Contractors by Trade
Which Contractor Do You Need?
Hire a general contractor when a job involves several trades, permits and scheduling, such as a remodel or addition. Hire a specialist directly for a single-trade job, like a new roof, a panel upgrade or a water heater. Whoever you choose, check the license and compare two or three written bids.
General Contractors
Remodels, additions and new builds, managing the trades, schedule and permits.
Public-Work Contractors
Businesses registered to bid on New York public work. The registry does not state a trade, and this is not a license.
Roofing Contractors
Roof replacement and repair, flashing, gutters and storm damage.
Electricians
Wiring, panels, EV chargers, lighting and code corrections.
Plumbers
Pipes, drains, water heaters, sewer lines and fixtures.
HVAC Contractors
Furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, ducts and refrigeration.
Concrete & Masonry
Foundations, driveways, slabs, brick, block and stonework.
Carpenters & Framers
Framing, finish carpentry, cabinets, decks and millwork.
Painters & Drywall
Interior and exterior painting, drywall and plaster repairs.
Flooring & Tile
Hardwood, vinyl, carpet, tile and countertops.
Excavation & Demolition
Site work, grading, land clearing, trenching and demolition.
Landscaping & Fencing
Hardscape, planting, irrigation, fences and outdoor work.
Windows, Siding & Insulation
Replacement windows, glass, siding and insulation.