If you're like most homeowners, thinking about roof repairs isn't something you do very often. But when it comes to protecting your family, few home-related features do more than your roof does. Your home's roof is much more than a "hat" for your house. It keeps outside elements at bay like rain, wind, sleet, and snow. It also plays an important part in keeping you dry, warm, and comfortable through all four seasons. Those squirrels and other critters you see roaming around your property? It helps keep them away from your family, too.
When you consider those factors, it's easy to see why your roof is such a crucial piece of your everyday life. That's why, when your roof needs quality maintenance, renovations, or repairs, hiring a trustworthy roofing company in Murrells Inlet, SC should be high on your priority list.
For years, Lowco roofing has been South Carolina's go-to roofing contractor for repairs, installations, and other roofing services. As Lowcountry locals, we consider ourselves more than just a roofing company. We're your friends and neighbors who you might see shopping at the local grocery store. As a family-owned roofing company, we pride ourselves on integrity, hard work, and personalized roofing services you can count on.
There's no secret formula that makes our company successful - we simply provide our customers with the highest quality work performed by expert roofing professionals. We like to do right by our customers because if the roles were reversed, that's how we'd like it too. The bottom line is that we do right by our customers and treat them the way we would like our own family to be treated.
When you choose Lowco Roofing, you can rest assured that you'll get the very best:
Lowco Roofing is a family-owned and operated business with over 30 years of roofing experience. There's no roofing project too small or large for our team to handle. We've seen and done it all, from major roof replacements to preventative roofing maintenance. When combined with our customer service, material selection, and available warranties, our experience sets us apart from other roofing contractors.
Lowco Roofing has earned the respect and admiration of our customers by delivering the best craftsmanship and overall customer satisfaction. Our team is happy to assist you with any questions you have. Whether you need a roof inspection for your new home or have questions about roofing shingles, we're here to serve you.
From shingles, metal, and tile to commercial flat roofing, Lowco Roofing has the product lines and expertise to complete your job correctly, on time, and within your budget. As an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, we offer the largest selection of shingle styles and products from the most trusted name in shingle manufacturers.
As roofing experts, we know that warranties are important to our customers. That's why we offer the best product warranties around, including lifetime warranties on our shingles. With these warranties in place, you can have peace of mind knowing that your roof protects what matters most in your life.
Now that you know more about Lowco Roofing in South Carolina, you're probably ready to learn more about our roofing services in Murrells Inlet, SC. Here are just a few of our most popular specialties:
If you've lived in South Carolina for long, you know that the weather can be crazy. One moment, it's bright and sunny outside and the next, it's raining cats and dogs. The reality is that South Carolina storms and our climate can wreak havoc on your roof. That's why, when your roof is damaged, you need a top-rated roofing contractor to perform expert roof repairs.
Whether you know for sure you have roof damage, or you're thinking ahead and need preventative maintenance, we can help. It all starts with a thorough roof inspection, so we can understand the scope of your repair needs. Once we know what kind of damage or maintenance you need, our team gets to work repairing damaged materials. When it's all said and done, you can rest easy at night knowing your family is better protected than they were the night before.
But don't wait until it's too late - we've seen countless examples of homeowners procrastinating about their roof repairs. It never ends well! Contact our office today to schedule your free repair estimate.
Today's world is filled with independent thinkers and DIY specialists, which should be applauded. And as a homeowner, it makes sense to take care of minor issues and repairs yourself. But when it comes to significant, often complex repairs involving your roof, it's always best to rely on licensed, insured roofing contractors. Here's why:
At Lowco Roofing, we aim to provide outstanding roof repairs and high-quality service. When we repair, replace, or install a new roof in South Carolina, we go the extra mile to make sure our job is completed with excellence. We know the devil is in the details, which is why we triple-check our work for quality. Our goal is to exceed your expectations with real-deal roofing craftsmanship, not mediocre service. If you want your roof repairs to last, it's always best to go pro with Lowco Roofing.
