Mike Smith is a 25 year construction veteran who has lived in the High Country of Western North Carolina his entire life.  He started his own company, Mike Smith Builders, LLC, in 2001.

His vast amount of experience working in what can be a very difficult building environment (the Blue Ridge Mountains) is important for anyone considering building a custom home in the area.

Why?  Because building a home here can be much more difficult and expensive than building it "off the mountain." A good knowledge of the climate, material costs, and region-specific rules and regulations is crucial.

For that reason, Mike is proud of his reputation of being a "builder's builder".  Over the years he has demonstrated over and again his ability to build efficiently and within budget.

He especially enjoys building houses for contractors from other parts of the country who have decided to build a vacation home here in the Blue Ridge Mountains. 

Contractors who realize that they don't have the specific knowledge and subcontractor base to efficiently and affordably build their own house
(please see our Video Testimonials).

Mike has been recognized for this track record of success by recently being nominated by Carolina Caterpillar as Equipment World's Contractor of the Year.

So whether you are a contractor--or someone interested in building their very first custom home--you can rest assured that if you choose Mike Smith Builders, LLC., you are choosing a man and a company that has a proven track record of honesty and integrity.

Indeed, Mike Smith has built some of the nicest homes for the most discriminating clients.  Homes that proudly stand the test of time in exclusive developments such as Elk River, Linville Ridge, Grandfather Country Club, and elsewhere in the High Country (Please view our Photo Portfolio).

It is also important to know that Mike Smith Builders, LLC does not build more than 2-3 houses per year.  This is by design.  The type of homes that we build are often large and complicated and not something that you can "rush."

We emphasize quality over quantity.  This is even true for the subcontractors that we choose.  We are proud to say that we still employ the same highly talented group of subcontractors that we have been using since 2001.

So if you are thinking of building a custom home in the Watauga-Avery County area, please give us a call.  If you choose Mike Smith Builders, LLC., you will find that we are professional and easy to communicate with.  Whether it is helping you choose an appropriate lot or helping with final landscaping, we are ready and willing to help make your dream home a reality.  That is our promise.