J.T. Russell & Sons, Inc. has been in business for 69 year and is a family own business that is in its fourth generation. JTR originated in the farming industry, which consisted mainly of plowing and cutting wheat. Below are some facts about JTR.

1939: J.T. Russell & Sons established.
1944: J.T. Russell Sr. purchased the company's first bulldozer in which they used for digging basements and ponds.
1954: J.T. Russell Jr. recieved his contrator's license, which allowed the company to venture over to the commercial side of the business.
1966: Business was incorporated with Robert Russell as president; J. T Russell as VP; and J.T. Russell Jr. as secretary.
1987: First asphalt plant was operating in New London, NC.
1996: Second asphalt plant was running in Mint Hill and a reclycing plant was purchased.
2004: Began mixing asphalt bagging for QPR; which is found in various Lowes Home Improvement stores
2007: Acquired an asphalt plant & grading and paving business in Conover, NC and Rock Hill, SC. JTR also started in the liquid asphalt business. This operation is located in Healing Springs, NC.

Our Mission Statement


J. T. Russell & Sons, Inc is a professional, quality-orientated General Contractor in the business of providing a fair investment return to its shareholders, a quality working environment to its employees, and growth opportunities to everyone associated with the Company.


J. T. Russell & Sons Inc has the first and foremost interest in quality. That’s why you have been hired. We believe you will make an impact on J. T. Russell & Sons, Inc that will be positive and we are looking forward to having you employed by our company.

J. T. Russell & Sons, Inc is interested in providing its clients with quality, service, and diversity. To do this, all management and employees of J. T. Russell & Sons, Inc will work together to enable the Company to operate safely, effectively, and efficiently.