Like those you'll find at Lowco Roofing, the best roofing contractors have many years, if not decades, of professional experience. That experience is priceless and is one of the reasons why so many customers choose our roofing business. Our contractors have an incredible depth of knowledge, both in roofing repair theory and in practical application. No amount of reading, research, or YouTube videos will compare to real-world, high-level experience.
As a customer, you want every assurance possible that your roof repairs and products will last for the long haul. We offer the roofing industry's best product warranties to protect your investment, including lifetime warranties on our shingles. As an Owens Corning preferred contractor, you know you're hiring an elite roofing contractor in Murrells Inlet, SC. As part of the Owens Corning network, you can have confidence that we are dedicated to service, craftsmanship, and reliability.
True roofing experts have the tools and training to get the job done quickly and more efficiently than amateurs. Our customers trust us with their roofing repairs because it frees them up to spend time with family and go about their lives without being burdened by roof work. Your weekends are valuable - don't waste them worrying about your leaky roof. We've got your back!
Safety is often the most pressing concern for homeowners and one of the biggest reasons to hire an experienced roofing professional. Going pro not only helps ensure your safety - it also protects the safety of your home as well. Roof repairs usually involve climbing on ladders, balancing on roofs dozens of feet in the air, and performing under pressure. For the average homeowner in South Carolina, that can create a recipe for disaster. Remember, if you're injured while trying to repair your roof, you won't be the only person suffering. Your family will, too.
Installing a new roof on your home is a complex, intensive process that should be performed by licensed professionals. It can be a large investment, but it's one that will certainly pay off in the months and years that follow. Not only will your family be safer and more comfortable, but a new roof can also raise your home value.
Whether you're giving your home a much-needed re-design or your current roof is in bad shape, Lowco Roofing is the company you can trust to help. Our roof installation experts have replaced countless roofs for homeowners in South Carolina. We hold ourselves to the highest standards to ensure product longevity, customer satisfaction, and quality craftsmanship.
The benefits of Lowco roof installations include:
It might seem obvious, but replacing an old roof is a safe, responsible decision for your family. This is especially true if you know for sure that your current roof is in bad shape.
Be the envy of your neighborhood! Replacing your old which makes your home look great and can increase the value of your property when it's time to sell.
Installing a new roof is often a more energy-efficient option than keeping your old one. As a bonus, many homeowners enjoy lower utility and energy bills when replacing their roofs.
Because Lowco Roofing uses top-quality roofing materials and shingles from Owens Corning, you can be confident your roof will last for years.
There are many reasons why you might want to consider replacing your roof, but most often, the choice stems from necessity. But how do you know when it's time to replace instead of repair?
They say that knowledge is power, but knowing the warning signs of an unsafe roof can save lives. That might sound far-fetched, but if your roof is old and dilapidated, it could be a serious safety issue for your family. To make matters worse, old roofs can cause increased utility bills and affect your overall curb appeal. If your roof looks horrible, costs you money, and fails to protect you from the elements, it's time to call Lowco Roofing.
Here are a few additional signs to look out for:
Cracked shingles on your roof render the structure nearly useless. Generally, harsh storms and South Carolina weather cause shingles to crack, especially over time. Cracked shingles are easy to spot, so if you see them, it should be a red flag.
The flashing around chimneys, vents, and skylights seals the seams of your roof, keeping rain and weather out. Examine these points closely to ensure your flashing isn't cracked or broken. If it is, you could have a major water leak, which damages your entire roof.
If your roof looks like it's sagging or drooping, you need a roof replacement ASAP. Check your roof's surface for signs of rotting boards, trapped moisture, or sagging spots at the lowest points of your roof.
How old is your roof? Many roofs, especially those with asphalt shingles, can last for decades. But they don't last forever. Review any home improvement records you have to find out when your roof was installed or repaired. If you can find out when your roof was installed, you will have a better idea how much life it has left. As a rule of thumb, common asphalt shingle roofs last 20 to 25 years. A roof installed over existing shingles needs to be replaced after 20 years, if not sooner.
