A family-owned builder the Lowcountry trusts
Hale Development LLC is owned by Robert Hale. We're a general contractor based in Holly Hill, South Carolina, building across the Lowcountry — commercial, custom residential, light industrial, and historic restoration.
Being family-owned isn't a line on our website. It reflects how we build: personally, accountably, and for the long haul. We're licensed, bonded, and insured, with 35 years of commercial and industrial experience — and when you hire us, the owner is on your project.
- Family-Owned& Operated
- 35 YearsExperience
- Licensed · Bonded · InsuredSC General Contractor
- 5.0 ★Google Rating
- SC General Contractor: CLG.123426
- SC Residential Builder: RBB.50942
- SC Plumbing & Mechanical: CLM.117472
The people behind Hale Development
The owner on the job and a field team that keeps every project coordinated, supervised, and on schedule.
Robert Hale
Owner / CEO — 35 years commercial & industrial
Marissa Hale
Design
Trevor Van Etten
Project Management
Chase Feinberg
Site Supervision
Robert Hale owns Hale Development and brings 35 years of commercial and industrial experience, from ground-up builds to code-rated facilities where tolerances and compliance are not negotiable.
Marissa Hale leads design, working through layout, elevations, and material selections with you before a single wall goes up — so the drawings match the dream and the budget. Trevor Van Etten manages the schedule and communication, and Chase Feinberg runs daily site supervision in the field.
Built personally, priced honestly
Self-perform or subcontract — whichever costs you less
We do both, and we choose per scope. On some work our own crews are the most cost-effective; on others the right subcontractor is. We pick the path that protects your budget, not our overhead.
A free pre-construction evaluation and estimate
Every project starts with a free evaluation. Bring blueprints or a napkin sketch and we'll give you an honest read on scope, budget, and timeline before you spend a dollar building.
Licensed, bonded, and insured
Hale Development holds three South Carolina licenses — general contractor, residential builder, and plumbing/mechanical. That's the baseline for public and privately bid work, and it means more of your project stays under one accountable license.
The owner is on your project
Robert owns this company and works in it, not just on the contract. One accountable relationship from the first evaluation to the final walkthrough.
Trusted across the Lowcountry
“Our home was built in 1885 and needed real care — ceiling work, leveling the floors, and reframing a doorway that had shifted over the decades. Hale Development handled all of it with a respect for the house that you don't find everywhere. The work was meticulous and the crew was a pleasure to have around.”
“As a former HOA President, I've worked with plenty of contractors. Hale Development stood out for their communication and follow-through on our community project. They kept the board informed, respected the residents, and delivered exactly what they promised.”
“They remodeled our primary bathroom and the result is beautiful. The craftsmanship is excellent and they stayed on schedule. We couldn't be happier and would use them again without hesitation.”
Ready to build something beautiful?
The pre-construction consultation is free. Blueprints or a napkin sketch — we'll tell you what it really takes.