Find a General Contractor in Charlotte NC for Additions, Remodels and Renovations
Tell us about your project and we work to connect you with one independent local contractor. The referral is free for homeowners.
Construction Charlotte NC is a free referral service operated by Momentum Property Partners LLC. We are not a contractor and do not perform, bid on, or manage construction work. We connect you with an independent local pro, who may pay us a referral fee. Verify any contractor's license at nclbgc.org.
Tell us about your project
How it works
- Tell us about the project. Pick the project type, add your zip and timeframe, and leave a name and phone number. Or call (980) 441-1295.
- We pass it to one local pro. When one is available, we share your request with one independent contractor who works in your area. We do not build, bid on or manage the work.
- You talk and decide. The contractor may call you to talk through scope, schedule and price. Whether you hire them is up to you.
Projects we can connect you with
Home additions
More bedrooms, a bigger living area or a second story. An addition changes the structure of the house, so plan for drawings, a permit and inspections.
Kitchen remodels
New layouts, cabinets, counters and lighting. Moving plumbing, gas lines or wiring brings in trade contractors and usually a permit.
Bathroom remodels
Tub-to-shower swaps, new tile, fixtures and layouts. Plumbing and electrical changes usually need a permit, so ask about it up front.
Garage conversions
Turn a garage into a bedroom, office or living space. Converting it to living space usually needs a permit and inspections.
Decks and porches
New decks, screened porches and covered porches. Many deck projects need a permit, so ask who will pull it before work starts.
Sunrooms
Enclose a porch or add a new sunroom. A sunroom usually counts as an addition to the house, so expect a permit and inspections.
Local rules worth knowing
Two rules shape most Charlotte-area projects. Here they are in the words of the source.
North Carolina General Statute 87-1(a):
For the purpose of this Article any person or firm or corporation who for a fixed price, commission, fee, or wage, undertakes to bid upon or to construct or who undertakes to superintend or manage, on his own behalf or for any person, firm, or corporation that is not licensed as a general contractor pursuant to this Article, the construction of any building, highway, public utilities, grading or any improvement or structure where the cost of the undertaking is forty thousand dollars ($40,000) or more, or undertakes to erect a North Carolina labeled manufactured modular building meeting the North Carolina State Building Code, shall be deemed to be a "general contractor" engaged in the business of general contracting in the State of North Carolina.
Source: G.S. 87-1, North Carolina General Assembly
In plain terms, a contractor paid to bid on, build or manage a project of $40,000 or more needs a North Carolina general contractor license, with some exceptions. You can look up a general contractor's license on the NC Licensing Board for General Contractors site.
Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement, homeowner permitting:
For residential projects costing less than $40,000, homeowners may apply for a building permit in person or on-line through their homeowner accounts.
For residential projects costing $40,000 or more, the homeowner may apply for a building permit, but is not eligible for a homeowner account.
Source: Homeowner permitting, Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement
Homeowner permits are generally for owners doing the work on their own home themselves. If you hire a contractor, ask in writing who will apply for each permit.
What to check before you hire
- Get a written contract. It should list the scope, materials, start and finish dates, and how changes are handled and priced.
- Confirm who pulls the permits. Ask in writing who will apply for each permit and book the inspections. Get that answer before work starts.
- Check license and insurance before a deposit. Look up the license at nclbgc.org and ask for a current certificate of insurance before you pay anything.
- Plumbing, electrical and HVAC work need a separately licensed trade contractor at any size.
- Tie payments to the work. Set a payment schedule that follows finished stages and passed inspections, not the calendar.
- Pros we refer may pay us a referral fee.
Where we connect homeowners
We connect homeowners in Charlotte and across Mecklenburg County, including Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Matthews, Mint Hill and Pineville. Each town has its own zoning office, so check its rules before you apply for a permit.
Common questions
Do I need a permit for a remodel in Mecklenburg County?
Often, yes. Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement issues building permits, and work that touches structure, wiring, plumbing or HVAC usually needs one. Rules can also differ by town, so check with your town's zoning office first. Before work starts, ask your contractor in writing who will pull each permit.
When does a contractor in North Carolina need a general contractor license?
Under G.S. 87-1, anyone paid to bid on, build or manage a project costing $40,000 or more needs a North Carolina general contractor license, with some exceptions. Below that amount, this statute's license rule does not apply. Plumbing, electrical and HVAC have their own license rules. Look up a general contractor's license at nclbgc.org before you sign.
How long does a home addition or remodel take?
It depends on the size of the job, the design, permit processing and material lead times. A bathroom remodel usually moves faster than an addition, which needs plans, permits and several inspections. Ask each contractor for a written schedule with start and finish dates before you sign.
How much does a kitchen remodel or home addition cost in Charlotte?
We do not publish prices, because cost depends on size, materials, site conditions and the contractor. The number that matters is the one in a written proposal for your project. Check what it includes, and make sure the payment schedule follows the work, not the calendar.
What happens after I send the form?
Your request goes to Construction Charlotte NC. When a contractor who serves your area is available, we pass your details to that one contractor, and we or that contractor may call you at the number you gave. Calls only, no texts. We cannot promise a response time. If you'd rather talk now, call (980) 441-1295.
Does Construction Charlotte NC do the work?
No. Construction Charlotte NC is a free referral service run by Momentum Property Partners LLC. We are not a contractor, and we do not build, bid on or manage any project. The pro we connect you with may pay us a referral fee. That pro is responsible for the work.
Ready to talk to a local contractor?
Send the form or call (980) 441-1295. It's free for homeowners, and whether you hire is up to you.