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Last update on October 30, 2025
Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Fantastic. Always here and made sure job was done right even when others tried to cut corners."
+72
Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas
In business since 1991
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"How good is Ed Chachere? It's hard to put in words the detail and meticulous nature of Ed and Elijah. Their work is as close to perfection as possible in a restoration of a home where lumber was cut to a different specification than you find today. They have repaired walls, floors, renovated bathrooms, resolved problems with old construction, and are in the final process of bringing the home back to it's original glory. Ed is proficient at working with other contractors and has been invaluable in his ability to coordinate efforts. Needless to say, not only has Ed done a fabulous job on the home's interior, but he has also saved our sanity during the process. Interior of the home is near completion and we are starting on outside."
Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Exactly as planned. Great communication, workmanship at a reasonable cost. David was easy to work with. No extras were necessary or requested. Post completion with no issues or complaints."
+32
Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"It went great, it’s like a whole new bathroom. They did such a wonderful job. They were very professional. When I plan on doing some work around the house I know who to call."
+66
Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Prian was very professional and worked with us well. Within days of the quote, they were at our house to fix our roof. "
Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas
In business since 1996
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Me Neil Masten was very professional and yet also very personable .It really was His goal to treat the customer like he would his own family. He is genuine and cares About the Customer.He really wants their end results to be exactly what they we’re hoping for. Or exceedingly better. I was very impressed with how quickly the windows were put in by Tommy and Greg and how they also were very professional and courteous. Tommy tooK time to make sure I knew how to operate the new windows. Neil came back and did a walk through and provided The most exciting News: my encasement windows Could be cleaned from inside the house and he personally cleaned a couple to show how easily it can de done!!!? I definitely would recommend Mr Neil Masten and company plus Barrier Windows . Already have to one Dear Friend. Oh yes, he came very highly recommended by My Brother.."
+37
Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Toujours homes was great to work with. They showed up on time every time. They completed the scope of work in a timely manner and went above and beyond to ensure the project was done to perfection. I will definitely be using them again in the future and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to do any home construction projects."
+29
Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
"Great overall experience. These guys were honest, communicative, and the work was exactly what I wanted. There were a few unforeseen hiccups like any project can have, but they didn’t miss a beat in reorganizing to get the job done. Definitely give them a call."
+3
Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas
In business since 2011
Free estimates
"Very professional and steady. I would definitely recommend them to anyone. They do it all."
+7
Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"MR. SANFORD EDWARDS JR IS A TRUE PROFESSIONAL WITH GREAT ATTENTION TO DETAILS!! MAKING CERTAIN THAT EVERY CUT IS PERFECT & EVERY PIECE FITS TOGETHER SEAMLESSLY. QUALITY OF WORK IS ?!! HONEST, ON TIME & CLEANS UP AFTER EVERY WORK SCHEDULE. MY HUSBAND & I WILL DEFINITELY BE CALLING MR SANFORD FOR ANY/ALL FUTURE CARPENTER WORK!! THANK YOU MR SANFORD EDWARDS JR."
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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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