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POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC

Upholstering

About us

Powell's Upholstery LLC is a family run business, based in Charleston SC. We cover all aspects of domestic, commercial as well as yacht upholstery. We can do it all from re-upholstery, furniture repairs, custom built furniture, replacement cushions, custom pillows, bedding, drapery as wells as anything else your imagination can dream of. We have been established for over 40 years. We offer fast, friendly and reliable services at competitive prices.

Business highlights

54 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Furniture Upholstery Furniture Sales Fabric Selection/Sales Drapery Window Treatments Custom Built Headboards Custom Built Furniture Cushions and Decorative Pillows Yacht Upholstery Industrial/Commercial Upholstery And MUCH MORE!!

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
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MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.219 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
63%
4
16%
3
0%
2
5%
1
16%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.4
value
4.4
professionalism
4.2
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.9
Showing 1-19 of 19 reviews

Aubrie W.
08/2016
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Overall the sectional was very well made and I am very confident the sectional will hold up and last me a lifetime. Plus I was assured that it also came with a lifetime warranty on the workmanship. The timeframe it took to complete the sectional was what I expected in creating a custom piece and their customer service was exceptional throughout the process. Would definitely recommend them to others and most certainly plan on using them in the very near future.
Description of Work: Powell's replicated a sectional sofa that I fell in love with in a magazine. They custom fit it to the dimensions I needed in order to use the piece in my room, gave me several different seating options (along with samples to choose from), and truly made me a one of a kind custom piece of furniture.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,975

ANNE C.
12/2015
1.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Powell's picked up the sofa the end of June. They delivered it on August 19. The slipcover had a number of fitting and stitching problems. The junior Mr. Powell agreed that there were problems and took the slipcover with him to be redone. Powell delivery representatives delivered and fitted the redone slipcover. There were even more problems with the redo. The senior Mr. Powell and his son came to my home to inspect the slipcover. They agreed that it was badly done and needed to be redone. They took the sofa and the slipcover with them. I finally got an acceptable slipcover about two weeks later. It was an awful experience. My designer made innumerable phone calls and even visited Powell's to try to rectify the situation. Office staff even blamed me for being too particular--this is while the Powell's agreed that the work was substandard. Powell's used to have a good reputation in this area. Obviously their work has gone downhill and their customer service is practically nonexistent. I did get a discount on the price--half of what my designer felt was appropriate.
Description of Work: Powell's picked up a slipcovered two-piece sectional sofa and was supposed to make a new slipcover for it.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$1,486

Response from POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC
I do apologize that it took us so long to get the slipcover corrected and back to you. I see that you posted photos of it before it was repaired and am hoping that are still satisfied with the finished product. I am also very displeased to hear that the customer service you received at our establishment was clearly below standard as this is not a normal for us. I hope that you reconsider using our services in the future and give us another chance at giving you our superior workmanship and diligent customer service because it would be our pleasure to show you what you should have experienced the first time.

Catherine B.
11/2015
4.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Recovered new cushions for 2 of my grandmother's barrel back chairs. It was a bit more expensive than I thought it should be, but they look and feel great.BTW the price did not include the fabric.The fabric was an additional price and chosen and delivered by me.They were a little longer getting the work done because of our flooding problems in Charleston.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$388

Andrew G.
07/2015
1.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Promised really covering some simple sofa cushions in two days. It took them two months.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$200

Response from POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC
I am sorry that the time frame was not achieved for the completion of your job. I am sure that it was most likely an error on our part and again do appologize for overlooking this. I do however hope that you were satisfied with the overall finished product. I really hope that you will allow us the opportunity to work with you again in the future so as we may show you how exceptional our services can normally be.

Patricia D.
06/2015
2.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: made cornice boards for two bay windows, 2 french doors and a window box cushion. The cornice boards in the bath are great, (after alot of back and forth to get the dimensions right after they were fabricated) the window cushion is fine as well as the fench doors cornice boards. They get an F for the bay window in the master bedroom as they don't fit right, I can't get the blinds to go up under the cornice boards, and it's scratching the paint off my windows. I've tired repeatedly to get them to come back out and remake them or figure out some way to adjust them to the right dimensions and all they do is schedule apts to come out and never show up or call to let me know why they didn't come out. I've called repeatedly since before easter and still have not gotten any response other than "well, the only way to get them correct is to remake them". I have not heard from them since. They don't want to spend the money on buying new fabric to repair them and pretty much told me I should just live with it. |

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
1.0

$2,200

Sharon L.
06/2015
1.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I called twice and sent an email-No response

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


Response from POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC
I am showing that I sent you a response in regards to you bringing your cushions by for us to take a look at, is it possible that it went to your spam folder? Unfortunately sometimes we do get behind on answering our emails promptly as we receive between 20-30 per day along with phone calls and walk ins that we have to address as well. In attempts to address this issue, as I know how frustrating it can be waiting for a response, I have started answering emails from home. However, again I do appologize that your experience with us was not a pleasant one and would love the opportunity to show you different.

Emily C.
06/2015
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They recovered two chairs for me. They did a great job and all the lines matched up perfect. The receptionists were very nice but a little unorganized. However, the quality of the work was amazing!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Response from POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC
We appreciate you taking your time to review your experience with us and look forward to working with you again!

Jackie S.
01/2015
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I had a large arm chair re-upholstered. The work is beautifully done. Everyone I dealt with from telephone contacts to delivery persons was very friendly. I supplied the fabric and utilized the pick-up/delivery service. I will use them again most definitely.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Response from POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC
Thank you so much for taking your time to review our company! We hope to do business again with you in the near future!

