25 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
Best overall in Cullowhee: All American Builders Co, CR Score 85/100; 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews; open 24/7.
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Sorrells Brothers LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 25.
Most-reviewed: Shane Willis Construction, 15 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 25 ranked after All American Builders Co; ranked #8.
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25 Cullowhee general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 10 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 25 rated businesses.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | All American Builders Co | 85 | 5.0★ (20) | Asheville, 18 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Scape Outdoor Design | 82 | 4.6★ (12) | Canyon Lake, 21 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Sorrells Brothers LLC | 81 | 5.0★ (6) | Waynesville, 23 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | Shick Construction | 81 | 4.7★ (12) | Waynesville, 15 mi away | Sat | — |
| 5 | Duke Building and Excavating | 80 | 4.2★ (5) | Waynesville, 4 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 6 | D&M Remodeling | 80 | 5.0★ (7) | Deer Park, 20 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Thunder Contracting, Inc. | 78 | 3.7★ (13) | Waynesville, 13 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Shane Willis Construction | 78 | 4.1★ (15) | Waynesville, 25 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 9 | KC Construction Company | 77 | 4.8★ (9) | Waynesville, 23 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 10 | S & J Custom Homes LLC | 76 | 5.0★ (8) | Brevard, 21 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (20).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Canyon Lake, 21 mi away
Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 23 mi away
Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 15 mi away
Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 4 mi away
Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Deer Park, 20 mi away
Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 13 mi away
Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.7★ from 13 Google reviews, 13 Google reviews.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 25 mi away
Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 23 mi away
Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brevard, 21 mi away
Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 21 mi away
Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 17 mi away
Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 24 mi away
Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 22 mi away
Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cullowhee
Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 11 mi away
Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 19 mi away
Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lockhart, 23 mi away
Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 18 mi away
Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Grandville, 19 mi away
Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brevard, 21 mi away
Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cullowhee
Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Well drilling contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 18 mi away
Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Waynesville, 15 mi away
Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaping supply store”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brevard, 23 mi away
Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
20 more general contractors within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 828 Dirt Works, LLC | In Cullowhee | |
| A Cat In The Attic Services | 3.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| A1 Home Improvements LLC | 4.7★ (13) | In Cullowhee |
| Alder Construction and Landscaping | In Cullowhee | |
| Allen Mitchell Construction, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| Appialachian Log & Timber | In Cullowhee | |
| B.E.A.R.S. - USA LLC | 2.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| Barker Construction | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| C and C Building Contractors, LLC. | In Cullowhee | |
| Fabian Construction & Home Services | 5.0★ (1) | In Cullowhee |
| Frojas solutions and services llc | In Cullowhee | |
| Hickory Construction Co | In Cullowhee | |
| Jason Beasley Builders, Inc. | 4.3★ (15) | In Cullowhee |
| McNeelys Construction LLC | In Cullowhee | |
| Morales construction and painting LLC | 5.0★ (1) | In Cullowhee |
| NC Top Landscaping and Construction LLC | In Cullowhee | |
| ODR Construction NC LLC | In Cullowhee | |
| Riverstone Custom Builders | In Cullowhee | |
| Smokey mountain home improvements unlimited | 5.0★ (1) | In Cullowhee |
| WNC Renovations | 5.0★ (1) | In Cullowhee |
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for North Carolina with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $14,650 | $27,090 | $41,780 | Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 1.00 South Atlantic factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
| Bathroom remodel | $6,520 | $11,910 | $17,300 | Per bathroom: typical range of customer-reported remodels. US national range × 0.98 South Atlantic factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
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Guide checked October 2026. How we verify licenses
We scored 25 Cullowhee general contractors on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Cullowhee data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |