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General Contractors in Irvine, CA
24 local general contractors serving Irvine and the surrounding area. Irvine is a mid-size city with steady demand for home work. See typical California costs and a free DIY-or-hire breakdown before you reach out. We never sell your info and never take kickbacks.
Population
~256,927
Pros within 35 mi
24
Nearest listed
1 mi
Typical general contracting cost in California: hiring runs $78,000–$216,000, DIY about $59,000–$171,100. Calibrate it to Irvine before you call.
General Contractors near Irvine
All About Acoustics
General Contractor · Anaheim, California · 12 mi
COTO DE CAZA GLASS
General Contractor · Rancho Santa Margarita, California · 12 mi
Envision Concrete Work Mission Viejo Contractor
Masonry · Irvine, California · 1 mi
Pro-Tec Restoration & Construction
Concrete · Irvine, California · 1 mi
Kala Restoration & Reconstruction Services
Handyman · San Joaquin Hills, California · 2 mi
Los Angelitos Construction & Maintenance Co.
Handyman · Irvine, California · 3 mi
SCGWest Development - Development Made Simple.
Design · Newport Beach, California · 4 mi
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Bathroom Remodel · Tustin, California · 5 mi
Geo Paving & Sealcoating
Concrete · Costa Mesa, California · 5 mi
Harbor Area Appliance Services
HVAC · Costa Mesa, California · 5 mi
Permits & rules in California
Permit rules for general contracting vary by city and county in California. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the California guide for specifics. Varies by municipality California general contracting costs are calibrated from the national average using California's regional price parity (1.18) and local labor index (1.22).
See California permit details →General Contractors in Irvine: common questions
How much does it cost to hire a general contractor in Irvine, California?
In California, general contracting typically runs $78,000 to $216,000 when you hire a pro, and about $59,000 to $171,100 if you do it yourself. Irvine prices track the California 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 California?
Permit rules for general contracting vary by city and county in California. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the California guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Always confirm with the Irvine or California building department before work begins.
Should I DIY or hire a general contractor in Irvine?
General contracting is rated moderate for a DIYer. Doing it yourself can save the gap between $59,000 to $171,100 and $78,000 to $216,000, but general contractors bring tools, permits, and a warranty. For a large or time-sensitive job, a local pro in Irvine is usually the safer call. Our free DIY-or-hire calculator walks through it.
How many general contractors serve Irvine?
We currently list 24 general contractors within about 35 miles of Irvine, the nearest about 1 miles out. We never sell your information and never take kickbacks.