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General Contractors in Chesapeake, VA
24 local general contractors serving Chesapeake and the surrounding area. Chesapeake 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
~235,429
Pros within 35 mi
24
Nearest listed
1 mi
Typical general contracting cost in Virginia: hiring runs $67,000–$185,400, DIY about $51,000–$147,900. Calibrate it to Chesapeake before you call.
General Contractors near Chesapeake
Outlaws Custom Boatworks
General Contractor · Norfolk, Virginia · 5 mi
Prism Maritime LLC
General Contractor · Chesapeake, Virginia · 6 mi
Jias General Contracting
Electrician · Portsmouth, Virginia · 2 mi
Absolute Decking & Home Restoration LLC
Kitchen Remodel · Norfolk, Virginia · 2 mi
Powell's Plumbing & Air
Plumber · Norfolk, Virginia · 3 mi
Bug-N-Out
Bathroom Remodel · Portsmouth Heights, Virginia · 4 mi
Paul's HVAC of Chesapeake
HVAC · Portsmouth Heights, Virginia · 5 mi
Clem's Heating and Cooling
HVAC · Portsmouth, Virginia · 5 mi
Gizmo's Tubs And Things
Bathroom Remodel · Portsmouth, Virginia · 5 mi
Atlantic Coast Heating and Cooling
HVAC · Chesapeake, Virginia · 5 mi
Chesapeake Heating & Air Conditioning
HVAC · Chesapeake, Virginia · 5 mi
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 Chesapeake: common questions
How much does it cost to hire a general contractor in Chesapeake, 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. Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake or Virginia building department before work begins.
Should I DIY or hire a general contractor in Chesapeake?
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 Chesapeake is usually the safer call. Our free DIY-or-hire calculator walks through it.
How many general contractors serve Chesapeake?
We currently list 24 general contractors within about 35 miles of Chesapeake, the nearest about 1 miles out. We never sell your information and never take kickbacks.