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Top-Rated Custom home builders in Stem - Updated Nov 2026

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Rodas Construction, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was hard to find a contractor to install wood flooring without the customer purchasing through them. I sourced my own hickory hard wood. Rodas Construction gave a competitive quote to remove existing engineered wood, install new hard wood, and to move furniture and appliances. Other contractors wanted me to find my trades to store furniture and remove appliances. The end result is beautiful. I called the back to restrain my stairs and bannister as well as replace poorly installed transitions done by a recent wood installation on my 2nd floor by another company. We will be having additional renovations done and will call Rodas Construction. The staff are kind and respectful. They completed my job timely and kept a tidy workspace and cleaned when the work was completed."
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Response time8 hrs
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Southernwoods Woodworking
4.4(
7
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did exactly what I wanted in both aspects: the bathroom and the kitchen. I told them the kind of cabinets and the configuration and that’s why they built exactly what I wanted."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Good Homes
4.8(
5
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Good Homes Construction is a Veteran-Owned, quality construction company providing excellent services in residential home remodeling. Particular emphasis is placed on design build project delivery and long term relationships with our employees, clients, and vendors. We look forward to serving you.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J. K. Hicks Building Co.
5.0(
10
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had a great experience with J.K. Hicks Building Co. on our new construction project. Jared was fantastic to work with—always responsive, helpful, and attentive throughout the process. The quality of the work exceeded our expectations, and the finished home is beautiful. We highly recommend J.K. Hicks Building Co. to anyone looking for a builder who delivers excellent craftsmanship and outstanding service."
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Hargrove's Home Improvement
4.4(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Hargrove was the first to respond.  He has made two trips to the property, provided very professional feedback, followed up in an extremely timely manner, and provided a well documented and affordable bid to complete the necessary repairs.  We look forward to the work being started within the next couple of weeks.  I am very grateful to Mr. Hargrove and his associates for what has been thus far their professional service which has exceeded our expectations.
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Well Done Construction & Remodeling LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The before and after of my bathroom is night and day. Almost nearly complete but already a huge difference in home quility and comfort. Was priced in a range I could afford and even fixed other problems that weren't seen prior without bleeding my wallet, so I'm pretty happy."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Loay Jabbar provided the information I needed quickly and clearly. I immediately signed up for full coverages for our two homes because of the discounts offered and because of the quality of service that Loay is saying and promising Choice Home Warranty provides to its customers. I have bad experiences with other home warranty companies so I am hoping I found the best company that would deliver the best service."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Wesbo, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

"The experience was amazing from start to finish. The company was incredible to work with. Outstanding workmanship and finishing touches above and beyond our expectations. Our home was completed on time according to the schedule provided, and within the budget we discussed. We love our home and highly recommend Wesbo, LLC"
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+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Coronado brothers
4.6(
11
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have over 25 years of experience. Our crew is very professional. We have all been in the remodeling business for minimum of 10 years each. We pride ourselves in offering very high quality work. We will not leave your project without your satisfaction. Our projects include Bathtub Refinishing & Liners, Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds, Builders - Homes, Closets, Countertops, Marble & Granite, Remodeling - Basements, Remodeling - General, Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom, Remodeling - Sunrooms & Patio Enclosures Decks and patios. We also do all types of siding, gutters and fascias. Please call us today for your free estimate. We would love an opportunity to show you our high quality work.

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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

The term “cottage” is subjective, so there’s no rigid definition, but it generally refers to a small home with simple and purposeful architecture that embraces nature and focuses on charm over everything else. Cottages are typically 1 or 1 1/2-stories tall, usually with gabled roofs, and are built out of natural materials that help make the structure a part of the surrounding nature rather than something that stands out from it. A big part of what makes a cottage a cottage is the decor, which includes natural materials from the nearby area.

Construction typically takes 3-6 months, including site preparation and assembly.

Framing is often the most expensive phase of building a house because it’s time-consuming and requires a lot of materials. It costs between $20,000 and $50,000 on average, depending on materials and labor costs. Before construction begins, it’s possible that purchasing land is the priciest step in the process. Some plots of land sell for $3,000, while others cost upwards of $150,000.

Yes, you can finance cottage construction through several options. Construction loans provide funds in stages as work progresses, while home equity loans or lines of credit are available if you have existing property. Some lenders offer a combined construction and permanent mortgage. Always review loan terms and payment milestones before committing.

The average build timeline for a home is between six and 12 months, with timelines pushing toward the upper end of that range if you’re creating a custom design or need a lot of land preparation before getting started. Hiring a general contractor or a custom homebuilder will help speed up the process, as you’ll see fewer delays between different parts of the build process getting done.

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