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 Saint Stephens, NC (2026)
113 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Saint Stephens: 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 113.
- 3
Most-reviewed: Dodson Pest Control, 432 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 113 ranked; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
113 Saint Stephens general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 9 are open 24/7, 34 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 113 rated businesses.
Top 10 general contractors in Saint Stephens at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Platinum Outdoor Services LLC | 89 | 5.0★ (39) | Conover, 7 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | JC Installation Services LLC | 85 | 5.0★ (6) | Hickory, 4 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Dodson Pest Control | 85 | 4.9★ (432) | Hickory, 3 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 4 | J&S Global Services – Restoration & Remodeling | 84 | 5.0★ (139) | Statesville, 24 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Highways & Hedges | 83 | 4.7★ (15) | Conover, 3 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Christmas Decorative | 82 | 5.0★ (13) | Lincolnton, 20 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Smart Services & Consulting LLC | 82 | 4.2★ (5) | Rolesville, 12 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Matthews Construction Co Inc | 81 | 4.5★ (11) | Conover, 5 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Owens Home Improvement | 80 | 5.0★ (6) | Conover, 10 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 10 | Mid State Contractors Inc | 80 | 4.4★ (10) | Newton, 10 mi away | — | — |
The 113 best general contractors in Saint Stephens, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Hickory, 4 mi away
85/100CR 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, 3 mi away
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 Statesville, 24 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 139 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 139 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Conover, 3 mi away
83/100CR 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 Lincolnton, 20 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #6 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 Rolesville, 12 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #7 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, 5 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #8 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 Conover, 10 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #9 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 Newton, 10 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #10 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 Lincolnton, 20 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #11 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, 3 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #12 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 Hickory, 2 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #13 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 Hickory, 5 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #14 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 Lake Norman of Catawba, 25 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2910 Lake Shore Rd S, Denver, NC 28037
Based in Albemarle, 23 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #16 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 Conover, 8 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #17 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, 3 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #18 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 Lake Norman of Catawba, 20 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7:30 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 7176 Lynbrook Creek Rd, Denver, NC 28037
Based in Hickory, 5 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #20 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 Lake Norman of Catawba, 19 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 81 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 81 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3530 Mt Pleasant Rd #101, Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
Based in Hickory, 7 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #22 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 Lake Norman of Catawba, 14 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
Based in Lincolnton, 9 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Lenoir, 21 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 72 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 72 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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 113 ranked general contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Saint Stephens
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 180 degrees construction | In Saint Stephens | |
| BDR Construction and Consulting | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Birdman's Construction & Remodeling | 3.0★ (1) | In Saint Stephens |
| Commercial Residential Contractors | In Saint Stephens | |
| D & S Construction Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| Evans Brothers Contractors Inc | 4.5★ (2) | 2 mi |
| Fox Builders, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | In Saint Stephens |
| GENERAL RENOVATIONS, LLC | In Saint Stephens | |
| Homeworx Home Improvement | 3.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| Ivado properties LLC | In Saint Stephens | |
| J. Sprinkle Construction | In Saint Stephens | |
| J&J Home Solution's | In Saint Stephens | |
| La Vista Builders | In Saint Stephens | |
| Mayberry Building Company | In Saint Stephens | |
| Milam Construction | In Saint Stephens | |
| On-grade Site work | 5.0★ (1) | In Saint Stephens |
| Phaupo | In Saint Stephens | |
| Shetler’s Excel Construction | 5.0★ (1) | In Saint Stephens |
| T&T Remodeling | In Saint Stephens | |
| York Home Improvement | In Saint Stephens |
How much do general contractors cost in Saint Stephens?
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 Saint Stephens general contractors
We scored 113 Saint Stephens 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 Saint Stephens 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 Saint Stephens: frequently asked questions
Who is the best general contractor in Saint Stephens?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked general contractor in Saint Stephens, 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 113 general contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many general contractors are there in Saint Stephens?
ContractorsRanked ranks 113 general contractors serving Saint Stephens, NC. 1 of them is based in Saint Stephens; 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 Saint Stephens are open 24/7?
9 ranked general contractors in Saint Stephens post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Platinum Outdoor Services LLC (#1), JC Installation Services LLC (#2) and J&S Global Services – Restoration & Remodeling (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which general contractors in Saint Stephens work on weekends?
34 of 113 ranked general contractors post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Platinum Outdoor Services LLC (#1), JC Installation Services LLC (#2) and Christmas Decorative (#6). 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 Saint Stephens?
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 Saint Stephens general contractors have?
The median Google rating among 113 rated general contractors in Saint Stephens 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 Saint Stephens
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 113 general contractors serving Saint Stephens.
- October 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.
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