About Founder John Batson & Ship Shape

John Batson is an expert in coastal construction with 20 years experience

Home Building, Renovations & Light Commercial

With nearly 20 years as the building inspector for the Town of Kure Beach, John’s extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements and local building codes has earned him a reputation as a trusted authority in high-wind, flood-resistant, and oceanfront construction. His unique perspective as both a builder and a former regulator makes him a highly valuable partner for clients navigating the complexities of coastal development.

John holds numerous certifications that reinforce a commitment to excellence:
  • NC Unlimited Building Contractor
  • NC Real Estate Broker
  • 100-Ton Master Captain
  • NC Building Inspector 3
  • NC Fire Inspector 2
  • NC Firefighter 2
  • NC Certified Flood Manager
  • NC Certified Zoning Official
555 Main Street, Carolina Beach, NC.
  • Home Building
  • Regulatory Requirements
  • Building Codes
  • City/Zoning Analysis

Our extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements and local building codes has earned us a reputation as a trusted authority in high-wind, flood-resistant, and oceanfront construction. Our unique perspective makes us a highly valuable partner for clients navigating the complexities of coastal development.

1111 Guadalupe Pkwy., Carolina Beach, NC.
  • Home Building
  • Regulatory Requirements
  • Building Codes
  • City/Zoning Analysis

Our extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements and local building codes has earned us a reputation as a trusted authority in high-wind, flood-resistant, and oceanfront construction. Our unique perspective makes us a highly valuable partner for clients navigating the complexities of coastal development.

66 Mission Blvd., Carolina Beach, NC.
  • Home Building
  • Regulatory Requirements
  • Building Codes
  • City/Zoning Analysis

Our extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements and local building codes has earned us a reputation as a trusted authority in high-wind, flood-resistant, and oceanfront construction. Our unique perspective makes us a highly valuable partner for clients navigating the complexities of coastal development.