12× Diamond Award Winner
2004 Builder of the Year
Top 3 Preferred Builder
Since 1968
Custom Home Builder · Brunswick County, NC

Built on legacy.
Delivered on time.

57 years of custom homebuilding. Hundreds of families. Not one cut corner. Joy Construction is North Carolina's most decorated custom builder — and we build every home like it carries our name. Because it does.

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57Years building in NC
12×Diamond Award Winner
5★Google Reviews
1968Family owned since
Recognition

The most decorated
custom builder in the region.

These aren't participation trophies. Every award represents a completed home, a satisfied family, and a standard other builders didn't meet.

"The Diamond Award is the most prestigious recognition a custom builder can receive in Brunswick County. We've won it 12 times — and every one of them represents a family who trusted us with their most important investment."
Joy Construction · 12× Diamond Award Winner · Parade of Homes, Brunswick County
12×
Diamond Award Winner
Brunswick County · Most prestigious builder recognition in the region
'25
Diamond Award
Most recent award — 2025
'24
Diamond Award
Four consecutive years of recognition
'23
Diamond Award
Consistent excellence across builds
'04
Builder of the Year
Regional top honour for overall excellence
Top 3
Preferred Builder
Consistently rated among the best in North Carolina
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Interior Craftsmanship

Every detail.
Every room.

Kitchens, bathrooms, living spaces — this is what it looks like when nothing inside is an afterthought.

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Client Reviews

They say it better
than we ever could.

All five-star reviews on Google. Real names. Real homes. Real families.

★★★★★
"It has been a great experience working with Sid, Bob and Joe while getting our home built in Sunset Beach, NC. We would 100% recommend Joy Construction for any project you may have."
James McClurkin
Custom home · Sunset Beach, NC
★★★★★
"Everyone at Joy Construction has been an absolute pleasure to work with. Their exceptional attention to detail and genuine commitment to understanding your vision make the experience feel as though they're building their own home."
Christie Gibbons
Custom home · Brunswick County, NC
★★★★★
"Living in PA, the risky part was choosing the right builder. Our realtor said the only choice would be Sid Rampy of Joy Construction. Don't overlook Sid Rampy of Joy Construction — I'm glad we didn't."
Barry Barton
Out-of-state buyer · Ocean Ridge Plantation
★★★★★
"Joy Construction has been a pleasure to work with. A trustworthy company with truly outstanding people. Our project manager, Joe, has been a blessing through the entire process."
Chris Rizzo
Custom home · Brunswick County, NC
★★★★★
"We were first-time home builders and very fortunate to have the perfect builder to bring us through every step of the process. Our dream home on paper came to reality."
Helga Susmeyer
First-time builder · Brunswick County, NC
★★★★★
"Joy Construction is a reliable company that exhibits professionalism in every customization from start to finish. They don't just build houses — they create forever homes."
Kendall Freeze
Custom home · Brunswick County, NC
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Client Stories

Don't take our word
for it.

Three families. Three builds. Hear it directly from the people who lived the process.

Client Story
In their own words.
Hear directly from a Joy Construction client on what the experience was really like — from the first conversation to move-in day.
Out-of-State Build
Built from a distance.
No surprises.
Most of our out-of-state clients have never built before and can't be on-site. Hear how Joy Construction made that work.
Client Story
The kind of builder you
refer your family to.
Joy Construction clients don't just come back — they send their children. Hear why.
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The Team Behind the Build
What our clients say about
our team.
Every build has a dedicated project manager who oversees every detail from groundbreaking to move-in. This is what our clients say when we ask them about the experience.
Joy Construction founders
1968
Founded
Our Story

Built on
her legacy.

Joy Construction was founded in 1968 by Joy Rampy. Her son, Sid, grew up in the business and has led it for decades. Every home Joy Construction builds carries the family name — and Sid has never forgotten what that means.

We don't build for volume. We build for families. That's why we work with a select number of clients each year, why every project has a dedicated project manager, and why our clients refer their children to us when it's time for them to build.

57 years in. Still family-owned. Still the most decorated custom builder in the region. That doesn't happen by accident.

The Team

The people behind
every build.

You're not hiring a company. You're working with this team, personally, from day one to move-in day.

Sid Rampy
Sid Rampy
President / CEO
45+ years in the industry. Son of founder Joy Rampy. Leads every client relationship and ensures every project reflects the company's commitment to quality.
Joe Clauto
Joe Clauto
Chief Operating Officer
Nearly 30 years in project and program management. Oversees multiple builds with precision, turning client visions into reality on schedule.
Bob Schreiber
Bob Schreiber
Project Manager
Decades of hands-on residential and commercial experience. Coordinates every subcontractor, permit, and homeowner communication from start to finish.
Martha Clauto
Martha Clauto
Chief Administrative Officer
30+ years of federal administrative experience. Keeps every project organised, every purchase tracked, every operation running without friction.
Teresa
Teresa
Marketing Director
Background in real estate and digital marketing. Tells the story of every Joy build — from groundbreaking to move-in day.

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FAQ

Questions we
hear most often.

How long does a custom home build take?+
Most custom home builds with Joy Construction take 10–16 months from signed contract to certificate of occupancy. We give you a realistic timeline at the start and keep you updated throughout — no surprises at the end.
Do I need to already have land?+
No. Some clients come with land already secured, others need help finding the right lot. We can assist with land sourcing in Brunswick County and across the NC coast.
What if I'm not local? Can you build my home remotely?+
Yes. A significant portion of our clients are relocating from out of state. Your dedicated project manager will keep you updated with photos, calls, and consistent communication throughout the build.
How do I know my budget won't go over?+
We provide detailed, transparent cost estimates before anything is finalised. We've been doing this for 57 years — we know what things cost. We don't low-ball to win the job and make it up later.
Are you taking new projects right now?+
We work with a select number of clients at any given time to ensure every build gets the attention it deserves. Request a consultation — we'll be straightforward about timeline and fit.
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Outdoor Living

Built for the life
outside the walls.

Pools, waterfront views, outdoor living spaces — because the home doesn't stop at the back door.

Ready to Build

Let's build something
extraordinary.

One conversation is all it takes to find out if we're the right fit. No pressure. No sales pitch.

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Family-owned since 1968  ·  12-time Diamond Award Winner  ·  Brunswick County, NC