Outer Banks, NC

Compass Edge Construction specializes in new home construction, tear downs, bathroom and kitchen remodels, custom garages and outdoor living spaces such as kitchens, pools, and gazebos.

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Welcome To The Outer Banks Of North Carolina!

Whether you are looking to build your dream home or remodel your existing home, look no further! At Compass Edge, we have been designing, building, and remodeling homes on the Outer Banks 0f North Carolina since 2005.

Master Carpenter David Buchanan began his career in Raleigh in 1995 in the framing industry. David managed a 16-man crew for over 10 years before relocating to Southern Shores, NC, and launching Compass Edge Construction.

Fully licensed and operating as a general contractor, we specialize in bringing you complete service, from the beginning to completion of your project, with a single point of contact. We can design your dream home, rendering finished architectural plans or we will work with your existing drawings for your home or remodel.

As you look through our site, you will notice that we provide new home construction, additions, remodels, elevators, and various outdoor spaces including pools, pool houses, landscaping, decks, and docks.

If you have any questions regarding our services or availability, please feel free to fill out the contact form and submit it, or give us a call. Don’t wait another day to have your Outer Banks dreams come true!

David Buchanan

David Buchanan, Owner

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Testimonials

What our clients are Saying

I wanted to reach out and share our gratitude for another super job well done. We are heading home after 2 weeks with the family who enjoyed the surprises. They were blown away by the additions, beautiful...
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Vicky Ball
I wanted to reach out and share our gratitude for another super job well done. We are heading home after 2 weeks with the family who enjoyed the surprises. They were blown away by the additions, beautiful pool, and decking extension. The bunk and game rooms were a hit.
 I can’t thank you enough and feel very fortunate to have crossed paths many years ago.
 We’ll be in touch with renovations to the Villa next. Thanks so much, Vicky and Larry
Vicky Ball
"This letter is in recommendation of Compass Edge Construction, and David Buchanan, owner. David contracted with me for a partial renovation of our beach home in the community of Sanderling in Duck. The partial renovation included the kitchen and bedroom ...
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Betty LeBron
"This letter is in recommendation of Compass Edge Construction, and David Buchanan, owner. David contracted with me for a partial renovation of our beach home in the community of Sanderling in Duck. The partial renovation included the kitchen and bedroom level baths. A seemingly simple job in and of itself, however the home was 28 years old which posed structural challenges to the Compass Edge team. David took it on! And the end result is a beautifully updated kitchen with quartz countertops and a stainless sink with brushed nickel fixtures blending the old and the new, in addition to bright, clean, functional baths with upgraded lighting, vanities, and shower/tubs! Our beloved beach home had been transformed! Although the outcomes exceeded expectations, what impressed me most was the professionalism of David Buchanan and his team of workers. He met with me on time and was always prepared. He addressed all of our questions and was open to changes when possible. He worked with us diligently to stay within the parameters of our budget. What was of great importance to me was his attention to detail throughout the project to include a meticulous clean-up at the close of the project. There is no doubt in my mind that Compass Edge Construction will be my contractor of choice should we needed renovation services again. David Buchanan is a man of his word and a delight to work with!"
Betty LeBron
"We purchased a small, old beach home in Southern Shores without laying eyes on it. From pictures our real estate agent sent, we knew that the house needed to be remodeled and upgraded before it could become a quaint oceanside ...
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Laura & John Mitchell
"We purchased a small, old beach home in Southern Shores without laying eyes on it. From pictures our real estate agent sent, we knew that the house needed to be remodeled and upgraded before it could become a quaint oceanside beach rental. With a limited budget but big ideas, we were led to Compass Edge Construction by friends in the Southern Shores area. David not only took our call, but knew about our new home. He immediately set out to help us establish a workable budget and guaranteed the home to be ready to rent within three months. David met every goal and even came in under budget. We are now the proud owners of a true gem - our dream vacation home that earns rental income to boot!"
Laura & John Mitchell
"We knew when we bought our older beach home that there were some ugly lurking problems. We were faced with a lot of unknowns as we planned for our exterior renovation. How lucky we found David Buchanan and Compass Edge. ...
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Don & Carol Kirkland
"We knew when we bought our older beach home that there were some ugly lurking problems. We were faced with a lot of unknowns as we planned for our exterior renovation. How lucky we found David Buchanan and Compass Edge. David always had a solution, was wonderful to work with and had many great and practical ideas. His enthusiasm for our project and the resulting workmanship were excellent.Ask him to show you our house project pictures. Our house is beautiful!"
Don & Carol Kirkland
"We cannot thank you enough for the great work you did for us at "Crazy N Corolla". Your layout design and suggestions with the shower expansion project in the front master bedroom bath couldn't have come out any better. It ...
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Ray, Caralyn & Suzanne Wittersheim
"We cannot thank you enough for the great work you did for us at "Crazy N Corolla". Your layout design and suggestions with the shower expansion project in the front master bedroom bath couldn't have come out any better. It was a great utilization of the space available and really gives us, and our renters, a wonderful shower to relax in after a hard day on the beach. The kitchen repairs were of the same quality of workmanship as the shower, excellent. The replacement of the linoleum countertops with granite, along with the sink replacement and new paint job, literally makes the kitchen look brand new. We really appreciate the great communications, the honesty and dependability that you provided and will certainly use Compass Edge Construction, Inc. in the future. Thanks again."
Ray, Caralyn & Suzanne Wittersheim

Our Process

We will meet with you at regular intervals throughout the construction of your home or addition. We will also communicate via email, text, and video messaging as to the progress of your project. Upon completion of your new home construction or remodel we will schedule a walk-through and orientation. This will provide you an opportunity to identify any items that need our attention prior to the closing of the property (new construction). Compass Edge works with several local banks to help you secure financing if needed. We can provide you with a list of new home construction bankers upon request.

Contact Info

Design Build • Design Remodel
Outer Banks, North Carolina

David Buchanan
Carpenter / Builder

Compass Edge Construction, Inc.
103 High Dune Loop
Southern Shores, NC 27949
Cell: 252-202-4217
E-mail: jay@compassedge.com

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If you have any questions regarding our services or availability, please contact us using the form below.