R.w.s. Construction, Inc.

What R.w.s. Construction, Inc. does

RWS Construction, Inc. is a privately held, founder-owned residential and light commercial remodeling firm based in Youngsville, North Carolina, serving the Triangle area (Youngsville, Wake Forest, Franklinton, Raleigh, Louisburg, Rolesville, Creedmoor, and Cary). The company was founded in 1994 by Scott Smith, who remains the owner-operator and is personally involved in every project from start to finish; the stated headcount range is 1-10 employees. The firm is fully licensed and insured in North Carolina and positions itself as a full-service general contractor handling projects from framing through finishes.

The company's service portfolio centers on five core offerings: bathroom remodels and additions (including curbless/accessible showers, walk-in tubs, spa baths); kitchen renovations (custom cabinetry, lighting, tile work); porches and additions (screen porches, four-season porches, decks); whole-house reconstruction (structural changes, attic renovations, room additions); and aging-in-place/accessible construction (curbless showers, wheelchair ramps, grab bars, visitability design). Differentiators include owner Scott Smith's NAHB credentials: Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS), Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR), and Certified Green Professional (CGP), along with community recognition such as the Best of The Best Award from the Wilson Daily Times and the HBA Remodelers Council STAR Award.

The business model is project-based, direct-to-consumer professional services revenue. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; customers contact the firm by phone or email for estimates. The go-to-market motion relies on word-of-mouth referrals, community presentations to realtors and special interest groups, and a marketing website with a project gallery. Industry affiliations include the Raleigh-Wake Home Builders Association Remodelers Council and the North Carolina Home Builders Association.

Name

R.w.s. Construction, Inc.

Legal name

R.W.s. Construction, Inc.

Website

https://rwsconstruction.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

R.w.s. Construction, Inc. is a privately held, owner-operated residential and light commercial remodeling firm in Youngsville, North Carolina, serving Triangle-area homeowners with bathroom, kitchen, porch, whole-house, and aging-in-place accessible construction services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Remodeling Services

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential General Contracting (New Build) (IMAFAAAB)

Keywords

• Residential remodeling services
• Home renovation contractor
• Aging in place construction
• Kitchen and bath remodeling
• Commercial construction upfits

Headquarters

HQ city

Youngsville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Construction and Remodeling Services: Project-based revenue from residential and commercial remodeling, repairs, and new construction. Services include bathroom remodels, kitchen renovations, porch additions, and whole-house reconstruction.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

RWS Construction provides residential and light commercial remodeling, additions, repairs, and accessible construction services in the Triangle area of North Carolina. Core service lines include bathroom remodels, kitchen renovations, porch and addition construction, whole-house reconstruction, and aging-in-place/accessible modifications such as curbless showers and wheelchair ramps. Each project is quoted individually and managed from framing through finish by owner Scott Smith.

Product overview

RWS Construction is a residential and commercial remodeling company offering a portfolio of construction and renovation services centered around five core offerings: Bathroom Remodels and Additions (featuring spa baths, curbless showers, and accessible design), Kitchen Renovations (including custom cabinetry and luxury kitchen builds), Porches and Additions (screen porches, four-season porches, deck construction), Whole House Reconstruction, and Aging-in-Place and Accessible Construction (wheelchair ramps, curbless showers, grab bar installations). The company positions itself as a full-service general contractor handling projects from framing through finish work, with a specialization in accessible design and aging-in-place modifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bathroom Remodels and Additions Comprehensive bathroom renovation services including spa bathtubs, custom tile showers, steam showers, curbless/accessible showers, walk-in tubs, vanity updates, and accessible design features for homeowners seeking aging-in-place modifications.
• Kitchen Renovations Full kitchen remodeling services including luxury kitchen designs, custom cabinetry, kitchen islands, lighting upgrades, tile work, and commercial-grade installations for homeowners and small commercial clients.
• Porches and Additions Outdoor living space construction including screen porches, four-season porches, porch expansions, deck construction and repairs, room additions, and porch fireplace installations for residential customers.
• Whole House Reconstruction Complete home reconstruction and remodeling services including structural changes, room additions, attic renovations, and whole-house upgrades for residential customers.
• Aging-in-Place and Accessible Construction Specialized accessible home modifications including curbless showers, wheelchair ramps, grab bars, and visitability design features intended to support long-term living and aging-in-place for homeowners and their families.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Raleigh-Wake Home Builders AssociationcoreOthersActive member of the Raleigh-Wake Home Builders Association and Remodelers Council. Company participates in HBA events and adheres to association standards.
• North Carolina Home Builders Association (NCHBA)coreOthersActive member of NCHBA, which reflects commitment to quality, safety, and ongoing education in the remodeling industry.
• WPTF RadiominorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured on WPTF radio discussing Ageless Homes and aging-in-place design topics.
• North Carolina HomesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInterviewed for article 'Designing Homes for Aging in Place' featured on North Carolina Homes website.
• Neuset TileminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCollaborates with Raleigh Tile Installer for tile installation expertise on remodeling projects.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Castle Windows: Regional residential exterior remodeling company (windows, roofing, siding, doors) serving the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast U.S. Highly comparable as a residential home-improvement contractor competing for similar Triangle-area homeowner projects.
• Bath Fitter: Direct-to-consumer bath renovation brand specializing in acrylic tub and shower conversions. Comparable to RWS's bathroom remodel offering with a similarly project-based residential revenue model, though operating at significantly larger national scale.
• Lifeway Mobility: National provider of accessibility and aging-in-place solutions (stair lifts, ramps, bathroom safety, wheelchair lifts). Directly comparable to RWS's CAPS-credentialed aging-in-place service line, though Lifeway specializes in mobility equipment rather than broader remodeling.
• Re-Bath: National bathroom remodeling franchise offering full bath renovations directly to homeowners. Highly comparable to RWS's bathroom remodels core service, with a similar project-based, residential customer model but at much greater scale and geographic reach.

Emerging players

• Renuity: Multi-market residential renovation brand focused on baths, windows, and doors for homeowners. Comparable to RWS in customer segment and project-based residential model, with a more scalable franchise-driven footprint.
• 101 Mobility: Franchise network providing accessibility solutions (ramps, stair lifts, vehicle lifts, bathroom safety). Overlaps with RWS's aging-in-place offering, particularly the curbless showers and grab-bar installation scope, though 101 Mobility focuses on equipment rather than construction.

Others

• Modernize: Home-improvement lead-generation platform connecting homeowners with local contractors across remodeling categories. Comparable to RWS as an indirect competitor for the same customer demand, while functioning as a marketing channel rather than a contractor.

Broad incumbents

• Power Home Remodeling: Large multi-product residential remodeler (windows, roofing, siding, bathrooms, kitchens) operating across many U.S. markets. Comparable to RWS in service mix and customer base, but vastly larger, with sophisticated digital marketing and lead-gen capabilities RWS lacks.

Regional players

• LeafGuard: National seamless gutter brand serving homeowners across the U.S. via regional operating branches. Comparable to RWS as a residential home-improvement contractor competing for the same Triangle homeowner project budget, though focused on a single exterior product.
• Window World: Largest U.S. replacement window franchise with locations across the country including the Carolinas. Comparable as a residential exterior/home-improvement contractor serving the same Triangle-area homeowner demographic for renovation work.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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