Outdoor Living & Decks · Dawsonville, GA

Outdoor Living & Decks in Dawsonville, Georgia

Screened porches, covered decks, and outdoor kitchens built for the way you actually want to spend time outside, designed and constructed by one team.

The Overview

More Living, Outdoors

A great outdoor space should feel like another room of the house, not a bolt-on platform. GHIR’s design-build approach keeps your whole project under one roof: one contract, one schedule, and one team accountable for how it ties into your home.

We start with how you want to use the space and how the sun, slope, and views work on your lot. From there we develop plans, secure every permit, and build it to handle North Georgia’s seasons. It’s the same disciplined process behind 300+ completed projects across Dawsonville and Dawson County.

4-8wk
Typical Project Timeline
1
Point of Contact
20+
Years Experience

Request a Consultation

A relaxed, no-pressure conversation about your yard, your vision, and a realistic budget.

  • Free design-build consultation
  • Transparent, line-item budgeting
  • Financing up to $150K available
  • Licensed in Georgia & Florida

Or call · (404) 922-7379

What’s Included

Every Trade, Under One Roof

No separate firms to coordinate. We handle each phase of your outdoor space, from the first drawing to the final railing.

01

Design & Layout

Full design of your deck, porch, or outdoor room, planned around your views, sun exposure, and how you like to gather.

03

Framing & Decking

Structural framing and decking in the materials you choose, built to last through North Georgia’s four seasons.

05

Outdoor Kitchens & Fireplaces

Built-in grills, bars, fireplaces, and lighting wired and plumbed by our licensed trades.

02

Permits & Footings

Permitting, inspections, and engineered footings coordinated across Forsyth, Dawson, and surrounding counties.

04

Roofs & Screening

Covered roofs, screened enclosures, and ceilings that turn a deck into a true three-season room.

06

Railings & Finishes

Railings, stairs, stain, and the final details that make the space feel finished and safe.

How It Works

Your Space, Step by Step

A clear, predictable path from the first conversation to your first evening outside.

Step 01

Consultation

A complimentary sit-down to understand how you want to use the space, your yard, and your budget range.

Step 02

Design & Budget

We develop plans and a transparent, line-item budget, so there are no surprises later.

Step 03

Permits & Approvals

We pull every permit and handle inspections and county coordination on your behalf.

Step 04

Construction

Your dedicated team builds on schedule and protects your yard and home throughout.

Step 05

Final Walkthrough

A detailed walkthrough and punch list. We’re not finished until every detail is right.

Covered deck outdoor living room open to the woods by GHIR Construction in Cumming, GA
Covered deck and porch with outdoor seating in Cumming, GA

Why GHIR

Built on Trust, Proven by Work

Licensed & Insured

Credentials That Hold Up

Georgia Unlimited GC #GCCO006076 & #GCQA006072, Florida GC #CGC1527188, and proud NARI Atlanta membership.

Owner-Led

A Hands-On Team

Wes & Lindsay Wiggins bring 20+ years of combined experience and a management style that keeps projects on time and on budget.

Single Source

One Roof, Start to Finish

Design, permits, and construction under one accountable team, so you never juggle separate firms or point fingers.

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Where We Work

Outdoor Living in Dawsonville, Georgia

Dawsonville is home. As a design-build firm based right here in Dawson County, we know the lots, the local permitting offices, and how to build an outdoor space for life in the North Georgia foothills.

Dawsonville, GA 30534Dawson CountyGA-400 CorridorLake Lanier AreaDawson ForestNorth Georgia Foothills

Building just outside Dawsonville? We serve the surrounding North Georgia area too, so just call. (404) 922-7379

★★★★★
“They handled every detail, from design to permits to construction, and delivered exactly what we envisioned. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire them again for any project.”
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104 Facebook Reviews · 97% Recommend · NARI Atlanta Certified · BuildZoom Top 1% in Georgia

Flexible Financing

Don’t Let Budget Delay Your Plans

GHIR offers unsecured project financing directly, with no home equity required and no lengthy bank process. Start your project now and pay over time.

$150K
Maximum Unsecured Project Financing

Common Questions

Outdoor Living FAQs

How long does a deck or porch take?
Most decks and covered porches take 4 to 8 weeks once construction begins, depending on size, roofing, and screening. You’ll have a realistic schedule before we start.
Can you build a screened or three-season room?
Yes. We build open decks, covered porches, screened rooms, and fully enclosed three-season spaces, including ceilings, fans, and fireplaces.
What decking materials do you use?
We build in pressure-treated wood, cedar, and composite decking. We’ll walk you through the look, maintenance, and cost of each during design.
Are you licensed in Georgia?
Yes. GHIR holds GA Unlimited GC licenses #GCCO006076 and #GCQA006072, plus FL GC #CGC1527188, and is a NARI Atlanta member.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. We offer unsecured project financing up to $150,000 with no home equity required. Ask during your free consultation.
Do you build decks in Dawsonville?
Yes. Dawsonville is our home market. We build outdoor spaces throughout Dawson County and the surrounding North Georgia area. Call us to confirm your specific neighborhood.

Let’s Build Your Outdoor Space

Start with a free consultation and budget conversation. One team, one point of contact, from the first drawing to your finished space.

Or call us directly · (404) 922-7379