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General Contractors in Arlington, VA
24 local general contractors serving Arlington and the surrounding area. Arlington is a mid-size city with steady demand for home work. See typical Virginia costs and a free DIY-or-hire breakdown before you reach out. We never sell your info and never take kickbacks.
Population
~207,627
Pros within 35 mi
24
Nearest listed
3 mi
Typical general contracting cost in Virginia: hiring runs $67,000–$185,400, DIY about $51,000–$147,900. Calibrate it to Arlington before you call.
General Contractors near Arlington
Fairmont Developers
General Contractor · Washington, District of Columbia · 3 mi
KADCON Corporation
General Contractor · Washington, District of Columbia · 3 mi
Patch Masonry & Construction
General Contractor · Washington, District of Columbia · 3 mi
Noaman & Son Construction LLC
General Contractor · Washington, District of Columbia · 3 mi
Visit website →Balfour Beatty Construction
General Contractor · Washington, District of Columbia · 3 mi
Visit website →Carl Petty Associates Ltd
General Contractor · Washington, District of Columbia · 4 mi
Visit website →Whitestone Construction Group
General Contractor · Washington, District of Columbia · 4 mi
Visit website →Permits & rules in Virginia
Permit rules for general contracting vary by city and county in Virginia. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the Virginia guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Virginia general contracting costs are calibrated from the national average using Virginia's regional price parity (1.02) and local labor index (1.04).
See Virginia permit details →General Contractors in Arlington: common questions
How much does it cost to hire a general contractor in Arlington, Virginia?
In Virginia, general contracting typically runs $67,000 to $185,400 when you hire a pro, and about $51,000 to $147,900 if you do it yourself. Arlington prices track the Virginia 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 Virginia?
Permit rules for general contracting vary by city and county in Virginia. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the Virginia guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Always confirm with the Arlington or Virginia building department before work begins.
Should I DIY or hire a general contractor in Arlington?
General contracting is rated moderate for a DIYer. Doing it yourself can save the gap between $51,000 to $147,900 and $67,000 to $185,400, but general contractors bring tools, permits, and a warranty. For a large or time-sensitive job, a local pro in Arlington is usually the safer call. Our free DIY-or-hire calculator walks through it.
How many general contractors serve Arlington?
We currently list 24 general contractors within about 35 miles of Arlington, the nearest about 3 miles out. We never sell your information and never take kickbacks.