Local Businesses We Recommend
Boone and the High Country are full of thoughtful people doing excellent work. From home services and local hospitality to fitness, creative work, and event support, these are businesses we feel good about recommending. Each one brings care, skill, and a strong connection to the community they serve.
Men Moving Mountains
Men Moving Mountains is a full-service moving company based in Boone, NC. Their friendly team handles local and long-distance moves, packing, furniture delivery, and labor-only loading or unloading. Known for careful handling and dependable service, they help homeowners and businesses move with less stress throughout Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, and beyond.
Graystone Lodge
Graystone Lodge is a cozy boutique hotel in Boone with 101 thoughtfully designed rooms and suites. Guests can enjoy an indoor heated pool, fitness center, hot breakfast, EV charging, an outdoor fire pit, and pet-friendly accommodations. Its convenient location makes it a comfortable home base for exploring Appalachian State, nearby ski resorts, and the Blue Ridge Parkway.
828 Real Estate
828 Real Estate is a boutique real estate firm helping clients buy and sell homes, land, luxury estates, and investment properties throughout Boone and the NC High Country. Owner Sarah Long and her team pair personal service with strong local knowledge, helping each client make confident decisions while navigating the mountain real estate market.
Mountaineer Heating & Cooling
Mountaineer Heating & Cooling has helped keep Boone homes and businesses comfortable since the early 1980s. Their team provides heating, air conditioning, ductless systems, maintenance, repairs, and indoor air quality services. With clear pricing and reliable workmanship, they offer practical comfort solutions for every season in the High Country.
Blue Ridge Roofing
Blue Ridge Roofing provides residential and commercial roofing services throughout Boone and the High Country. Owner Ken Bowman and his team handle inspections, repairs, replacements, and new roof installations with clear communication and quality materials. They are also a helpful choice for second-homeowners who need a dependable local team overseeing their property.
Deer Valley Athletic Club
Deer Valley Athletic Club is a family-friendly fitness and wellness center with something for nearly every age and activity level. Members have access to a full gym, exercise classes, tennis, pickleball, indoor and outdoor pools, childcare, saunas, and steam rooms. Owner Halle Pilkington has created a welcoming place for movement, play, and community.
Real Boone Studios
Real Boone Studios is a photography and videography company helping businesses, events, and individuals share their stories through strong visual content. Founded by Paul Sherar, the studio combines creative direction with a genuine understanding of the Boone community. Their work includes professional photography, branding imagery, event coverage, and engaging video for online and print use.
River Birch Sauna
River Birch Sauna offers a wood-fired Nordic sauna and outdoor cold plunge near Boone. Founded by John Mitchell, it is a peaceful place to slow down, recharge, and spend meaningful time with friends or family. Individual and group sessions pair traditional sauna heat with refreshing cold water in a beautiful mountain setting.
Pivot Construction
Pivot Construction provides residential and commercial building, remodeling, additions, and upfit services across Boone and the High Country. Led by Mark Anderson, the company values honest communication, careful scheduling, transparent budgets, and quality craftsmanship. Their work includes new construction, kitchen and bathroom renovations, outdoor living spaces, additions, and commercial improvements.
Cabinet Revolution
Cabinet Revolution helps homeowners create practical, beautiful spaces without the long waits or high prices often associated with custom cabinetry. Abby Anderson sources stylish cabinets for kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, garages, and outdoor spaces. Clients receive personalized design guidance, smart storage options, quality materials, and quick lead times throughout Boone and the High Country.
Boone Junk Removal
Boone Junk Removal provides residential and small commercial hauling throughout Boone and the surrounding counties. Their local team handles furniture, appliances, debris, rental turnovers, move-outs, storm cleanup, hot tubs, and bulky items. Straightforward quotes, dependable scheduling, heavy lifting, hauling, and responsible disposal are all included in one simple service.
Blue Ridge Waterworks
Blue Ridge Waterworks provides well drilling, pump installation, pump repair, water testing, filtration, and 24/7 no-water emergency service. Based in Boone, their licensed team serves western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee. They support homes, farms, businesses, and new construction with dependable water systems and knowledgeable service from the well to the tap.
Tanner Hide Leatherworks
Tanner Hide Leatherworks creates handmade, full-grain leather goods in Boone, NC. Founded by Jordan Tripplett, the shop makes belts, wallets, knife sheaths, multitool sheaths, and everyday-carry accessories for tradespeople and outdoor users. Each made-to-order piece is built for comfort, secure storage, quick access, and dependable use through years of hard work.
Kingdon Marketing
Kingdon Marketing helps local businesses build a stronger online presence through web design, SEO, social media, paid advertising, and content strategy. Their team creates focused plans around each company’s goals rather than relying on one-size-fits-all packages. The result is clearer branding, stronger visibility, better leads, and marketing that supports steady, measurable growth.
Know a Local Business We Should Meet?
We are always grateful to connect with kind, hardworking businesses in Boone and the High Country. Have a recommendation, planning an event, or looking for mobile coffee service? Reach out to Nine Tenths Coffee at 828-773-6538 or visit ninetenthscoffee.com.