Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Custom Home Builder in Hilton Head Island Since 1952
Since 1952, Highsmith Construction has stood as a trusted family-owned business dedicated to transforming client visions into exceptional realities across Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry of South Carolina. Our two-generation legacy combines deep local expertise with a collaborative approach, working hand-in-hand with clients and their teams from project inception to completion. With specialized knowledge in residential, commercial, and renovation projects, we prioritize exceeding expectations through meticulous craftsmanship and transparent communication. Our seasoned professionals bring decades of collective experience, ensuring every project reflects both the client's vision and our commitment to quality.Client testimonials consistently highlight our reliability, integrity, and ability to deliver results that surpass industry standards while fostering lasting relationships. As a locally rooted company, we understand the unique architectural and community needs of the Lowcountry region. Our process emphasizes value creation at every stage, from concept development to final execution, ensuring optimal use of resources and client investment. This philosophy has earned us enduring trust and repeat partnerships with homeowners and businesses throughout the area.
Services
Residential Construction
Commercial Construction
Remodels
New Construction
Custom Homes
Project Management
Client Collaboration
Quality Assurance
Design Implementation
Client Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1952
Highlights and features
- We are a family-owned business with over 70 years of local construction experience
- Our team works hand-in-glove with clients throughout every project phase
- Seasoned professionals bring specialized expertise to each construction project
- Proven track record of exceeding client expectations since 1952
- Deep understanding of Lowcountry architectural and community requirements
What people say
Quality of work
Personal involvement apparent
Thrilled with it
Executed it handsomely
Professionalism and integrity
Services
Residential Construction
Specializing in custom home construction across Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry. Our team transforms client visions into personalized living spaces through collaborative design and expert execution. With decades of local experience, we ensure every project meets exacting standards while reflecting homeowners' unique needs and preferences.
Commercial Construction
Delivering tailored commercial construction solutions for businesses in the Lowcountry region. We partner with clients to create functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that support business objectives. Our process combines technical expertise with practical insights to ensure projects meet both operational requirements and budgetary constraints.
Remodels
Enhancing existing properties through comprehensive remodeling services that improve functionality and value. Our approach preserves structural integrity while modernizing spaces to meet contemporary needs. From kitchen upgrades to complete home transformations, we maintain meticulous attention to detail throughout the renovation process.
Custom Homes
Creating one-of-a-kind custom homes that reflect homeowners' distinct lifestyles and preferences. We guide clients through every decision, from architectural design to finish selections, ensuring seamless realization of their vision. Our local expertise ensures homes harmonize with the Lowcountry's unique environment.
Project Management
Providing comprehensive project management services that coordinate all aspects of construction. We maintain strict quality control while managing timelines and budgets effectively. Our hands-on approach ensures smooth execution from initial concept through final completion, minimizing client stress throughout the building process.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Hilton Head Island and the surrounding Lowcountry region of South Carolina.
How long have you been in business?
Highsmith Construction has been serving the community since 1952 as a family-owned business.
What types of projects do you handle?
We specialize in residential and commercial construction, including custom homes, renovations, and new building projects.
How do you ensure quality work?
Our seasoned team maintains rigorous quality standards through hands-on oversight and decades of accumulated construction expertise.
Can you work with my design team?
Yes, we collaborate closely with clients' architects and designers to bring their vision to life effectively.
What makes you different from other builders?
Our family-owned approach combines generational experience with personalized service and deep local knowledge of Lowcountry construction needs.
Reviews (2)
Cody Yeager
Nov 02, 2020
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This company performed the renovation at SummerHouse on HHI. They were constantly leaving trash behind and the end of their work day, frequently leaving loose nails in the stairwells leading to my apartment, my girlfriend's car was backed into by a forklift and the workers were constantly screaming and singing and shouting by our apartment at all hours of the morning amd afternoon. I also reached out multiple times about workers playing music. Especially early in the morning, right by my bedroom. I was told it was their policy to not allow radios or music to be played. And yet I have had to follow
Jennah Wells Rains
Dec 23, 2016
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October 21 is when construction started on my condo. Today is December 16 and they are still working. During this time we've had to deal with strangers entering and leaving our condo several times a week, 7:30 AM construction noise (which is just plain rude), waking up 30 minutes early every morning to cover all my furniture and lay towels on the floor so that my things aren't destroyed by sheet rock dust, coming home to a new mess each day and spending at least and hour placing my furniture back where it belongs and cleaning the house before going to bed and doing it all again the next day. One
