"From custom new homes in Powell's growing neighborhoods to remodels and additions across north Knox County — Nathan and Orange Hat Home Builders bring 20+ years of building experience to every project, built better from the ground up."
Powell is a thriving community in north Knox County, just up the interstate from downtown Knoxville — a place that has kept its friendly, established neighborhood feel while steadily growing with new families and new homes. Known for its strong schools, its convenient location along the Emory Road and Clinton Highway corridors, and its easy access to both Knoxville and the surrounding countryside, Powell has become one of the most popular places to settle on the north side of the metro. Orange Hat Home Builders — owned and operated by Nathan, a Tennessee licensed General Contractor (License #83528) with more than 20 years in the building industry — serves Powell and north Knox County from nearby Loudon.
From custom new homes in Powell's growing subdivisions to full kitchen and bath remodels, roofing, decks, flooring, and additions for the area's established homes, Nathan brings quality craftsmanship to every project. His complete background gives Powell homeowners a real edge: years in building supply, five years owning a home inspection business, and a real estate appraiser license he still holds mean he builds with an inspector's eye and an appraiser's understanding of value — knowing exactly where corners get cut, and refusing to cut them, on every home he touches.
Building and remodeling in Powell comes with considerations an experienced local builder handles well. The area's mix of established mid-century neighborhoods and newer subdivisions means projects range from updating older homes with aging systems to building on freshly developed lots that call for proper site work, foundations, and drainage. North Knox County's rolling terrain, clay soils, humid summers, and spring storms all test foundations, roofs, and exteriors over time. As a Tennessee licensed and insured General Contractor (#83528) and member of the Home Builders Association of Greater Knoxville, Nathan handles every Powell project personally, backed by a full one-year builder warranty. Call or text him at 865-585-6660 to get started.
Every project is handled personally by Nathan — with quality materials, careful craftsmanship, and a full builder warranty. Here's what Orange Hat offers across Powell and north Knox County:
Custom homes built on your lot or ours across north Knox County — quality construction backed by a one-year builder warranty.
Full kitchen and bathroom remodels — demo to rebuild, custom tile, cabinets, countertops, and layout changes.
Full roof replacements with limited lifetime warranty shingles and a two-year labor warranty — built for East TN weather.
Wood and composite decks, basic to fully custom — built to handle the lots and neighborhoods of the Powell area.
Hardwood, LVP, tile, and carpet — whole-home or single room, with professional subfloor prep and clean results.
Room additions, sunrooms, enclosed patios, and garages — permitted, built to code, and seamlessly integrated.
Real reviews from East Tennessee homeowners who have trusted Nathan and Orange Hat Home Builders with their projects.
"Nathan remodeled our home in the Peterson Place HOA and replaced our roof. The work was top-notch from start to finish, and he kept us informed every step of the way. The whole neighborhood has noticed the difference. Highly recommend Orange Hat."
— Mike Farrington
Client
"Nathan was always available when we had questions and came back out to re-check everything to make sure it was done right. You can tell he genuinely cares about doing the job correctly. We couldn't be happier with the result."
— Ashlee Harb
Client
"Nathan built our new construction home and his attention to detail was incredible. He was thorough on every part of the build and clearly knows construction inside and out. Our home turned out better than we imagined."
— Joshua Wisecarver
Client
Based in nearby Loudon, Orange Hat Home Builders covers Powell and all of north Knox County — from the established neighborhoods along Emory Road to the new subdivisions growing across the north side of the metro.
Answers to the most common questions Powell and north Knox County homeowners ask before starting a building or remodeling project.
Yes. Orange Hat builds custom homes on your lot or ours throughout Powell and north Knox County. Nathan handles the build personally from the first set of plans to the final walkthrough, with quality materials, careful craftsmanship, and a full one-year builder warranty on every new home.
We handle full kitchen and bathroom remodels — demo to complete rebuild — along with flooring, custom tile showers, cabinets, countertops, and layout changes. Whether it's a single room or a whole-home renovation, Nathan brings two decades of building experience to every Powell remodel.
Yes — Orange Hat is a Tennessee licensed General Contractor (License #83528), fully insured, and a member of the Home Builders Association of Greater Knoxville. When you hire Orange Hat, you're hiring a fully credentialed builder who works directly with you on every project.
Nathan spent years in building supply, owned a home inspection business, and is a licensed real estate appraiser. He builds with an inspector's eye and an appraiser's understanding of value — he knows exactly where corners get cut, and he doesn't cut them. It's a perspective very few Powell builders can match.
Yes. Every Orange Hat project is backed by a full one-year builder warranty, and roof replacements carry an additional two-year labor warranty on top of the manufacturer's limited lifetime shingle warranty. We stand behind the work we do.
The fastest way is to call or text Nathan directly at 865-585-6660, or use the form on our contact page. We'll set up a consultation to talk through your goals, then provide a clear, honest, customized quote for your specific Powell project.
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Call or text Nathan today • TN Licensed #83528 • 20+ Years Experience • Full Builder Warranty • Serving Powell & North Knox County