Choosing the best general contractor is critical when it comes to building or improving your home. To help you sort through all of the options, Best of the Web makes it easy to find top-rated professional contractors in your area. Here you can read reviews and see which contractors in your area other people recommend. That way you can pick the best one for the job.

Reliable Home Contractors
300 E 93rd St
Brooklyn, NY 11212

We take pride in our work, thanks to the skilled craftsmanship and incomparable customer service we provide to our customers. We believe in customer service and continue to provide the best quality in the industry. Local residents select us for carpentry, bathroom remodeling, painting, renovations, roofing, plumbing, basement finishing and more. Whether you have a small or major project, we…

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Phone(514) 245-7383

Reliable Home Contractors
300 E 93rd St
Brooklyn, NY 11212

We take pride in our work, thanks to the skilled craftsmanship and incomparable customer service we provide to our customers. We believe in customer service and continue to provide the best quality in the industry. Local residents select us for carpentry, bathroom remodeling, painting, renovations, roofing, plumbing, basement finishing and more. Whether you have a small or major project, we…

Excelon Construction
533, East 2nd street
brooklyn, NY 11218

The Brownstone Contractor Brooklyn in NY. Brownstone Facade Repair, Brick work, stucco, waterproofing and weatherproofing Brooklyn NYC.

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Phone(631) 464-8200

Excelon Construction
533, East 2nd street
brooklyn, NY 11218

The Brownstone Contractor Brooklyn in NY. Brownstone Facade Repair, Brick work, stucco, waterproofing and weatherproofing Brooklyn NYC.

Harris Water Main & Sewer Contractors
2600 Atlantic Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11207

HARRIS WATER MAIN & SEWER CONTRACTORS Is a family owned and operated business serving the 5 boroughs for over 95 years. we have four generations of experience working with water mains and sewers. NYC licensed & insured

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Phone(718) 280-9525

Harris Water Main & Sewer Contractors
2600 Atlantic Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11207

HARRIS WATER MAIN & SEWER CONTRACTORS Is a family owned and operated business serving the 5 boroughs for over 95 years. we have four generations of experience working with water mains and sewers. NYC licensed & insured

Subsurface Watermain And Sewer Contractors Inc.
1768 E 49th St
Brooklyn, NY 11234

Installation and repair residential and commercial for five boroughs of NYC. Water mains sewers, manholes, fire hydrants, catch basins, detention tanks, fire sprinklers. Unclaimed: Claim this business

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Phone(718) 745-7227

Subsurface Watermain And Sewer Contractors Inc.
1768 E 49th St
Brooklyn, NY 11234

Installation and repair residential and commercial for five boroughs of NYC. Water mains sewers, manholes, fire hydrants, catch basins, detention tanks, fire sprinklers. Unclaimed: Claim this business

Hi Tech Contracting & Restoration Corp
201 Bay 43rd St 2nd FL
Brooklyn, NY 11214

Hi Tech Contracting & Restoration Corp is a construction company in New York City with many years of experience in the construction industry. We are capable of undertaking both commercial and residential projects.

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Phone(718) 510-6000

Hi Tech Contracting & Restoration Corp
201 Bay 43rd St 2nd FL
Brooklyn, NY 11214

Hi Tech Contracting & Restoration Corp is a construction company in New York City with many years of experience in the construction industry. We are capable of undertaking both commercial and residential projects.

Adir Contracting
1231 McDonald Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11230

Adir Contracting Group is a leading renovation company that specializes in bringing innovative design and creativity to every project. With two decades of experience behind them, they are committed to giving customers effective building services with elegance, style & grace! Unclaimed: Claim this business

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Phone(718) 568-0200

Adir Contracting
1231 McDonald Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11230

Adir Contracting Group is a leading renovation company that specializes in bringing innovative design and creativity to every project. With two decades of experience behind them, they are committed to giving customers effective building services with elegance, style & grace! Unclaimed: Claim this business

Harris Water Main & Sewer Contractors
2600 Atlantic Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11207

Harris Plumbing and Heating Inc. was established directly after World War I by Abraham Harris, the father of Paul Harris. At that time and up to World War II, Harris Plumbing engaged mainly in new construction by focusing on plumbing and heating in thousands of one and two-family homes. When World War II began, all new construction ceased and most… Unclaimed: Claim this business

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Phone(718) 495-3600

Harris Water Main & Sewer Contractors
2600 Atlantic Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11207

Harris Plumbing and Heating Inc. was established directly after World War I by Abraham Harris, the father of Paul Harris. At that time and up to World War II, Harris Plumbing engaged mainly in new construction by focusing on plumbing and heating in thousands of one and two-family homes. When World War II began, all new construction ceased and most… Unclaimed: Claim this business

