About

We are a family-owned business built upon hard work, integrity, honesty & loyalty.

Who We Are

Founded in 1960 by John W. Hampton and his son, Johnny C. Hampton, The J.W. Hampton Company began as a small grading and excavation business serving the communities of North Carolina’s High Country. Through a steadfast commitment to hard work, quality, and customer service, the company steadily grew throughout the region.

By the mid-1990s, J.W. Hampton Company had expanded into a respected mid-sized operation, providing grading and excavation services across Watauga, Ashe, Wilkes, Avery, and Alleghany counties. The company was incorporated in 1985, further strengthening its foundation for future growth.

In 1997, Cherie M. Hampton joined the family business and continued its tradition of excellence. After obtaining her Building Contractor and Heavy Highway Contractor licenses, she became the majority owner in 2009, leading the company into a new era of growth and opportunity.

In September 2011, J.W. Hampton Company became one of the region’s few Women Owned Businesses certified as an NCDOT bidder and subcontractor, further demonstrating its commitment to excellence and leadership within the construction industry.

Today, more than 65 years after its founding, J.W. Hampton Company remains a family owned and operated business, proudly serving Western North Carolina with expert grading, excavation, site development, and transportation infrastructure solutions. Built on a tradition of integrity, safety, and quality, we continue to help shape the communities we call home.

We emphasize SAFETY and QUALITY throughout all our projects.