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General Contractors in Detroit, MI
24 local general contractors serving Detroit and the surrounding area. Detroit is a large metro with a deep bench of contractors. See typical Michigan costs and a free DIY-or-hire breakdown before you reach out. We never sell your info and never take kickbacks.
Population
~645,705
Pros within 35 mi
24
Nearest listed
0 mi
Typical general contracting cost in Michigan: hiring runs $60,100–$166,500, DIY about $45,500–$132,000. Calibrate it to Detroit before you call.
General Contractors near Detroit
Direct Construction Services, LLc.
General Contractor · Detroit, Michigan · 3 mi
Arise Above Construction
General Contractor · Detroit, Michigan · 3 mi
Deperez Contracting LLC
General Contractor · Detroit, Michigan · 3 mi
JC Beal Construction LLC
General Contractor · Detroit, Michigan · 3 mi
KOM Construction & Maintenance home repair services
General Contractor · Detroit, Michigan · 3 mi
Streamline Remodeling and Home Improvement
General Contractor · Harper Woods, Michigan · 10 mi
Armor Asphalt paving & Sealcoating
General Contractor · Brownstown Township, Michigan · 16 mi
SealRite Sealcoating-Asphalt
General Contractor · Bloomfield Hills, Michigan · 19 mi
Streamline Electric
Electrician · Detroit, Michigan · 2 mi
Detroit Heating and Air Conditioning
HVAC · Detroit, Michigan · 2 mi
Detroit Heating and Cooling
HVAC · Detroit, Michigan · 4 mi
Permits & rules in Michigan
Permit rules for general contracting vary by city and county in Michigan. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the Michigan guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Michigan general contracting costs are calibrated from the national average using Michigan's regional price parity (0.91) and local labor index (0.94).
See Michigan permit details →General Contractors in Detroit: common questions
How much does it cost to hire a general contractor in Detroit, Michigan?
In Michigan, general contracting typically runs $60,100 to $166,500 when you hire a pro, and about $45,500 to $132,000 if you do it yourself. Detroit prices track the Michigan 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 Michigan?
Permit rules for general contracting vary by city and county in Michigan. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the Michigan guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Always confirm with the Detroit or Michigan building department before work begins.
Should I DIY or hire a general contractor in Detroit?
General contracting is rated moderate for a DIYer. Doing it yourself can save the gap between $45,500 to $132,000 and $60,100 to $166,500, but general contractors bring tools, permits, and a warranty. For a large or time-sensitive job, a local pro in Detroit is usually the safer call. Our free DIY-or-hire calculator walks through it.
How many general contractors serve Detroit?
We currently list 24 general contractors within about 35 miles of Detroit, the nearest about 0 miles out. We never sell your information and never take kickbacks.