Capehart & Washburn, LLC was formed in the fall of 2007 when Matthew Capehart Long, owner of Capehart Construction & Renovation, LLC and Phil Washburn, owner of Washburn Custom Builders, Inc. joined forces to start a new company together that would capitalize on each of their experience and talents.

Partner Matthew Capehart Long was born and raised in Boone, NC and graduated from Watauga High School. Matthew received a BS degree in Construction Technology from Appalachian State University in 2000. Matthew worked as Project Manager for a commercial builder in Charlotte, NC for six years following his graduation. Matthew started Capehart Construction & Renovation, LLC in 2004 and completed residential building projects in both Charlotte and Boone.
Matthew holds a NC general contracting license and has achieved his LEED Accredited Professional designation from the US Green Building Council. Matthew, his wife, Sarah, and their daughter, Sadie Rose, live in downtown Boone.

Partner Philip Washburn was raised in Cove Creek, NC and graduated from Watauga High School. Phil began working in Construction Industry for a large local general contractor and gained years of field experience prior to working with a top local residential builder. Phil worked as Project Superintendent with Olszewski Construction Company for 12 years. In 2005, Phil started Washburn Custom Builders, Inc. and has completed many residential projects in the area. Phil holds is a NC licensed general contractor and has achieved his Certified Green Professional designation from the National Association of Home Builders.Phil, his wife, Dusty, and their two children, Selah and Lex live in the Sugar Grove community. Phil has been a member of the local americana/bluegrass band Lost Ridge for 10 years.