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

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Wood Trades LLC
4.8(
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"John and his crew have done several home improvement projects for us. They’re always courteous and professional and cleanup after themselves. The finished product not only meets but exceeds our expectations every time!"
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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JB Custom Homes LLC
New to Angi
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

We pride ourselves in our work ethic, experience, honesty, and trustworthiness. Customer satisfaction is our #1 priority. We stay until our work is completed and is done right. Call us for an estimate today! I look forward to earning and gaining a business relationship with you in the very near future. We can't wait to hear from you!

Response time3 days
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McKinley & Barron Contracting
5.0(
14
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

"Very professional company with experience and knowledge. Family owned business that understands the importance of customer satisfaction. Really enjoyed working with Austin Barron and his team!"
Addition and Kitchen remodel
Addition and Kitchen remodel
Addition and Kitchen remodel
Addition and Kitchen remodel
Addition and Kitchen remodel

+37

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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New England Home Renovations LLC
4.0(
311
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was one of Angie's special deals. The company did a good job, but
my complaint is that we called them countless times to schedule an
appt. and even though we were told someone would get back to us, no one ever called us back.  My husband came home one day
after months of calling and the team was there doing the job.  I
understand that these deals are popular, but it would have been nice to
at least have received a group email explaining the situation instead of
leaving us hanging not knowing if they would ever come.  Another
company we used for a special deal (gutter cleaning) sent out an email
explaining they were doing houses in groups according to location and
you should contact them if you needed to be home when they arrived.
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+37

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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The BullBag
5.0(
15
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

"It went well! I expected it to take a long time to get it picked up, but I called for the bag to be emptied on Friday and they were here Saturday! I am already filling it up again. (We have a MESS from the storm and need to finish the kitchen before this weekend's company coming in from out of town.) I have already called them to request my bag be emptied on Friday, and they have me on the schedule! I can't believe the customer service is so great! This is not a regular dumpster company. I have a dumpster delivered last summer and they gouged my driveway. What a nightmare it was to get them to pay for the driveway to be fixed. NEVER AGAIN! It's BullBag only for our future needs."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excel Construction
5.0(
4
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"A very bad prolonged wind storm did major damage to many houses in the area. Many homes had roof damage, including our two roofs. More work than there was contractors to repair them. We were not in the area at the time, nor knew any contractors in the area to repair our roofs. During major catastrophes, you have to be careful not to be con'd by unqualified con artist looking to take your money, so we chose Angie's List for a contractor. We chose Excel (Mike) to repair our roofs. He is licenses and insured and his quote was the lowest of all the quotes we received. Even though he was extremely busy with all the work that was out there, he found time on the weekend to repair our roofs. We signed a standard service contract and Mike started the job as promised. The roofs came out awesome, Mike and his crew did an awesome job !! And they did it all while trying to fix everyone else's roofs. Not knowing where to turn to during this major weather event, and being out of town, it was nice to know that you can trust Angie's List to provide qualified people. You can also trust Excel to do a great job at a great price and be confident when you give them a deposit, they can be trusted. The entire transaction was done long distance without ever meeting each other. It was mutual trust based on reviews and being qualified to be on Angie's List. Just imagine when your transaction is in person."
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+2

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North American Building Inc
4.3(
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went absolutely fantastic. From start to finish Glenn and his team were right on target. From the preliminary planning stage to the determining of materials, layout and all the small visual details you could want through the drawing up of building plans. It moved quickly and efficiently. There was  never a moment i felt left out or not in touch with what was going on. 
Once construction started it went smoothly and quickly with no bumps just as agreed to and planned. In my profession as an Attorney legal documents are key. I must say the  way the estimate and contract documents are written up is a perfect combination that covers the customer and the contractor alike and covers all the details. They are very conscientious of leaving a minimal trace that they were ever there keeping things neat on a daily basis. All workers were very courteous and respectful.
This is also not the first time I have used North American Building. They have done  many projects around our property including an extensive addition several years ago. They work hard to give you as much bang for the buck as they can and are also a world of knowledge and always come up with design ideas you didn't even think of that are within the style and purpose you are trying to achieve. They were also able to create ways of doing things that I was told by others couldn't be done.  I will continue to recommend them and use them for whatever projects that arise in the future.
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+10

Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Colonial Restorations
4.5(
28
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Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

"Barn Rescue – My barn was hit by a vehicle, which broke a large post and pushed section of siding out from under the roofline, plus major damage at ground level. Brad shored it up for the winter with an array of jacks and an enormous chain to ensure the thing wouldn’t fall down till they could return in the spring. Come spring, they fully replaced the damaged section’s support members and facade, and added bracing to the attic, rendering it stronger than before. Foundation support: The sagging beams and jerry-rigged support columns in the dirt basement of our 18th century house were inadequate. They dug and poured a dozen footings and lally columns, supporting a line of new 6x6 and 9x9 beams that provide solid support to the house above. They showed up promptly every day, worked fast, and left the site clean and finished. Both Brad and Chad have a deep knowledge about old houses and the techniques that were used, and I felt my historic register property was in good hands."
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+6

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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