89/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 39 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 39 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best General Contractors in Hickory, NC (2026)
110 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Hickory: Platinum Outdoor Services LLC, CR Score 89/100; 5.0★ from 39 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): JC Installation Services LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 110.
- 3
Most-reviewed: Dodson Pest Control, 432 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 110 ranked; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
110 Hickory general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 7 are open 24/7, 29 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 110 rated businesses.
Top 10 general contractors in Hickory at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Platinum Outdoor Services LLC | 89 | 5.0★ (39) | Conover, 8 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | JC Installation Services LLC | 86 | 5.0★ (6) | Hickory | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Dodson Pest Control | 85 | 4.9★ (432) | Hickory | — | Most reviews |
| 4 | Christmas Decorative | 83 | 5.0★ (13) | Lincolnton, 19 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Highways & Hedges | 82 | 4.7★ (15) | Conover, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Smart Services & Consulting LLC | 82 | 4.2★ (5) | Rolesville, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Matthews Construction Co Inc | 81 | 4.5★ (11) | Conover, 7 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | David E Looper & Co | 81 | 3.9★ (14) | Hickory | — | — |
| 9 | Above & Beyond Home Creation | 80 | 5.0★ (6) | Lincolnton, 18 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Marine Construction LLC | 80 | 4.8★ (51) | Hickory | — | — |
The 110 best general contractors in Hickory, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Hickory
86/100CR ScoreRanked #2 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.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 375 Main Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
Based in Hickory
85/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 432 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (432).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 432 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 107 31st St Pl SE, Hickory, NC 28602
Based in Lincolnton, 19 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2038 Dale Ave #28092-4207, Lincolnton, NC 28092
Based in Conover, 6 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews
- Address
- 3675 Herman Sipe Rd, Conover, NC 28613
Based in Rolesville, 14 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Conover, 7 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews
- Address
- 210 1st Ave S C, Conover, NC 28613
Based in Hickory
81/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.9★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 3.9★ from 14 Google reviews
- Address
- 320 15th St SE, Hickory, NC 28602
Based in Lincolnton, 18 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #9 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.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 826 Alexander St, Lincolnton, NC 28092
Based in Hickory
80/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 51 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1706 11th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
Based in Newton, 10 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.4★ from 10 Google reviews
- Address
- 2260 Wagon Rd, Newton, NC 28658
Based in Hickory
80/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 3.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 822 2nd Ave SW, Hickory, NC 28602
Based in Conover, 14 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 4830 Cliffside St, Catawba, NC 28609
Based in Hickory
79/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 29 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3039 U.S. Hwy 70 SW, Hickory, NC 28602
Based in Hickory
79/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 3.8★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 2425 N Center St, Hickory, NC 28601
Based in Hickory
78/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 717 3rd Ave NW, Hickory, NC 28601
Based in Albemarle, 22 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 39 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
Based in Hickory
78/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Hickory
78/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Hickory
77/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Paving contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1886 Weston Dr, Vale, NC 28168
Based in Hickory
77/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Dock builder”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
Based in Hickory
77/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.5★ from 25 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3050 1st Ave Ct SE, Hickory, NC 28602
Based in Conover, 10 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 2137 Clareview Dr, Conover, NC 28613
Based in Hickory
77/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1028 6th Ave Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601
Based in Lincolnton, 14 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
- Address
- 2361 Ben Yount Ln, Vale, NC 28168
General contractors ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 110 ranked general contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Hickory
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 |
|---|---|---|
| ABH Construction | 4.8★ (26) | In Hickory |
| Atlas Construction & Roofing | 4.5★ (19) | In Hickory |
| Carolina Construction & Docks LLC | 4.9★ (23) | In Hickory |
| Classic Home Renovations | 4.2★ (19) | In Hickory |
| Elite Roof and Solar - Hickory | 4.8★ (136) | In Hickory |
| Emergency Restoration Xperts (ERX) | 4.6★ (95) | In Hickory |
| Glenn Wilson Construction | 4.9★ (30) | In Hickory |
| Grace Chapel Mulch, Stone and landscaping LLC | 4.8★ (28) | In Hickory |
| Grogan Construction | 4.5★ (24) | In Hickory |
| Hudson Plumbing & Electric | 4.1★ (18) | In Hickory |
| JaeCee's Construction, LLC | 5.0★ (15) | In Hickory |
| Level 5 Drywall LLC | 5.0★ (12) | In Hickory |
| Northwest Drywall Company | 4.6★ (24) | In Hickory |
| Phaupo LLC | 5.0★ (129) | In Hickory |
| Powerhouse Construction | 5.0★ (38) | In Hickory |
| Premiere Roofing & Gutters | 4.9★ (237) | In Hickory |
| S&S Roofing | 5.0★ (16) | In Hickory |
| Siemer Grading LLC | 5.0★ (21) | In Hickory |
| Wize Home Services | 4.7★ (194) | In Hickory |
| Wright Standard Construction | 4.8★ (23) | In Hickory |
How much do general contractors cost in Hickory?
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 |
How to check a general contractor's license in North Carolina
In North Carolina, North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors licenses General contractor licenses (building, residential and specialty classifications).
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
- Ask for proof of insurance before work starts.
No chip usually means we have not matched a state record yet. Check the lookup yourself before you hire.
Guide checked October 2026. How we verify licenses
How we ranked Hickory general contractors
We scored 110 Hickory 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 Hickory 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 |
General contractors in Hickory: frequently asked questions
Who is the best general contractor in Hickory?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked general contractor in Hickory, NC is Platinum Outdoor Services LLC with a CR Score of 89/100. It has 5.0★ from 39 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. JC Installation Services LLC (#2) and Dodson Pest Control (#3) follow. We ranked 110 general contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many general contractors are there in Hickory?
ContractorsRanked ranks 110 general contractors serving Hickory, NC. 26 of them are based in Hickory; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which general contractors in Hickory are open 24/7?
7 ranked general contractors in Hickory post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Platinum Outdoor Services LLC (#1), JC Installation Services LLC (#2) and Christmas Decorative (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which general contractors in Hickory work on weekends?
29 of 110 ranked general contractors post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Platinum Outdoor Services LLC (#1), JC Installation Services LLC (#2) and Christmas Decorative (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check a general contractor's license in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors handles licensing and covers General contractor licenses (building, residential and specialty classifications).
How much does kitchen remodel cost in Hickory?
Kitchen remodel typically costs $14,650 to $41,780, with $27,090 typical (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)). The range is adjusted for North Carolina. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Hickory general contractors have?
The median Google rating among 110 rated general contractors in Hickory is 4.9★, with a median of 8 reviews. Dodson Pest Control has the most, 432 reviews, and ranks #3. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank general contractors?
Each general contractor gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Update log for Hickory
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 110 general contractors serving Hickory.
- October 2026: 4 duplicate listings merged.
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