The origin of North Carolina’s nickname – the Tar Heel State probably refers to the tar, pitch and turpentine that were exported during the Colonial period. Since then, people have continued to flock to North Carolina, which now boasts the 10th largest population in the country, at 9,565,781, according to the 2010 census.
With majestic mountains and miles of shoreline, there are many draws to t North Carolina, including Wake Forest, the Carolina Panthers, the Biltmore Estate and too many more to list.
Home builders are filling the need for quality homes, from the coast in Brunswick and New Hanover counties to the central portion of the state in Wake County to Charlotte, in Mecklenburg County and points west.
North Carolina offers low taxes and high quality of life. Its seasonal changes, coupled with a fairly mild climate, invite people to visit and settle.
Good craftsmanship and dedication are the hallmark of successful home builders because they understand the needs of homeowners. Listen to anyone who has recently built or upgraded their current home, and you will hear how important it is to have a reliable contractor. Our top builders in North Carolina have proven themselves by becoming the highest producing home builders in their respective counties.
This is our Top 10 Builder issue for 2011. Our lists are compiled from figures provided by Market Opportunity Research Enterprises (MORE); they are based on the number of deed transfers during 2010. Every effort has been made to assure the accuracy of the information.
