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Last update on March 08, 2026
Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Credit card accepted
"Tony came in and gave us a very fair estimate on the work to be done. He completed the job quickly with the end result being a job my wife and I loved. I highly recommend Last Looks to anyone looking for a Contractor."
+96
Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Brad was very professional. He showed up when he said he would for the quote, listened to what I wanted and gave me several estimates. The price I paid in the end was the price he quoted me, no surprises. The crew worked very hard during hot weather to install my split rail fence and it looks beautiful. He kept me informed during the process of when we was ordering materials or when something didn't go as planned; however, the project finished on time despite some bad weather. Many other fence contractors I contacted either gave me very high quotes or poor customer service. Some didn't even return my calls! I highly recommend Brad from Breathtaking Homes."
+1196
Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Offers commercial services
Douglass Renovations LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis -of our business.\n
Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great job when completed real professionalism"
Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas
In business since 2006
Free estimates
"Our job started with complete removal of our old cabinets, counters and backsplash which was done in a few hours. The new cabinets went in the next day and and we had to wait 17 days for the new counters before work could be completed. Once the counters were in, the rest of the work proceeded in a timely manner. All communication was easy and immediate. Dave Poison was very easy to work with and his crew was experienced and did a wonderful job. I would highly recommend them."
Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The owner, Brian, is very technical and creative. He explains in detail how the project will be done - what has to be in county code, materials to be used, and the entire construction process- step by step. Brian has integrity. His work ethic about the quality of products he will use. We worked together on the design of the final project. The original project expanded into a 3 season room with sliding doors, a paver patio, and an outside shower with stepping stones walkway from a screened porch. The pricing is very fair."
+181
Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
Free estimates
"Jose and his staff were fabulous and first class! They did a GREAT job! Answered all questions and concerns throughout the installation. Provided an excellent presentation prior to starting the job and included drawing that satisfied HOA’s measurement requirements. Showed up on time and finished in a timely manner."
Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"They did a competent and excellent job. They were very efficient, prompt and friendly. The door looks great and I was grateful for the needed repair to the hinge. Yes, I would hire them again."
+23
Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas
In business since 1990
Free estimates
"Great quality of work for price. Easy to get along with and professional."
Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great job. Needed wall installed in my garage. Showed with all the stuff they required. 8ish hours they were done and everything was cleaned up. Estimate for the job was only 100 hundred over quoted, which was still 200 hundred less than other bids."
Generally, general contractors charge between $50 and $150 hourly, though not every contractor charges by the hour. If charging based on the project, you can expect a markup of 10% to 20% of the construction cost. You can expect to pay between $300 and $500 daily if charged by the day.
General contractors are the ones that coordinate home construction projects. They are in charge of the day-to-day oversight of the subcontractors to ensure that the project is completed on time and to resolve problems as they arise. General contractors:
Complete pre-construction planning, both with the customer and crew
Provide realistic cost estimates
Develop construction timelines
Ensure deadlines are met
Acquire permits as needed
Purchase supplies and materials
Before hiring a general contractor for your home project, it’s a great idea to write down a list of questions to discuss with each prospect. Some example questions to get you started include:
Which types of insurance do you carry?
Can you provide a list of references?
What is the expected timeline for this project?
How will my project be supervised?
Will you hire subcontractors for the job?
What is the best way to communicate changes?
Will you obtain all of the required building permits?
While city and state laws vary on general contractor licensing requirements, hiring an unlicensed general contractor could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local general contractor guidelines for your area.
As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:
The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
Required to have applicable state and local licenses
Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review
Paying to advertise their services
Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi
Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
Yes, most general contractors require a down payment for project completion. A reasonable down payment for a contractor is 10% to 25% of the total project cost, though that will vary based on project size and location. The down payment helps cover the upfront costs of materials and permits and helps ensure payment for the project at hand.
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