Lee Air Conditioning has served Durham since 1951 with NATE-certified technicians for residential and commercial HVAC repair, installation, and maintenance.
Riverbank Custom Homes builds new homes, renovations, and additions in Durham and Chapel Hill with real-time schedules, daily updates, photos, selections, and budget access.
custom new home construction
historic home additions that preserve original character
Dove Creek Contracting builds high-performance custom homes and large renovations in Durham, Chapel Hill, and Hillsborough with Buildertrend project scheduling.
Grau Building Company builds custom homes and handles whole-house renovations, with real-time budget updates and furnished temporary housing for clients.
Custom homes with individualized architectural styles and features
Whole-house renovations requiring down-to-the-studs or down-to-the-foundation work
Large-scale residential transformations involving additions, kitchens, or bathrooms
Pricing depends on the scope, materials, labor, site conditions, design requirements, and permits. Large commercial work is typically estimated through a detailed proposal rather than a standard service price.
What should I look for when choosing a construction company?
Match the contractor's documented specialty to the project: Skanska lists healthcare, aviation, infrastructure, data center, and multi-family construction, while Lee Air Conditioning focuses on HVAC work. Also confirm licensing, insurance, scope, schedule, and payment terms.
How long does construction usually take?
Turnaround varies substantially by project type: HVAC repairs may be completed during a service visit, while commercial buildings and infrastructure projects require planning, permitting, construction, and turnover over a much longer schedule.
When should I call for emergency service instead of routine construction work?
Call an HVAC service provider for urgent heating or air-conditioning failures. Skanska specifically lists small one-off repairs and emergency maintenance requiring immediate dispatch as situations it is not intended for.
Do construction and remodeling projects need permits in Durham?
Permit requirements depend on the project scope, property type, structural changes, and installed systems. Confirm the applicable requirements with Durham's permitting office and the contractor before work begins.