Moss can add a certain old-school, prestigious look to your home, but in reality, it spells trouble for your roof. Moss, like mold and fungi, indicates trapped moisture. When moisture has infested your roof, it could mean it's close to ruining. You could try to carefully remove moss or mold growth with a stiff brush, but chances are you'll need professional help to address underlying problems.
There's a reason why so many South Carolina homeowners turn to Lowco for roofing services. Sure, we could talk about our accolades and how we're better than other roofing companies. But the truth is, we'd prefer to show you with hard work and fair pricing.
From roof repairs to roof replacement, there's no better company to trust than Lowco Roofing. We have the expertise, experience, products, and tools to get the job done right, no matter your roofing problem. We'll work with you to select the best materials for your roofing needs and budget, and we'll make sure the job is done right from start to finish.
Murrells Inlet is getting a new restaurant at a historic site.Neal and Pam’s in Surfside Beach, SC, announced they were opening a new restaurant in Murrells Inlet via Facebook at 3797 US Highway 17 Business, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.“Through this endeavor, we will remain commu...
Murrells Inlet is getting a new restaurant at a historic site.
Neal and Pam’s in Surfside Beach, SC, announced they were opening a new restaurant in Murrells Inlet via Facebook at 3797 US Highway 17 Business, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.
“Through this endeavor, we will remain community-driven, support charitable causes, local musicians, local artists, local purveyors, gamecockin, daydrinkin, karaokin and good timin,” the Facebook post read. “Most importantly, we will remain the social epicenter of Surfside and strive to become the same in Murrells Inlet.”
Neal’s Creekhouse is the name of the new location, and Neal and Pam’s owner, Zach Baker, said the eatery would open in late 2023 or early 2024.
“We just kind of been eyeing something in Murrells Inlet for a long time,” Baker said. “A lot of our customers live down in Pawleys and Murrells Inlet, and it’s just a little more accessible for them.”
The new eatery plans on having breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week and will be able to seat around 200, Baker said. He added that the restaurant will have the same menu as Neal and Pam’s, such as burgers and other items.
Neal’s Creekhouse’s new waterfront building is the previous home of American Steak & Oyster Bar, as well as another well-known, now-closed Murrells Inlet restaurant.
Flo’s Place was a New Orleans-themed eatery that served gumbo, crawfish and other bayou staples for about 40 years before closing in 2019.
“It’s not often that something on the water in Murrells Inlet comes available,” Baker added. “When we found out about it, we jumped at the chance.”
Ben Morse is the Retail and Leisure Reporter for The Sun News. Morse covers local business, Coastal Carolina University and high school sports. Morse previously worked as an intern for The Island Packet covering local government. Morse graduated from American University in 2023 with a Bachelor’s Degree in journalism and economics, and he is originally from Prospect, Kentucky.
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (WMBF) - After nearly 40 years in Surfside Beach, Neal and Pam’s is bringing their brand south.Owners said the new restaurant, Neal’s Creekhouse, will incorporate many of the things people love about Neal and Pam’s, into a new marshfront restaurant.Neal’s Creekhouse will be located near the Murrells Inlet Marshwalk, off of Highway 17 Business, in the old American Steak and Oyster Bar building.“I’m very excited and I wish them luck,” said one woman from Murrel...
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (WMBF) - After nearly 40 years in Surfside Beach, Neal and Pam’s is bringing their brand south.
Owners said the new restaurant, Neal’s Creekhouse, will incorporate many of the things people love about Neal and Pam’s, into a new marshfront restaurant.
Neal’s Creekhouse will be located near the Murrells Inlet Marshwalk, off of Highway 17 Business, in the old American Steak and Oyster Bar building.
“I’m very excited and I wish them luck,” said one woman from Murrells Inlet.