John S.
12/2014
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
They were very nice and got all three pieces done in about a month. Was very pleased with there work. Feel it was worth the price for the work done.
Description of Work: Recovered 60 year old sofa, chair, and ottoman.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100

Response from POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC
We are very happy to hear that you were satisfied with our services and really do appreciate you taking your time to write your review on our business. Look forward to working with you again!

pat H.
07/2014
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They have done everything I've ever had covered in my home and all my clients. They have even worked on pieces for the restaurants and hotels from here to Myrtle beach So I feel their work is great,moderately priced and an overall great experience. They treat everyone like family By almeans I'd use them again. |

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,578.53

Judith M.
06/2014
4.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Powell's provided an exceptional re-upholstering of our coffee table / ottoman. Details included buttons, brass tacks and leather upholstery. They fulfilled their promise to have the ottoman finished in two weeks. They were on-time, very cooperative and helpful; the estimate was provided and they kept to the estimate - no surprises. We were extremely pleased with the finished product - time, cost, and quality. We would certainly use their services again and would recommend them to anyone.
Description of Work: Reupholstered a leather coffee table / ottoman.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$350

Linda W.
06/2014
4.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: There was delay in completion of the work due to questions about placement of hooks. Communication with me on this could have been improved upon although I was not in a big hurry. Basic sewing was very simple and the original price quoted seemed high but price at completion was reduced.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

Laura T.
06/2014
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Reupholstered four chairs and one sofa. Rewrapped cushions as needed. Powells did a very professional job on our furniture. I have no complaints and I am pretty particular! They were very willing to answer any questions whenever I called and the work was completed in a timely manner. I used their pickup and delivery service as well with no problems.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2

John C.
06/2014
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: Upholstered couch and chair. | |After work was done and couch/chair was delived, we noticed a small problem with the chair. They promply came and picked the chair up, fixed it and re-delivered. Great service and workmanship!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800

LuAnn R.
04/2014
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Was informed upfront that all orders were a bit delayed due to all the bad weather - business had been closed several days and deliveries were backed up. Brought items in on Feb. 26th and finally called at the beginning of April to inquire about my order. Found out the dining room chairs were done but not the wing back chair. Picked up the dining room chairs and Powell did acknowledge that the wing back chair should not have taken so long - it was finished 4 days later. Overall good job but wish the entire order could have been completed a bit faster.
Description of Work: Recovered wing back chair and 6 dining room chairs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$850

West J.
07/2013
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Everyone at Powell's was great! I called twice to ask Amber questions and she was knowledgeable and helpful regarding what materials and options were available and appropriate. The price quoted to refill the cushions was reasonable so we decided to have them all done. Upon arriving at their shop, I asked Amber and another employee (or owner?) their opinion of the condition of our cushions. They actually said that the seat cushions were in good shape. In fact, they advised against having them refilled as they didn't consider I would see much benefit. That and quot;non-saleand quot; saved us several hundred dollars. Dollars that we were prepared to invest today. Rarely do I see businesses who value every customer to this degree. After some discussion we were convinced that the best approach would be to refill only the backs at this time and that, in fact, we could purchase the materials and do the work ourselves if we chose to. In our case, it was quite easy----just a matter of unzipping each cushion and stuffing more dacron in. We will definitely do business with them again!
Description of Work: Consultation regarding refurbishing our leather furniture. Our sofa, chair, and loveseat are about 16 yrs old and in good condition but we'd become unhappy with the "firmness" of the seat cushions as well as the backs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$94

Annette S.
03/2013
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
They are awesome. They did a beautiful job. I am totally pleased with them. I think it is important that they will work with you, you can bring your own fabric, but they do have large number of selections that you can go by and no job is too small and no job is too large. They are very friendly, informative, and knowledgeable and were anxious to work with you to make you happy.
Description of Work: I used Powell's Upholstery Service in 2006.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

truman G.
11/2012
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
great !!!
Description of Work: upholstered thra sofa and twoo chairs. attention to details and patterns were fantastic.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,900

Response from POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC
Thank you for your review and we look forward to doing business with you again. I hope that ya'll are enjoying your "new" furniture I absolutely loved it when it was done! Please do not hesitate to let us know if there is anything we can help ya'll with in the future. Thank you Amber

Annette S.
10/2011
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
THE PATTERN I CHOSE WAS A STRIPE, SO I KNEW IT WOULD BE DIFFICULT. THE CHAIR WAS COMPLETED WITHIN TWO WEEKS, IT TURNED OUT BEAUTIFUL. THE PRICE WAS VERY REASONABLE. THE STAFF COULDN'T HAVE BEEN NICER.
Description of Work: i BROUGHT AN OLD ROCKING CHAIR THAT HAS BEEN IN MY FAMILY FOR MANY YEARS TO BE UPHOLSTERED.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC
Thank you so much for the thoughtful review it is always nice to hear when we have made a customer happy.

    Contact information

    215 MAIN RD, Johns Island, SC 29455

    www.powellsupholsteryllc.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Thursday:
    8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed

    Licensing

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    Insured
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    Service Categories

    Upholstering

    FAQ

    POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC is currently rated 4.2 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    Friday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

    Saturday: Closed

    POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
    No, POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC does not offer free project estimates.
    No, POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC does not offer a senior discount.
    No, POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC does not offer emergency services.
    Yes, POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC offers warranties.
    POWELL'S UPHOLSTERY LLC offers the following services: Furniture Upholstery Furniture Sales Fabric Selection/Sales Drapery Window Treatments Custom Built Headboards Custom Built Furniture Cushions and Decorative Pillows Yacht Upholstery Industrial/Commercial Upholstery And MUCH MORE!!

    Contact information

    215 MAIN RD, Johns Island, SC 29455

    www.powellsupholsteryllc.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Thursday:
    8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed