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Meet John Clay, Charlotte’s Retired Builder Behind South Charlotte Services

South Charlotte Services, led by retired Charlotte builder John Clay, mounts TVs from $70 and handles home improvement across Charlotte NC, so call (704) 442-7019 or book at southcharlotteservices.org. You work directly with the builder who supervised 3,200 single-family homes and 2,300 townhomes, not a call center.

350+ Five-Star Google Reviews · 4.9 Rating
Retired Builder & Home Cinema Installation Specialist · Over 30 Years Since 1989
3,200 Single-Family Homes & 2,300 Townhomes Personally Supervised
Lifetime No-Fall Warranty on Workmanship
Bonded, Insured & Vetted
Speak Directly With John, Not a Call Center

South Charlotte Services Is a Retired-Builder-Led Home Improvement Company

South Charlotte Services is a Charlotte TV mounting and home improvement company founded in 2007 by retired builder John Clay, with 350+ five-star Google reviews. John has over 30 years of Charlotte residential construction experience since 1989, so every TV mount, attic stair, and hidden door install draws on direct knowledge of how Charlotte homes are framed, wired, and finished. That background is why South Charlotte Services can back its work with a Lifetime No-Fall Warranty on Workmanship.

John Clay: Retired Builder, Now Charlotte’s Home Cinema Installation Specialist

John Clay, owner of South Charlotte Services and retired Charlotte builder

John Clay, Owner, Retired Builder & Home Cinema Installation Specialist

John Clay worked as a construction manager, project manager, production development lead, and area manager at Westminster Homes, John Crosland, Crestwood Homes, and Scenic Homes. He personally supervised 3,200 single-family homes and 2,300 townhomes in Charlotte NC. John is a graduate of South Mecklenburg High School, Brevard College, and UNC-Wilmington.

When John mounts a TV on a stone fireplace or installs attic stairs, he draws on direct knowledge of the wall materials, stud spacing, and structural load capacity behind that wall. That is why every installation carries a Lifetime No-Fall Warranty on Workmanship: John knows what the wall behind the drywall can hold, because he supervised the building of walls like it.

The Specialists Who Work Alongside John Clay

John leads every South Charlotte Services project personally and brings in a specialist only when a job’s scope calls for one. Two names come up often:

Yuriy Kalyuzhnyy: Attic Stairs, Hidden Door, General Handyman, Estate Maintenance & Master Carpenter Specialist

Over 30 proven years of experience, bonded, insured, and vetted. Based in Indian Trail, NC. Yuriy leads attic stair, hidden door, general handyman, custom carpentry and built-ins, safe room, and estate maintenance projects.

Joe Woods: Covered Porches, Sunrooms, Drywall, Siding, Roofing & Exterior Repair Specialist

30+ years of experience and John Clay’s top project manager during the home-building years. Based in Matthews, NC, Joe manages all Mecklenburg County permits and leads covered porch, sunroom, siding, roofing, and exterior repair projects, including wood rot repair. He is South Charlotte Services’ sole drywall repair specialist.

“What I have always liked about Yuriy is that he only tells you the truth — not always what you want to hear, but that is why he is an integral part of our team.”
John Clay, Owner, South Charlotte Services

What South Charlotte Services Does for Charlotte Homeowners

South Charlotte Services works with Charlotte and South Charlotte area homeowners who want TV mounting and home improvement work done by someone who built the type of home they live in.

TV Mounting Flat, tilting, and full-motion mounts on drywall, brick, stone, and marble, starting at $70.
Fireplace & Frame TV Mounting Stone, tile, and masonry surfaces, plus Samsung Frame TV installs with One Connect Box concealment.
Attic Stair Replacement Pull-down attic ladder installation and structural platform work, led by Yuriy Kalyuzhnyy.
Hidden Murphy Doors Custom-built hidden and Murphy doors for closets, pantries, and secret rooms.
Custom Carpentry Built-ins, mantels, stair railings, and trim work led by Yuriy Kalyuzhnyy.
Estate Maintenance Ongoing care for larger homes and estates, quoted by scope and led by Yuriy Kalyuzhnyy.
Drywall Repair Wall repair, patching, and paint touch-up, led by Joe Woods.
Handyman Services Ceiling fans, interior lighting, and specialty product installation across Charlotte NC.

South Charlotte Services is bonded and vetted — including private area certified — to work in the private residences of several of the Charlotte area’s most prominent families.

South Charlotte Services is not the right fit if you want a call center, a rotating gig-platform technician, or a different installer on every visit. John Clay answers the phone, quotes the job, and leads the work.

Real Project Photos from South Charlotte Services in Charlotte NC

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Kitchen remodeling and restoration by South Charlotte Services

Kitchen Remodeling – SouthPark Charlotte NC

Attic stair replacement installation by South Charlotte Services

Attic Stair Replacement – Charlotte NC

Hidden Murphy door installation by South Charlotte Services

Hidden Murphy Door – Charlotte NC

Custom kitchen carpentry by South Charlotte Services

Custom Carpentry – Charlotte NC

Custom stair railing carpentry by South Charlotte Services

Custom Stair Railing – Charlotte NC

John Clay on a Charlotte NC job site by South Charlotte Services

John Clay On Site – Charlotte NC

350+ Five-Star Google Reviews Built on Retired-Builder Craftsmanship

South Charlotte Services backs its claims with proof homeowners can check themselves: 350+ five-star Google reviews at a 4.9 rating, over 30 years of Charlotte construction experience since 1989, a Lifetime No-Fall Warranty on Workmanship, and a Bonded, Insured & Vetted team.