Pam Stapleton, one of the previous owners of Neal and Pam’s said the name of the new restaurant is to honor her late husband Neal.
“He was quite a character in the area,” said Stapleton. “If you ever knew him, you wouldn’t forget him.”
Construction is currently underway and the building is transforming.
“A little water view. I think it’s going to be nice,” said a regular at Neal and Pam’s.
Current Neal and Pam Owner, Zach Baker said this location is a perfect spot.
“On this side of the highway in Murrells Inlet, on the water, I don’t know that there will ever be anything in our lifetime that comes available again,” said Baker.
Baker said they’ve been thinking about this expansion for years.
“When we found this place, we have such a good following in the Inlet already and even further south, down into Pawley’s Island. We thought this was the perfect location to continue our journey,” said Baker.
This journey is one that many people thought might never happen after a fire forced Neal and Pam’s to close for eight months last year.
“We got back open, we had a great summer and this came available and we jumped at the opportunity,” said Baker.
Neal’s Creekhouse will have more space and a bigger kitchen, allowing Baker’s team to be more creative with their menu.
Baker said they will also have music and of course karaoke.
“We always say food doesn’t have to be pretentious to be delicious, and it’s more fun to eat in a bar than drink in a restaurant,” said Baker. “So that’s the kind of vibe we’re going for here.”
Baker said they can’t wait to serve the community, but they have a lot of work to finish before they’re ready to set a grand opening date.
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MURRELLS INLET — Lee’s Inlet Kitchen celebrated two milestones this year.The Murrells Inlet restaurant, family-owned and operated since 1948, just turned 75. It was also recognized by Southern Living Magazine as the “Best Seafood Restaurant in South Carolina 2023.”Not bad for a tiny spot that once was a gas station.The restaurant’s history traces back to Eford and Pearl Lee, who moved to Murrells Inlet in the mid-1940s from Cool Springs, a rural farming community on S.C. 319 about four miles...
MURRELLS INLET — Lee’s Inlet Kitchen celebrated two milestones this year.
The Murrells Inlet restaurant, family-owned and operated since 1948, just turned 75. It was also recognized by Southern Living Magazine as the “Best Seafood Restaurant in South Carolina 2023.”
Not bad for a tiny spot that once was a gas station.
The restaurant’s history traces back to Eford and Pearl Lee, who moved to Murrells Inlet in the mid-1940s from Cool Springs, a rural farming community on S.C. 319 about four miles southeast of Aynor.
The duo decided to get into the restaurant industry despite coming from a generation of farmers. They first managed Lokey’s Restaurant — now the Hot Fish Club — and then White’s Restaurant, which used to be next door to Lee’s Inlet Kitchen. Eford Lee was also employed by the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers and had a hand in carving out the Intracoastal Waterway.
But the Lee family wanted a restaurant and business they could call their own and were able to get their hands on a building at a price unheard of these days. They purchased an old Murrells Inlet gas station on the steps of the Horry County Courthouse in Conway for $800 through a public auction. That building soon became Lee’s Inlet Kitchen.
Over the decades, the building withstood two major hurricanes, Hazel in 1954 and Hugo in 1989.
Eford and Pearl’s son Billy Lee took over running the restaurant in the 1970s. Billy’s daughter Kelly Lee Dorman and her husband Dexter have been operating it since the early 1980s.
“When my parents took over, it was basically the front part, and it had one dining room where there were probably 20 tables, and what is now the waitress station was actually the kitchen,” said Adrian Dorman, marketing director and fourth-generation member of the family.
Dorman said her father is business-minded and had the foresight that they simply could not use the kitchen anymore due to anticipated growth.
“They actually just tore the back half of the building off and built the kitchen we have now and added another 1,400 square feet to it,” Dorman said. “That was a big gamble too because they had no idea if it was going to be successful, but it was definitely the right move because they were able to get in there, try some new stuff and get some new recipes going in addition to the original ones.”
Some may wonder why the Lees did not open their restaurant on the Murrells Inlet waterfront, but Dorman said there are many reasons for that.
