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Building on Family
Written By: Deena Bouknight | Issue: July - 2022
For Appalachian Construction owner Jonathan Dodson and his family, a commitment to quality building practices and an obsessive attention to detail are clearly built into the genes. To find out for yourself, visit app-construction.com
Construction is in Jonathan Dodson’s veins. He grew up around and on building sites due to his grandfather and an uncle choosing construction as their professions. He helped and learned, and then as a young adult in 1995 established his own construction firm. In 1998, his business, Appalachian Construction, was of-ficially incorporated. The livelihood currently involves his wife, Selina, who handles contracts, accounting, marketing, and more, and his three grown sons – all of whom have and continue to be involved in Appalachian Construction to some degree. The Dodson’s sons, Zachary, Isaiah, and Grant, or two young daughters, Mari and Abbi, will one day take over and continue the business.Dodson said he has enjoyed the personal and professional rewards gleaned during his construction career. “Construction is a trade that inspires pride and craftsmanship,” he shared, adding, “We feel like we have built a good reputation.”Most of Appalachian Construction’s contracts are in the Lake Toxaway area, with second new home construction up to $3.5 million as well as significant renovation projects in the works. However, his firm has built homes in the Cashiers and Highlands areas as well. In fact, Appalachian Construction’s unique and custom residential and commercial builds, remodels, and more are showcased throughout prominentWestern North Carolina communities. “We’re hands on, custom-focused,” said Dodson. Dodson shared that the current pandemic-era climate for construction, as it is with many industries, is tricky and often difficult to navigate. “I just talked to a homeowner today,” he offered. “I asked them to please be patient. We’re adapting to orders being delayed, difficulties getting building supplies, difficulties getting certain appliances, etc. Construction costs are not as sporadic, but they are still elevated compared to a few years ago. So, I tell anyone who is wanting our services to try to have a clear plan and path and to also be flexible. Things might have to be adjusted or different materials or appliances selected, for example.” For more information, visit app-construction.com.
by Deena Bouknight
