General Contractors in New York

How Do You Hire General Contractors and Builders in New York?

We list 353 general contractors and builders in New York, most in New York, Brooklyn, Middletown. New York has no statewide general contractor license, and cities or counties set the rules. As a planning figure, expect often a fee of about 10–20% on top of labor and materials; typical lead time is often several weeks to a few months out for larger jobs. Check the license and compare two or three written bids.

Updated November 6, 2026 · Source: listings downloaded November 6, 2026; cost and timing are our planning assumptions, not survey data.