Here are 7 local construction startups in the Southeast that are revolutionizing the industry:
1. BotBuilt: Based in North Carolina’s Research Triangle, BotBuilt uses AI and robotics to lower home construction costs and automate the building process. The company recently raised $12.4 million in seed funding.
2. Built: Nashville’s Built specializes in construction lending and streamlines processes for construction loans and commercial real estate management.
3. Higharc: North Carolina’s Higharc aims to improve home design, construction, and sales through its homebuilding automation platform. The company raised $21 million in a Series A funding round.
4. Branch Technology: Chattanooga-based Branch Technology is pushing the boundaries of architectural design with its 3D printing and fabrication construction technology. The startup has secured impressive structural projects across the country.
5. NewCrew: Atlanta-based NewCrew is a construction-focused recruiting company that helps fill important roles in construction teams, from engineers to product managers.
6. Levelset: New Orleans-based Levelset facilitates faster and more efficient payment processes for contractors. The company was acquired by construction giant Procure for $500 million.
7. PaintJet: Located just outside of Nashville, PaintJet is a robotics and material sciences company that aims to transform commercial construction painting. The startup recently raised $10 million in a Series A round.
These startups are using technology, creative solutions, and innovative approaches to address the challenges of cost, efficiency, and labor shortage in the construction industry. They are reshaping the way we build and design our homes and commercial spaces and offering hope for a brighter future in construction.
