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*The HomeAdvisor rating for Contractor Service companies in Central Islip, NY is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Contractor Service needs.
Last update on June 23, 2025
Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1985
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"His work is impeccable and it's the best. He's dependable, he's reliable, trustworthy, honest and very nice. If I could give him 10 stars, I would give him 10 stars. Jeff was the best contractor that I've ever used in 37 years that I've lived in my house."
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Jose and his crew did an outstanding job on our extensive interior and exterior renovation, which included a new addition. The project covered everything from a new structural roof with shingles and skylights to new construction windows and doors, siding, a Trex deck, and fully renovated kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room. They also refinished a bedroom and installed beautiful hardwood floors. As with any large project, a few unexpected challenges came up, but Jose handled them with professionalism and kept everything moving forward smoothly. His craftsmanship is excellent, and he’s not only easy to work with but also patient and highly skilled at problem-solving. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire Jose again for future projects and highly recommend him to anyone looking for quality work and a reliable contractor."
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"If you like quality work with personable people, he is definitely the contractor to go with! His prices are very reasonable."
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Joe did a fantastic job rebuilding a closet in my brothers house. As well as building a new wall in my home. His work is high quality and his price is very reasonable by comparison to other contractors out there. Cleans up extremely well afterwards also. Highly recommend"
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 1989
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"After having used many contractors and have done many projects on my home I can honestly say Homecraft was the best company I have worked with. They built an extension with a master bath and I could not be happier, it came out great. The workmanship was superb and the workers so very considerate and they all treated my house as if it was their own. From help designing and picking out materials to the job itself what a pleasure. I highly recommend them."
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"It was a pleasure working with Handyman group! They surpassed our expectations in every category. From customer service to quality of work, Handyman group is top notch! Hector and his team are courteous and professional. A pleasure to work with!"
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"This contractor was prompt and on time, with a great attitude. His crew was efficient and clean, and completed the job on schedule. The pictures show unpainted wood because it needs time to sit out, but the contractor will be back to paint and do additional work in September. I would highly recommend them!"
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Project took a lot longer then expected. The quality of the work is top notch. So overall I'll take quality over speed any day. The workers are great and easy to work with. Any Sub-contractors that were used were also great and easy to work with. Both bathrooms Came out great!"
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Anthony did an excellent job completing my garage upgrade within budget. He was highly professional and knowledgeable, and the quality of his work exceeded my expectations. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for masonry or home improvement projects."
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1986
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Artie & Mike are simply the best. I used them to: 1) Build a LARGE extension to my house and redo my entire kitchen and dining room. The job was completed on time and on budget. Throughout the process Artie was transparent & professional. EVERY person who has stepped into my house has complimented at the detailed perfection. 3) Artie built us a custom walk in pantry 2) Built 2 large decks in the backyard as well as an outdoor shower. This project was completed on time, on budget while exceeding all expectations. If you are looking for a contractor and crew that is responsible, responsive, polite, creative and delivers the HIGHEST LEVEL of quality - Artie is the one."
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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
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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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