AD Best Contractors LLC

When it comes to General Contracting, Home Remodeling Contracting and Kitchen Remodeling Contracting, no one compares to AD Best Contractors LLC. With years of combined experience, AD Best Contractors LLC has worked hard to build the trust of our clients in Brooklyn, Long Island, The Bronx and beyond. Visit our website to learn more. Or better yet, click the link…

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Phone(917) 804-3695

AD Best Contractors LLC

When it comes to General Contracting, Home Remodeling Contracting and Kitchen Remodeling Contracting, no one compares to AD Best Contractors LLC. With years of combined experience, AD Best Contractors LLC has worked hard to build the trust of our clients in Brooklyn, Long Island, The Bronx and beyond. Visit our website to learn more. Or better yet, click the link…

Haughton Construction Corp.
1177 East 105th St.
Brooklyn, NY 11236

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Haughton Construction Corp.
1177 East 105th St.
Brooklyn, NY 11236

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OK ROOFING CONTRACTOR NEW YORK
1820 Ave. M suite # 1039
Brooklyn, NY 11230

We are highly skilled roofing contractors with solutions to most roofing problems. We cover both commercial and residential platforms. Over the years, we have developed respect to quality roofing and that is why our services have been sought by many. As a way of addressing your needs, we employ use of modern technology and customer sensitive approach. Our goal is…

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Phone(646) 420-6087

OK ROOFING CONTRACTOR NEW YORK
1820 Ave. M suite # 1039
Brooklyn, NY 11230

We are highly skilled roofing contractors with solutions to most roofing problems. We cover both commercial and residential platforms. Over the years, we have developed respect to quality roofing and that is why our services have been sought by many. As a way of addressing your needs, we employ use of modern technology and customer sensitive approach. Our goal is…

NYC Brick Pointing
457 E 9th St,
Brooklyn, NY 11218

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NYC Brick Pointing
457 E 9th St,
Brooklyn, NY 11218

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Top General Contractor Services

 

General contractors oversee construction projects. They hire subcontractors to do any work that needs done, facilitate communication between the property owners and workers, and keep an eye on the project schedule. 

Here are some of the most common projects that you’ll need a general contractor to manage. 

 
  • Building a house
  • Putting an addition on a house
  • Remodeling a bathroom
  • Remodeling a kitchen
  • Building a deck

Cost Guide for General Contractors

 

General contractors typically charge a certain percentage of your project budget. This means that you’ll pay a lot more for a general contractor to help build a whole house than you would if they were simply managing construction of a new deck for your existing home. 

Here are several estimates of what you can expect to pay a general contractor for common projects.

 
  • Building a house
    • National Average Cost: $125 per square foot
    • Low End Cost: $90 per square foot
    • High End Cost: $250 per square foot
 
  • Putting an addition on a house
    • National Average Cost: $140 per square foot
    • Low End Cost: $80 per square foot
    • High End Cost: $200 per square foot 
 
  • Remodeling a bathroom
    • National Average Cost: $10,942
    • Low End Cost: $3,500
    • High End Cost: $16,370
 
  • Remodeling a kitchen
    • National Average Cost: $22,134
    • Low End Cost: $12,000
    • High End Cost: $34,962
 
  • Building a deck
    • National Average Cost: $6,000
    • Low End Cost: $4,000
    • High End Cost: $11,000 

Tips for Hiring a General Contractor 

 

Here are some important things to keep in mind when choosing which general contractor to hire.

 
  1. Research and read recommendations. Check out the best contractors in your area on Best of the Web and take the time to read the reviews and recommendations that people left.
  2. Speak with several general contractors and take careful notes during your conversations. Ask them about their experience, their estimated workload at the time of your project, and their rates and payment schedules.
  3. Don’t make your decision on price alone. After you interview a few contractors, be wary of the one charging the lowest rates, especially if it seems quite a bit cheaper than their competitors’. The lower the rate, the more likely that they will cut corners on your project.
 

The best place to start your search for a general contractor is right here with Best of the Web. We’ll help you weed out the scammers and unprofessional contractors so that you can talk to the most qualified candidates in your area.

FAQ

Is it worth hiring a general contractor, or should I do it myself? 

 

Not every project needs a general contractor. However, be careful not to get in over your head trying to save yourself a little money. This can backfire and result in you getting fined for breaking code, or overpaying for materials or services you’re not familiar with. 

If your project is going to take more than a week to complete, requires multiple tradespeople, or involves local building codes, it’s a good idea to hire a professional.

 

What should you look for in a general contractor? 

Make sure that your general contractor is licensed and insured, and don’t just take their word for it. Double check with your state’s licensing authority to make sure that everything is valid. 

How much should I pay a contractor upfront? 

Every general contractor works on their own payment schedule, so your upfront fees will vary. Some states place a limit on how much you can pay in advance, so research and learn the laws in your state. As a general rule, you can expect to pay between 10-25% of the total project cost upfront, although this may vary.

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