General Contractor in Las Vegas

Las Vegas, Nevada · Updated October 2026 · Every figure from published sources — nothing made up

Some projects are bigger than one trade. A remodel that touches plumbing, electrical, framing, and finishes — or a job where you're simply not sure where to start — needs one person who plans the whole thing, lines up the trades, pulls the permits, and answers for the result. That person is a general contractor. Tell us what you're thinking of doing, and we'll match you with a licensed Las Vegas general contractor for a free in-home estimate.

What we can match you for

• Whole-home and multi-room remodeling
• Kitchen and bathroom projects that involve more than one trade
• Room additions and casitas (see our dedicated pages for both)
• Structural changes — removing walls, reconfiguring layouts
• Projects that combine interior and exterior work
• Renovations where you want one contract, one schedule, and one person responsible

What it typically costs

A general contractor quotes the whole project, so the price depends on what the project is. These published ranges for the most common jobs in Las Vegas will help you budget:

• Kitchen remodel: $14,592–$41,616, with a 2026 average of $26,988 (Angi 2026 cost data). Complete gut remodels with layout changes can exceed $65,000.
• Bathroom remodel: $7,390–$31,900 (Angi published metro cost data). Refreshes can come in below that range; full primary-suite rebuilds run above it.
• Room addition: a 12×12 addition runs $19,000–$39,000 and a 20×20 runs $54,000–$108,000 (HomeBlue, Las Vegas figures).
• Casita / ADU: $120,000–$350,000 or more for a detached build, at roughly $200–$350 per square foot (Engineer Fix, Las Vegas guide).

One thing worth knowing: a general contractor's coordination is built into the project quote — you are not paying a separate fee on top for the matching, and our service to you is free. The contractor's written quote is the number that matters, and you get it before you commit to anything.

How it works

1. Tell us about the project. Fill out the short form — what you're planning, roughly when you'd like to start, and where the home is. One form covers the whole job, even if it has several parts.
2. We call to confirm and book. We'll call to go over the details, confirm the scope, and schedule a free in-home visit at a time that suits you.
3. The contractor visits and quotes in writing. Your matched general contractor walks the home, takes measurements, talks through options, and provides a written quote for the full project. You decide — there is no obligation.

Las Vegas specifics

• Permits. Structural work and any electrical, plumbing, or gas work requires permits — from the City of Las Vegas inside city limits, or Clark County outside them. Your contractor should pull them; a contractor who suggests skipping permits on structural work is one to walk away from.
• Licensing. Nevada general contractors are licensed through the Nevada State Contractors Board. You can look up any contractor's license there and check its status before signing.
• HOA approvals. If you're in a master-planned community like Summerlin or most newer subdivisions, anything visible from outside — additions, casitas, exterior changes — needs HOA design approval first. That adds days to a few weeks before work starts.
• Heat and hard water. Materials shouldn't sit in a 120-degree garage, where cabinet doors warp and adhesives fail; experienced local crews stage materials indoors. And valley water is hard enough that remodels often include inspecting supply lines and valves while walls are open anyway.

Frequently asked questions

What does a general contractor actually do? A general contractor plans and manages the whole project: hiring and coordinating the plumbers, electricians, framers, and finish trades, pulling permits, scheduling inspections, and making sure the work comes together in the right order. You get one contract and one person responsible for the finished result, instead of juggling separate trades yourself.

What does it cost to hire a general contractor? There is no separate hiring fee in most residential work — the contractor quotes a price for the complete project, with their coordination built into that quote. Our matching service is free to homeowners. What you pay, if you proceed, is the contractor's written project price, agreed before work begins.

How do I check a contractor's license in Nevada? Search the contractor's name or license number on the Nevada State Contractors Board website. Confirm the license is active, matches the business you're dealing with, and check for disciplinary history. A legitimate contractor will give you the number without hesitating.

Do I need a permit for my project? For structural changes and any electrical, plumbing, or gas work — yes, through the City of Las Vegas or Clark County depending on your address. Cosmetic work like painting or cabinet refinishing generally does not need one. Your contractor should tell you upfront which permits your project requires and pull them in their name.

How long does a typical project take? It depends on the job: bathrooms usually take 1–3 weeks and kitchens 4–8 weeks once work starts, while additions run 2–4 months and casitas 3–6 months, with permit and HOA review time on top. Your contractor's written quote should come with a schedule, not just a price.

Get started

Ready to talk through your project with a licensed general contractor? Get My Free Estimate — answer a few quick questions and we'll take it from there. We're a free matching service, not a contractor: your project is handled by an independent, licensed Nevada contractor. You choose whether your information goes to one best-matched contractor or up to three for comparing bids — never more than three, ever, and never sold to anyone else, so your phone won't ring for months.