Kent Homes
“Outstanding quality, timely construction, excellent communication before and during construction, phenomenal staff.”
Best Home Builders in Wilmington, NC
24 contractors listed · all 24 in Wilmington · 1 open 24/7 · 4 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 15, 2026
RMB Building and Design
“If you have a very discerning taste for quality and value there is no company, or individual, that I can recommend higher.”
David James & Company
“All contractors easy to work with, communicated well, worked hard and did a wonderful job!”
Mark Johnson Custom Homes
“I needed new door sweeps and some weather stripping on my doors to the outside, and they knew exactly what they needed in materials and knew how to efficiently do the job.”
Gaines & Associates Builders
“Jim is truly wonderful to work with; he's honest, provides clear communication, and always quality work.”
Lanphear Custom Home Builder Wilmington NC
“It is also rare to find in this industry carpenters and construction crews who are genuinely good people and are always willing to learn and grow which is a direct reflection of how Trevor runs his company.”
Listed for people planning a new house in and around Wilmington, NC, these 24 contractors build on land you own or on lots they control. A card reflects the way that builder describes its own work, its plans and its service area; the ratings beside it come from public reviews.
Area overview: Wilmington, NC
All 24 contractors we list here are in Wilmington itself. We have 37 contractors in Wilmington on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. 23 of the contractors on this page have a rating, from 4.2 to 5.0 across 255 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these contractors on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), quality (90%) and responsiveness (85%). 1 is open around the clock; 4 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 2 show a license on their websites and 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 18 websites of the contractors on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 1 offers emergency call-outs; 1 offers financing or payment plans; 2 give free estimates and 4 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 24 of the contractors on this page; 22 publish a contact page and 21 list a public email. We count these figures across the contractors on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the contractor before you book.
Which builders here say they are licensed?
2 of the 24 listings shown show a license on their websites. For new houses, ask separately who provides the structural warranty and get that in writing, since the company standing behind the house for a decade is not always the company that built it.
M&E Home Solutions
“They put the plans together, poured the concrete, framed it, did all the finishing work, added electrical, and more.”
Michael Christian Homes
“The quality and craftsmanship of the home is incredible and the punctuality in getting the job done was amazing.”
Hanover Lakes
“They are built with the best materials and by contractors with an eye for craftsmanship”
Tilyou Homes
“Brad and the team build a beautiful home with a personal touch, very helpful and great to work with.”
Horizon Homes
Barker and Canady Custom Homes
Murray Construction Co
J.long Custom Homes
“Absolutely amazing attention to detail, their communication was great and their finished product was exactly what we wanted.”
Thompson Design Build
“I am currently working on a project with them and the process has been smooth so far.”
Bennett Construction Group
“They have great relationships with contractors that do really good work and they know what works in this climate and what doesn't.”
True Builders LLC
“Dennis is a great advisor about surprises that should be dealt with, like old paint molding color after newly painted white ceilings make moldings look yellow.”
Stone Built Construction
“We love our home and whoever comes to see us is in awe of how well it was built and how beautiful it is.”
Parker Trace & Associates
“Most detail oriented builder in the region!”
Talbert Building
“Talbert building pays extreme attention to every detail of their projects and you will have a one of a kind home you will be proud of and never want to leave.”
Advent Building
“They adapted to the supply chain and labor issues during the pandemic and still built an amazing 5,000 sf waterfront cottage for us.”
Brandon Construction Group
“Jack has gathered an impressive team of professionals to manage and support the building process.”
Tongue & Groove Design + Build
“I have work with Mark several years now and each house he builds amazes me with the details he puts into each house.”
Schmidt Custom Builders
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