“First off, in 1948 the waterfront was just the fishing dock and there weren’t restaurants over there. People didn’t want to eat where the fish were brought in,” Dorman said. “That was just a crazy concept. My great-grandmother also said that they didn’t want to be on the waterfront. They wanted to be on the road where all of the traffic was and she did not want to get blown away from a hurricane.”
Dorman said the interior of the building has pretty much stayed the same since 1985, but they renovated the front of the restaurant about seven years ago by vaulting the ceiling over the bar and lobby and bringing inside the original Lee’s Inlet Kitchen sign that was in storage for years.
“It’s such a mainstay and a fixture,” Dorman said. “It’s so easily recognizable and we wanted to keep that essence of the time period it was built in.”
The menu has not changed much over 75 years, with the complimentary hushpuppies and the seafood platter remaining favorites of patrons.
In 1948, a seafood platter was $1.50 and a fried version these days will cost you $30.95, but one compliment the family always gets is the food has always been consistent.
The restaurant’s menu features seafood sourced from the Carolina shores, appetizers, steaks, chicken, salads, a kid’s menu and homemade desserts. Their flour, cornmeal and grills are milled by Adluh in Columbia and they hand-peel their Fantail Shrimp, up to 150 pounds daily.
Editor’s note: What Myrtle Beach people, places or things make you nostalgic? Tell us more about this story or other notable stories that our journalists should know about our community. Email us at online@thesunnews.com.At first glance, one can be fooled into thinking that the goats have returned to Goat Island located behind Drunken Jack’s restaurant in Murrells Inlet.But the goatly-shapes are fake - metal statues that are a symbolic ge...
Editor’s note: What Myrtle Beach people, places or things make you nostalgic? Tell us more about this story or other notable stories that our journalists should know about our community. Email us at online@thesunnews.com.
At first glance, one can be fooled into thinking that the goats have returned to Goat Island located behind Drunken Jack’s restaurant in Murrells Inlet.
But the goatly-shapes are fake - metal statues that are a symbolic gesture of what once was a popular site for locals and visitors to the MarshWalk.
The goats - often numbering between six and seven - have lived on the island from April through November since about 1982.
One of the big events for onlookers was the rounding up of the goats around Thanksgiving each year to move the goats to their winter home. It was during that time that restaurant owner Al Hitchcock and volunteers would make “fools” out of themselves, chasing the goats around the island and through the marsh, Hitchcock said.
He doesn’t know how people found out about the date and time of the roundup, but he suspects it was a restaurant employee who would leak the information. About 150 to 200 people would come to watch.
However, in October 2022, things changed drastically for the goats when they were removed ahead of Hurricane Ian.
During Hurricane Ian, the water was chest high on the MarshWalk, Hitchcock said. A photo on Hitchcock’s phone shows only a tiny part of the island with the rest surrounded by water. If volunteers hadn’t removed the animals ahead of the storm, “We would’ve lost the goats,” he said.
“They would’ve hung me, run me out of town or put me on social media,” Hitchcock said of the goats’ fans. “I didn’t want any of the three.”
In February, Hitchcock made the decision to not return the goats after the island suffered extreme erosion from the king tides and hurricanes over the years, limiting space for the goats to roam safely, Hitchcock said.
In addition, Hitchcock said that relocating the goats on and off the island was stressful for the animals. Since the goats are pets, he was concerned for their safety and well-being.
“Us chasing the goats is not safe for us or the goats,” Hitchcock said.
On a sunny, but chilly Thursday, the Murrells Inlet goats are roaming a large patch of land, eating grass and soaking up the sun.
It’s their winter-now permanent location at Osprey Marina in the Socastee area. Hitchcock said the owners of the marina have been wonderful over the years to allow the goats to live there.
After their permanent removal, the marina’s owners took on the responsibility of caring for the goats. They seem happy in their location, but Hitchcock said they were also happy to get to the island.
