General Contracting

Provide general contracting services managing construction projects from planning through completion including project management, subcontractor coordination, and building services.

Business Ideas in General Contracting

Residential General Contractor

Serve as general contractor for residential construction and renovation projects managing subcontractors, schedules, and building from permits through completion

Startup Cost: $25,000-$100,000 Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 8-15 months
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Commercial General Contractor

Manage commercial construction projects including tenant improvements, office buildouts, and small commercial buildings as licensed general contractor

Startup Cost: $50,000-$200,000 Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 10-18 months
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Design-Build Contractor

Offer design-build services combining design and construction under single contract providing streamlined project delivery for clients

Startup Cost: $40,000-$150,000 Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 10-18 months
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Construction Project Management Consultant

Provide owner's representative and construction project management services helping clients manage contractors and construction projects

Startup Cost: $8,000-$30,000 Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 6-12 months
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Small Commercial Projects Contractor

Specialize in small commercial construction projects under $250K including office renovations, retail improvements, and small buildouts

Startup Cost: $30,000-$100,000 Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 6-12 months
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Green & Sustainable Building Contractor

Specialize in green building and sustainable construction using eco-friendly materials and building practices for environmentally conscious clients

Startup Cost: $35,000-$120,000 Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 10-18 months
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