Local Pros / New York / Albany
General Contractors in Albany, NY
24 local general contractors serving Albany and the surrounding area. Albany is a smaller city where most pros also serve nearby towns. See typical New York costs and a free DIY-or-hire breakdown before you reach out. We never sell your info and never take kickbacks.
Population
~101,228
Pros within 35 mi
24
Nearest listed
2 mi
Typical general contracting cost in New York: hiring runs $80,900–$224,100, DIY about $60,500–$175,500. Calibrate it to Albany before you call.
General Contractors near Albany
Upstate Asphalt & Sealcoating
General Contractor · Saratoga Springs, New York · 29 mi
Seamless Gutters by Winn & White LLC
Gutters · Rensselaer, New York · 2 mi
Straight Fence | Fencing Contractors in Albany New York
Fencing · Rensselaer, New York · 2 mi
Visit website →O'Brien Construction and Property Maintenance
Bathroom Remodel · Glenmont, New York · 4 mi
SK Contracting of NY
Electrician · East Greenbush, New York · 6 mi
Epic Building Solutions
Roofer · East Greenbush, New York · 6 mi
American Design & Contracting
Masonry · Albany, New York · 6 mi
Rico's Pump Service & Electric Motor Repair LLC
Plumber · Troy, New York · 7 mi
Northeastern Masonry & Chimney
Masonry · Selkirk, New York · 8 mi
Allphase Complete Fire and Chimney
Masonry · Feura Bush, New York · 11 mi
Permits & rules in New York
Permit rules for general contracting vary by city and county in New York. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the New York guide for specifics. Varies by municipality New York general contracting costs are calibrated from the national average using New York's regional price parity (1.21) and local labor index (1.28).
See New York permit details →General Contractors in Albany: common questions
How much does it cost to hire a general contractor in Albany, New York?
In New York, general contracting typically runs $80,900 to $224,100 when you hire a pro, and about $60,500 to $175,500 if you do it yourself. Albany prices track the New York range, with larger metros toward the high end. Size it to your own home with our free calculator.
Do I need a permit for general contracting in New York?
Permit rules for general contracting vary by city and county in New York. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the New York guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Always confirm with the Albany or New York building department before work begins.
Should I DIY or hire a general contractor in Albany?
General contracting is rated moderate for a DIYer. Doing it yourself can save the gap between $60,500 to $175,500 and $80,900 to $224,100, but general contractors bring tools, permits, and a warranty. For a large or time-sensitive job, a local pro in Albany is usually the safer call. Our free DIY-or-hire calculator walks through it.
How many general contractors serve Albany?
We currently list 24 general contractors within about 35 miles of Albany, the nearest about 2 miles out. We never sell your information and never take kickbacks.