When do you need to hire a licensed contractor in South Carolina?

Contractors in South Carolina do not have to be licensed to do residential construction. Any commercial project with a cost of $5000 and up requires a licensed commercial contractor.

How important is contractor licensing in South Carolina?

Commercial contractors must be able to document 2 years of experience in the last 5 years within the specialty trade prior to taking a licensure exam.

Your liability risk when hiring a licensed contractor in South Carolina

Licensed commercial contractors in South Carolina must carry workers' compensation insurance, general liabiltiy insurance is not required. It is a good idea to always hire a contractor who has both general liability and workers' compensation insurance. Request current insurance certificates before any work begins.

How is the BuildZoom score calculated?

The BuildZoom score is based on a number of factors including the contractor's license status, insurance status, verified work history, standing with local consumer interest groups, verified reviews from other BuildZoom users and self-reported feedback from the contractor.

Why you should hire through BuildZoom

When it comes to major construction work or even minor alterations to your home, hiring the wrong contractor could result in incomplete or defective work. You may even find yourself dealing with huge liability claims. BuildZoom does the homework for you and helps you hire the right contractor.

You should get several bids before hiring a contractor

Before hiring a contractor in South Carolina, be sure to get at least 3 detailed bids. Quality contractors will take the time to explain their budget proposal, and help guide you through the estimate process. Be wary of an abnormally low bid, they are not worth the risk. These underpriced projects often do not end well for the homeowner, choose a contractor you trust and can clearly communicate with. BuildZoom has made the bid collection process extremely simple (and free). Just click here to get started.

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Early American

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Kenneth Bernard Canty

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Nelson Construction Company

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Notable project: (Bldg, alt: alteration. 5201-12 Mile Rd, Burlington, MI, 49029).

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John Wise Construction

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Seaco Renovations

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Notable project: (Remodel. 2331 Stevenson Dr, Charleston, SC, 29414).

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Charles Mungo

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Philip McClellan

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Harold Tyner Dev. Corp

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Reliable Remodeling and Repairs

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Charles W Weatherford

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Aimee E Bills

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Louis E Camblor

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John Matthew Smart

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Larry Cerny

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Barrie C. Ross Co

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Notable project: (Fence. 46 Pitt St, Charleston, SC, 29401).

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Olde South Builders LLC

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Titan Termite and Pest Control Inc

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Burnet Rourk

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Bill SAC

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9.0 Total projects

Notable project: (Building asfr: addition single family. 6 Full Sweep, Hilton Head Island, SC, 29928). Palmetto dunes - replace rear deck; addition 3 on front bedroom #2; addition 10 on rear bedroom (master); bathroom on left side of house - reconfiguring into two bathrooms; new flooring; bump out living room to sun room; new fireplace; update plumbing electrical & hvac***includes all mechs

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Skn Contracting Inc

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Ruscon Construction Co Inc of Sc

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Costa J Morrow

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Steelfab Inc of South Carolina

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Johnston Rebecca S

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29414

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Bathroom Remodel

Want to add a new bathroom in our FROG (Finished Room Over Garage). There is currently no water supply in the FROG, so hot and cold water lines need to be run from the garage (hot water heater) just below the FROG. Water lines need to be roughed in with shutoff valves. Hot and cold water lines would be needed for a standard 36” vanity/sink and a 4’x5’ modular shower. Cold water line only for a standard toilet. The size of the new bathroom would be approximately 8’x10’ at the far end of the FROG. The new bathroom contains an existing medium-sized window located about 2’ from the floor and measures approximately 32” wide x 5’ high. To prepare the 8’x10’ area of the FROG for the new bathroom, carpet will be removed, a ceiling fan will be removed, and 2 walls need to be built, one solid 8’ ...

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29407

Whole Home Remodel

We are under contract on this property and would like to do a walkthrough with your company to spec out our remodel. I have seen you signs in Byrnes down and really liked the work. There is an unfinished large attic space which we would want to add dormers, bathroom, and master bath with closet. Downstairs requires a new kitchen and slight modifications to staircase. My due diligence period ends on September 18th so we are hoping to do some initial scoping by that date.

$100-$250K

29407

Residential

Whole Home Remodel

Repair termite damage in sunroom and living room Possible refigure the layout of sunroom(turn windows into exterior doors) Add air vents- sunroom/frog New garage door Windows (10) Bring den up to level New ceiling beams in den with skylights Replace soffit, facia and gutters New roof New flooring throughout entire house Open kitchen to den New cabinetry for kitchen/large island Redo baths Finish stove vent/ vent bathroom fans

$5-$20K

29412

Residential

Home Addition

1,000 addition slabs on grade with kitchen, powder room and master bathroom. The city Permit is in hand. I will provide all the fixtures. I am available to speak regarding 1000 sf addition. If interested, please get in touch with me. Thank you!

29403

Residential

Old Bathroom Remodel

Its actually remodeling an old existing bathroom that has had plumbing and a tub placed but needs to do other things such as dry wall repairs, window replacement and vanity changeout. and floor. Please reach out if you can help. Thank you.

29403

Residential

Electrical and Roofing

1930s home will need insight into electrical and roofing. Potentially taking it down to the studs. If you are interested in this project, please reach out. Thank you!

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