Can they handle water damage from storms?

Yes. Reviews mention complex water damage projects including laundry room, bathroom, and bedroom repairs. Their website lists Wind, Hail, Lightning Damage, and Water Damage Repair.

Who do I ask for if I hire them?

Reviewers specifically praised Mark Hetcox, Andrew Helmer, Jared H., and Travis. One reviewer noted requesting a specific technician after a difficult experience improved results significantly.

Southern Elite Contracting Inc

Updated 2026-09-15 · 43,723 reviewed · 998 listed · Scored from 120 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(120) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified

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Location: Columbus
Services: Commercial Roofing, Roof Replacement, Roof Repair
Reviews: 120
Best for: homeowners with straightforward jobs who can request experienced technicians like Mark or Andrew.

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-09-15. Facts from the business's own website were fetched 2026-08-18.

What reviewers think

When a named technician is assigned, work is solid and communication stays on track. Project delays and office communication lapses are the consistent friction point, especially on insurance claims where estimates have been bungled and timelines stretch far beyond initial forecasts.

Praised for

skilled technicians (Mark, Andrew, Travis, Jared)
responsive staff when assigned
professional problem-solving on complex claims
quality work output

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Best for: homeowners with straightforward jobs who can request experienced technicians like Mark or Andrew.

Strengths

named technicians deliver strong workmanship
handles complex insurance damage claims
available for emergency response

Worth knowing

Technician Mark Hetcox and Andrew Helmer frequently praised for responsiveness and quality
Andrew Helmer specifically noted for guiding complex asbestos/plumbing/reconstruction claim
Site manager Jared H. noted for rectifying issues promptly
Travis mentioned as turnaround when assigned mid-project
Property manager Zion cited by multiple reviewers for estimate errors and communication failures
Delays ranging from months beyond estimate to 11+ months on single projects

How it compares

Rated 4.5 against a 4.76 average across the 651 commercial roofing businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 80% of the businesses in this directory.

How did this business earn its score?

How We Score

Star rating 68

Review volume 90

Review recency 90

Review sentiment 45

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

Questions people ask

Can they handle water damage from storms?: Yes. Reviews mention complex water damage projects including laundry room, bathroom, and bedroom repairs. Their website lists Wind, Hail, Lightning Damage, and Water Damage Repair.
Who do I ask for if I hire them?: Reviewers specifically praised Mark Hetcox, Andrew Helmer, Jared H., and Travis. One reviewer noted requesting a specific technician after a difficult experience improved results significantly.

Contact

Phone: +1706-940-0060
Website: https://www.southern-elite.co/general-contractor-columbus/
Address: 5731 Miller Ct B, Columbus, GA 31909
Open in Google Maps

Last verified 2026-09-15

Opening hours

Monday: 09:00-17:00
Tuesday: 09:00-17:00
Wednesday: 09:00-17:00
Thursday: 09:00-17:00
Friday: 09:00-17:00
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed

Water Damage RepairFire DamageNew ConstructionRoofingDecks, Patios, & FencesLandscapingIrrigationFlooring

Operating:over a decade

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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