Southern Sawdust

Southern Sawdust specializes in custom deck construction and other outdoor woodwork, delivering precision craftsmanship for homeowners and professionals throughout Houston, Texas. Operating from 5415 Fair Forest Drive, Houston, TX 77088, the company focuses on a handful of projects at a time, allowing the owner‑builder to oversee every phase from concept through completion. This hands‑on approach eliminates sales teams and middlemen, ensuring that each deck, arbor, pergola, or fence receives direct attention and personalized service.

Founded by Alex Koby, who brings more than two decades of hands‑on building experience—including early work renovating his own home, collaborations with local contractors, and time in a cabinet shop—Southern Sawdust applies a meticulous eye for detail to each outdoor carpentry piece. The firm works primarily in Houston’s established neighborhoods such as West University, River Oaks, Memorial and Montrose, where clients value timeless design and reliable execution.

Materials are selected for quality, and the process begins with a thorough listening session to capture the client’s vision. From there, the team crafts the design, sources the wood