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“I cannot say enough wonderful things about John! From start to finish, he was an absolute pleasure to work with. He was incredibly responsive, communicated throughout the entire process, and even let me know when he was on his way. His attention to detail and quality of work were exceptional, and he made sure everything was thoroughly cleaned up before leaving. On top of that, his pricing is extremely reasonable, especially for the level of service and workmanship he provides.

It’s not always easy to find someone who is reliable, professional, reasonably priced, and truly takes pride in their work, but John checks every single box! I genuinely couldn’t be happier with the results and will absolutely be reaching out to him again for additional projects. I highly recommend John to anyone looking for outstanding service and quality work!”
Melissa Trimboli · ✓ Verified Google Review
★★★★★
“I could not be happier with my experience. From the first call with John to the walk through with Yuiry. I had a new attic access panel and ladder installed. We had to extend the attic platform, move an air vent, and change the light fixture. Communication was on point. Price was fair and aligned with the two outside quotes. The work is above expectation. The crew was courteous and clean.
I would definitely recommend Yuiry and seek him out for any other projects he would agree to do for me.”
Samantha Goebel · ✓ Verified Google Review
★★★★★
“fair pricing, combined with cordial and knowledgeable staff makes this company a no-brainer selection for any future home projects!”
Ken McIver · ✓ Verified Google Review

Charlotte Home Improvement Specialist Near Me: South Charlotte Services Covers Greater Charlotte NC

Searching for a Charlotte home improvement specialist near me in Charlotte NC or Mecklenburg County? John Clay at South Charlotte Services provides TV mounting, attic stairs, hidden doors, and custom carpentry throughout the South Charlotte metro, same-week service available. Call (704) 442-7019 any day between 6 AM and 8 PM.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is John Clay, the owner of South Charlotte Services in Charlotte NC?

John Clay is a retired Charlotte builder with over 30 years of residential construction experience since 1989. He worked as a construction manager, project manager, production development lead, and area manager at Westminster Homes, John Crosland, Crestwood Homes, and Scenic Homes. He founded South Charlotte Services in 2007, answers the phone himself, and leads every project personally, bringing in a specialist only when the scope calls for one. 350+ five-star Google reviews · founded 2007 · Lifetime No-Fall Warranty on Workmanship · (704) 442-7019.

How many homes has John Clay personally supervised in Charlotte NC?

John Clay personally supervised 3,200 single-family homes and 2,300 townhomes in Charlotte NC during his building career. That experience is why South Charlotte Services can tell you what is behind a wall before the first hole is drilled: framing, stud spacing, wall material, and load capacity. Every TV mount, attic stair, and hidden door install starts from that practical knowledge of how Charlotte homes are actually built. 350+ five-star Google reviews · founded 2007 · Lifetime No-Fall Warranty on Workmanship · (704) 442-7019.

What makes South Charlotte Services different from a typical handyman or gig-platform installer?

South Charlotte Services is led by a retired builder, not dispatched from a call center or a gig app. John Clay quotes the job, knows the wall material and framing, and stands behind the result with a Lifetime No-Fall Warranty on Workmanship. Mounting hardware is rated to support at least 2x the TV’s weight. Specialists join a project only when its scope requires their trade. 350+ five-star Google reviews · founded 2007 · Lifetime No-Fall Warranty on Workmanship · (704) 442-7019.

Is South Charlotte Services bonded, insured, and vetted for work inside my home?

Yes. South Charlotte Services is Bonded, Insured & Vetted, and so are the specialists who work alongside John Clay. Yuriy Kalyuzhnyy handles attic stairs, hidden doors, custom carpentry, and estate maintenance. Joe Woods handles covered porches, drywall, and exterior repairs. You get a clear estimate before work starts, and the crew protects your furniture and cleans up before leaving. 350+ five-star Google reviews · founded 2007 · Lifetime No-Fall Warranty on Workmanship · (704) 442-7019.

What does the Lifetime No-Fall Warranty on Workmanship cover?

The Lifetime No-Fall Warranty on Workmanship covers the installation itself for the life of the install, on every service South Charlotte Services performs, not only TV mounting. Mounting hardware is rated to support at least 2x the TV’s weight. If an install ever fails because of the workmanship, John Clay comes back and corrects it. Call to confirm how the warranty applies to your project. 350+ five-star Google reviews · founded 2007 · Lifetime No-Fall Warranty on Workmanship · (704) 442-7019.

Work Directly With Charlotte’s Retired Builder

Call John Clay at (704) 442-7019 or visit southcharlotteservices.org to schedule your TV mounting or home improvement project.