When it came time to load up the goats to bring them to the island, Hitchcock said the ones who had been there before would line up at the gate. That’s because they would dine on leftovers from the restaurant, including items from the salad bar such as carrots and lettuce ends and hushpuppies.
At one time the island also had about six to eight peacocks. However, a hurricane one year came and blew them away, killing three, Hitchcock said.
The rest were rounded up and brought back to the island, but they flew away again. They are now living behind a boat landing in Murrells Inlet. There are about a dozen peacocks there.
Hitchcock has numerous stories about the goats, including a time when a goat got loose and roamed Murrells Inlet for two months. Another goat got loose and crossed the roadway into a woman’s garden and ate some of her vegetables. “I had to buy that lady two cases of collard greens,” Hitchcock said.
The goats were placed on the island to help keep the grass and underbrush down, according to Drunken Jack’s website.
But the truth is that it was another kind of grass that prompted Hitchcock and another man to bring the animals to the island.
Hitchcock said the goats were a prevention solution after some men began growing marijuana plants on the island. He said Murrells Inlet was a small town in the early ‘80s, and no one wanted it there. The goats took care of the problem, eating the plants.
When asked if the goats were affected by the marijuana, Hitchcock wasn’t sure, replying, “I don’t know what a high goat looks like.”
Hitchcock understands that people miss the goats. He said there’s not a day that he doesn’t get asked, “Where are the goats?”
While the metal goats are just a stand in, Hitchcock wanted people to know that the goats were OK. So he placed a sign with a photo of the goats on the farm on the side of his restaurant that says, “We miss y’all too.”
This story was originally published December 9, 2023, 7:00 AM.
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (WBTW) — A Murrells Inlet fisherman who was asked to drop a memorial bottle 50 miles off the coast in 2021 says it was recently found in France.Shane Bashor, owner and operator of Side Kick Charters in Murrells Inlet, was working on his charter boat three years ago when a woman he didn’t know approached him. She asked if he could take the bottle far off the coast and drop it in the ocean to remember her daughter.“The chances of something floating from here to France have got to be pretty a...
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (WBTW) — A Murrells Inlet fisherman who was asked to drop a memorial bottle 50 miles off the coast in 2021 says it was recently found in France.
Shane Bashor, owner and operator of Side Kick Charters in Murrells Inlet, was working on his charter boat three years ago when a woman he didn’t know approached him. She asked if he could take the bottle far off the coast and drop it in the ocean to remember her daughter.
“The chances of something floating from here to France have got to be pretty astronomical I would think,” Bashor said.
Bashor said the woman had lost her daughter almost five years ago to a laced fentanyl drug overdose. He said she put a letter remembering her daughter in the bottle, as well as purple ribbons for overdose awareness.
He said he waited a few months before he went out far enough to drop the bottle at sea. Three years went by without really thinking about it, and then, he said he received a text.
“I don’t know if you remember me or not, but I gave you this bottle for my daughter three years ago when we were in Myrtle Beach, and I got an email back from these two ladies that found it,” Bashor said.
Bashor said he can’t believe the bottle ended up in France three years later. All it would have taken to break it was a cargo ship hitting and cracking it and sinking it to the ocean floor.
Bashor said he thinks the bottle being found has brought the woman some healing and closure.
“Although it’s sort of a sad story it still makes me happy, and it feels as if it’s got a happy conclusion or ending to it,” Bashor said.
He said the people who found the bottle will probably take a ribbon and drop it back in the sea. He added maybe this isn’t the conclusion. The woman’s memorial could live on for another round of travels.
“Maybe it’ll wind up in Jamaica or Cuba or who knows where it goes from France, but I don’t know maybe three, four, five years from now I’ll get another crazy text out of the blue saying you’ll never believe where the bottle and letters made it to now,” Bashor said.
He said the woman is now an author and founder of the Forgotten Victims of North Carolina, which works to help families who have lost loved ones to drug overdoses.
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