and being left without shower doors for our walk in luxury tile shower it was a major burden . We researched and looked for a couple of weeks to find a builder to install shower doors and Baldwin Builders came in showed us our options for our price range and was prompt in delivering what we decided on . Larson is extremely efficient and knowledgeable. The installation was easy and perfection. We will be calling Baldwin Builders from now throughout the future for all of our projects no matter how big or small they are our "go to". If you are looking for a contractor who cares and is professional , Baldwin Builders is your company ."

Ed Cristina

Little River • Porch Construction • 5.0

★★★★★

"Hired Baldwin Builders last minute to build a staircase for my porch. We needed it done quickly. I gave them pictures on a Friday and it was DONE Monday!! AND it was absolutely perfect; exactly what we wanted and hundreds less than the other 2 companies we called. Ask for George or Larson: both were great!!"

Horry County Home Builder & General Contractor FAQ

Common questions about construction projects across Horry County and the Grand Strand.

What areas of Horry County do you serve?

We serve North Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach, Little River, Carolina Forest, Conway, Surfside Beach, and surrounding Horry County communities along the Grand Strand. Horry County permitting requirements apply to all construction from North Myrtle Beach through Myrtle Beach, and the county enforces both coastal wind requirements and flood zone compliance per FEMA maps.

Does Horry County require hurricane-rated construction?

Yes. Horry County falls within a high-wind zone. New construction and major renovations must meet South Carolina wind-resistant building codes, including specific requirements for roof connections, impact-rated openings, and structural tie-downs.

Do you handle both residential and commercial construction in Horry County?

Yes. Baldwin Builders provides residential construction, commercial build-outs, renovations, additions, structural repair, and storm damage restoration across Horry County.

How do I get an estimate for a Horry County project?

Use the quote form or call (843) 251-4834. Share your location within the county, the project type, timeline, and a short description. Photos help for renovation and repair scopes.

Do you work on storm damage repair in Horry County?

Yes. We handle storm and water damage repair, including structural rebuilds, roof systems, siding, and interior restoration after hurricane and flood events.

Get a Quote for Your Horry County Project

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Written by Larson & George Baldwin, founders of Baldwin Builders · Updated · SC GC License #CLG124644