40 kitchen remodelers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
Best overall in Sawmills: Countertop Kings, CR Score 83/100; 4.9★ from 225 Google reviews.
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Do it right home services, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 40.
Most-reviewed: Phaupo LLC, 129 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 40 ranked after Countertop Kings; ranked #11.
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40 Sawmills kitchen remodelers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 15 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 40 rated businesses.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Countertop Kings | 83 | 4.9★ (225) | Lenoir, 5 mi away | — | Overall |
| 2 | JaeCee's Construction, LLC | 82 | 5.0★ (15) | Hickory, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | MC Granite Countertops Hickory | 82 | 4.9★ (47) | Hickory, 10 mi away | Sat | — |
| 4 | Do it right home services | 81 | 4.8★ (4) | Lenoir, 4 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 5 | True Cabinet | 80 | 4.9★ (65) | Hickory, 9 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Master Clean Services | 78 | 4.8★ (20) | Newton, 18 mi away | Sat | — |
| 7 | Cabinet Source | 77 | 5.0★ (27) | Hickory, 9 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Granite Counter Connection | 76 | 4.6★ (64) | Hickory, 4 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | June Belle Homes, LLC | 76 | 4.8★ (18) | Hickory, 10 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | KC’s trade services | 75 | 5.0★ (5) | Hickory, 16 mi away | 24/7 | — |
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: 4.9★ from 225 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (225).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 6 mi away
Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Kitchen remodeler”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 10 mi away
Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Kitchen remodeler”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lenoir, 4 mi away
Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Kitchen remodeler”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 9 mi away
Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Kitchen remodeler”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Newton, 18 mi away
Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Kitchen remodeler”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 9 mi away
Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Kitchen remodeler”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 4 mi away
Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 64 Google reviews, 64 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 10 mi away
Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Kitchen remodeler”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 16 mi away
Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 12 mi away
Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 129 Google reviews, 129 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 9 mi away
Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Kitchen remodeler”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 11 mi away
Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Kitchen remodeler”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Conover, 15 mi away
Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, open 7 days a week.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 9 mi away
Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 9 mi away
Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews, 26 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 11 mi away
Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 55 Google reviews, 55 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rolesville, 23 mi away
Ranked #18 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.
Based in Hickory, 17 mi away
Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Kitchen remodeler”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Conover, 10 mi away
Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.2★ from 37 Google reviews, 37 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lincolnton, 25 mi away
Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.9★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Kitchen remodeler”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Morganton, 12 mi away
Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hickory, 17 mi away
Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, open 7 days a week.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Morganton, 16 mi away
Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Kitchen remodeler”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lenoir, 7 mi away
Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #40, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Glenn Wilson Construction | 70 | 4.9★ (30) | 11 mi |
| 27 | This Time Around, Custom Builder | 68 | 4.8★ (26) | 17 mi |
| 28 | That 1 Painter North Charlotte - Hickory | 68 | 4.9★ (29) | 20 mi |
| 29 | SW Associates, Inc. | 67 | 5.0★ (9) | 11 mi |
| 30 | Vision Design Build Remodel | 67 | 4.4★ (8) | 7 mi |
| 31 | TCB Construction | 67 | 4.0★ (22) | 13 mi |
| 32 | Flooring Designs Center | 66 | 4.3★ (12) | 11 mi |
| 33 | Race City Renovations | 66 | 4.6★ (11) | 18 mi |
| 34 | Dylan's Custom Carpentry LLC | 66 | 5.0★ (3) | 4 mi |
| 35 | Ben Franklin Services Inc. | 65 | 5.0★ (11) | 23 mi |
| 36 | Patriot Construction and Remodeling LLC | 63 | 5.0★ (5) | 18 mi |
| 37 | TaylorMade Remodeling LLC | 62 | 5.0★ (3) | 21 mi |
| 38 | Creekside Construction & Repairs LLC | 62 | 5.0★ (3) | 20 mi |
| 39 | Joseph's Home Improvement - Home Improvement & Remodeling Local Professional Contractor | 60 | 1.5★ (6) | 15 mi |
| 40 | General Remodeling & Construction Co | 60 | 4.0★ (5) | 24 mi |
15 more kitchen remodelers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 865Reno | 22 mi | |
| Artistic drywall and painting | 16 mi | |
| ClearVision Dream Homes | 5.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| Dixon Construction Inc | 1.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| Drexel Kitchen and Bath | 9 mi | |
| Five Star Building and Remodeling | 5.0★ (1) | 12 mi |
| Houston Roofing Construction Remodeling | 1.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| KCN Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling | 5.0★ (1) | 25 mi |
| M K Builder Remodeler | 20 mi | |
| Maynard Home | 12 mi | |
| Metro Remodeling and Maint | 5.0★ (1) | 9 mi |
| Mr. Bob's Handyman Service | 5.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| NBR Handyman & More | 21 mi | |
| Roy R Hamby Construction Company Inc | 5.0★ (1) | In Sawmills |
| Spec Ops Construction and Remodeling | 20 mi |
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 |
We scored 40 Sawmills kitchen remodelers 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 Sawmills 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 |