Carpenter - Savannah, GA
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In high school my choice for vocational class was woodshop. I remember back then it took me all year to build a stereo cabinet & I was so proud. (these days, that length of time would be embarrassing). I prided my self in taking the time to do it right, while learning to read drawings. After high school, I joined the United States Marines. I have always been drawn to structure, details, sense of duty and doing what is right. Upon leaving the fleet, I remembered my woodshop class and decided carpentry, specifically Fine Carpentry, is what I should pursue. Two decades later, after learning frame, trim and hardwood floor, I decided to venture out on my own and founded Level & Square. Two things that drive me: Thomas Jefferson wrote in the declaration of independence that "those with the ability have the responsibility." I figure I have a responsibility, as a master, to do the best job possible with proper deference to the client and the piece in question. This is an art. Doing it well means I'm enjoying myself. I can practically guarantee great results under these conditions. Building a house is building a house; making a coffee table with decorative inlay is stimulating. Level & Square takes tremendous pride in the quality of our craftsmanship. We guarantee your satisfaction. If for any reason you are not satisfied with our results, we will work with you until we exceed your expectations. Sincerely, Daryn Pleasants Owner, Level & Square
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106 E 57th St
Savannah, GA 31405
Photo | Project | Date | Description | Cost | Home |
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Bull st duplex | Oct 2014 | After lying empty for more than 15 years, the windows on the north and south side (12 per side) had to be restored. The windows on the west side (Chippewa square side) were in good shape and only required cosmetic attention. The others were in an advanced state of decay. The sills had completely rotted away and the sash cases were rotten up to 12 inches each side. Removing the windows necessitated eliminating the overhead pocket. I filled the top of the case, which was fine as there was no balcony. | $4k | Savannah, GA | |
Bay window Trim | May 2014 | The panels were salvaged from a motel (headboards), I squared and capped them. The sill was easy enough, but the friese portion was the real fun. The baseboard was layed in later over tile. | $1k | Charlotte, NC | |
Big Green Egg Table | Oct 2011 | Test | $625 | Greensboro, NC | |
Toddler wardrobe | Jun 2011 | Grandma hired me to build this from an on-line drawing. It was for her granddaughter. She wanted to finish it herself. | $175 | Greensboro, NC | |
Breakfast Nook | May 2011 | I built this for a pastor in Asheboro whose wife was expecting. It's wire-style frame with a headboard face (wainscotting). The table top is red oak; the legs are screwed to wood plates nailed to the joists under the floor. The table top is finished with laquer. | $2k | Ponte Vedra, FL | |
Overhead glass rack | Oct 2006 | This piece is stained Ipswich pine and finished with dutch oil. | $140 | Greensboro, NC | |
Mantle | May 2006 | This piece is ebony stain over select pine with gold leaf highlights. The price does not include installation. | $250 | Greensboro, NC | |
Wine case | Aug 2004 | This case is natural tone finished with dutch oil. The rack holds 30 bottles and is secured with a keyed cam lock. | $500 | Greensboro, NC | |
Lighthouse Lamp post | May 2004 | The woman I built this for obviously is a lighthouse enthusiast. The coupola has no floor so the light diffuses down the tower. I was proud at how cool this looked. | $550 | Savannah, GA |