Top Construction Trades in Raleigh
Most active construction trades in Raleigh, NC ranked by permit activity and project value. These rankings show which specialized trades are in highest demand, from electrical and plumbing to HVAC and roofing. Identify hot specialties and find contractors in growing trades.
hvac
84 active contractors in this trade
Total Permits
146
Total Value
$12,894,689
Avg Project
$88,320
renovation
78 active contractors in this trade
Total Permits
141
Total Value
$12,713,080
Avg Project
$90,164
residential
30 active contractors in this trade
Total Permits
50
Total Value
$24,757,570
Avg Project
$495,151
foundation
24 active contractors in this trade
Total Permits
45
Total Value
$9,263,681
Avg Project
$205,860
addition
26 active contractors in this trade
Total Permits
33
Total Value
$3,393,446
Avg Project
$102,832
electrical
17 active contractors in this trade
Total Permits
24
Total Value
$1,916,588
Avg Project
$79,858
demolition
14 active contractors in this trade
Total Permits
23
Total Value
$13,674,230
Avg Project
$594,532
framing
11 active contractors in this trade
Total Permits
19
Total Value
$1,463,918
Avg Project
$77,048
plumbing
17 active contractors in this trade
Total Permits
19
Total Value
$1,657,389
Avg Project
$87,231
new_construction
12 active contractors in this trade
Total Permits
16
Total Value
$26,619,345
Avg Project
$1,663,709
roofing
12 active contractors in this trade
Total Permits
12
Total Value
$975,963
Avg Project
$81,330
commercial
9 active contractors in this trade
Total Permits
11
Total Value
$1,780,506
Avg Project
$161,864
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