Founded in 1960, The J. W. Hampton Company is a family-owned grading and excavating contractor based in Boone, North Carolina. The company was established by John W. Hampton and his son, Johnny C. Hampton, and has grown steadily over the decades to become a recognized leader in the excavation and grading industry, particularly in the challenging terrains of the Appalachian Mountains. The business was incorporated in 1985 and saw significant growth, employing 15 people by the mid-1990s. Under the leadership of Cherie M. Hampton, who joined in 1997 and became the majority owner in 2009, the company has expanded its operations and workforce to 40 skilled employees, specializing in a wide range of services.
As one of the few NCDOT-certified women-owned businesses in the region, J. W. Hampton Company emphasizes quality and safety across all projects. They offer a variety of commercial site work services, including clearing and grubbing, erosion control, grading, stormwater management, utility installation, and concrete work. Their commercial projects typically range from $500,000 to $5,000,000, showcasing their capability to handle significant undertakings. Additionally, their experience includes working on roadways and highway improvements for state and federal transportation departments.
J. W. Hampton Company takes pride in its long-standing commitment to integrity, hard work, and loyalty, which has cultivated lasting relationships with clients in Watauga, Ashe, Wilkes, Avery, and Alleghany Counties. As they continue to grow, they remain dedicated to delivering high-quality excavation solutions that meet the needs of their community.
