Updated: Jun 06, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
1483 Newport Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103
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Acheson Builders Construction
Acheson Builders, Inc, 1483 Newport Rd, Ann Arbor, MI (Owned by: Acheson, James K) holds a Renovation license and 10 other licenses according to the Environmental Protection Agency license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 107 ranks in the top 6% of 167,179 Michigan licensed contractors.
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Acheson Builders, Inc Contact Information
Phone Number: (734) 668-1940
Address: 1483 Newport Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Acheson Builders, Inc Ann Arbor
Quality
107
94th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Acheson Builders, Inc has a BuildZoom score of 107, which places them above 94% of 167,179 contractors in Michigan.
Activity
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8 projects
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2025 |
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5 projects
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2024 |
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6 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Acheson Builders, Inc has worked on at least
19.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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9 projects
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Home Additions |
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7 projects
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Kitchen remodels |
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5 projects
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Multi-room remodels |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Acheson Builders, Inc mostly works on
home addition
and kitchen remodel
projects.
Pricing
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1 project
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< $5k |
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3 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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2 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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6 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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9 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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1 project
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$250k-$500k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $87,101. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Acheson Builders, Inc
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
Kitchen/dining room renovation and one window replacement. no change to existing window header. no structural changes proposed: interior walls to be removed are non-bearing (roof is clear span trusses floor is slab on grade)
Valuation:
$86,038
Permit #:
BLDGR25-0282
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,163
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Second story bathroom addition over existing main level. structural work for main level kitchen & bathroom renovation. this permit accords with hdc23-0227. this is a second story addition so there is no soil impact and no increase of impervious area
Valuation:
$126,600
Permit #:
BLDGR25-1161
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,520
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
**transfer fees paid to bldgr24-0187 on 02/10/25 rf** two story residential addition on rear of home. main level: 343 sf added second level: 165 sf added net added sf: 508 total reference soil25-0014. this is a foundation only permit application. full building permit application will follow
Valuation:
$15,750
Permit #:
BLDGR25-0175
Status:
voided
Fee:
$413
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Construct new single family residence in same location as existing single family residence destroyed by fire. reference grading demolish and foundation only permits for same site already in process. existing utilities were capped temporarily and will be reconnected for new structure. see notes on grading demolish and foundation permit applications
Valuation:
$487,875
Permit #:
ELECR23-0070
Status:
final
Fee:
$305
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
**project description updated on 03/31/25 = two story addition and partial remodel of existing spaces per attached architectural drawing project valuation is $233 933** **fees paid transferred from bldgr25-0175 on 02/10/25 rf** foundation only permit application for residential two-story kitchen and bedroom addition. reference soil25-0014. existing sf: 1280 added sf: 545 total sf afte... see more
Valuation:
$233,933
Permit #:
BLDGR25-0187
Status:
final
Fee:
$2,218
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential single story addition on rear of existing single family home. we will demolish existing rear addition (recreation room and attached storage shed) - which is not to code and in state of disrepair. new addition will be bedroom and living space and utilize some of the previous addition footprint. building detached storage shed with crushed stone base to replace existing crumb... see more
Valuation:
$184,992
Permit #:
BLDGR22-3553
Status:
final
Fee:
$2,112
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
352 sf sunroom addition and repair existing deck. solarium enclosure by four seasons sunrooms of ann arbor. repair existing deck on south of addition. addition landing and steps on north of addition to code. reference separate soil permit application
Valuation:
$141,691
Permit #:
BLDGR24-1877
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,673
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Construct new single family residence in same location as existing single family residence destroyed by fire. reference grading demolish and foundation only permits for same site already in process. existing utilities were capped temporarily and will be reconnected for new structure. see notes on grading demolish and foundation permit applications
Valuation:
$487,875
Permit #:
BLDGR22-3620
Status:
final
Fee:
$5,202
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Electrical permit for primary suite/study addition and 1 generator. work associated with building addition reference bldgr24-0182 and mechr24-3201. this is a homeowner permit by james k acheson the property owner. **see elecr24-3903 for generator permit.**
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
ELECR24-3849
Status:
expired
Fee:
$84
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Gas piping (homeowner permit) for 1-furnace 1-water heater 1-dryer 1-generator. work associated with building addition reference bldgr24-0182. this is a homeowner permit by james k acheson the property owner. **see mechr24-3304 for generator permit.**
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
MECHR24-3201
Status:
expired
Fee:
$110
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New contractor for detached adu construction already begun under soil23-0097 and bldgr23-0935. no change to plans or scope of work from original permit
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
SOIL24-0241
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Demolish existing fire damaged home and building new residence per attached plans. soil type is morley loam 2-6% slopes. no grade changes proposed except very minimally as needed very close to new home footprint (slightly expanded from original) to meet existing grade after backfill. since we are expanding the home footprint only somewhat rather than building a new home we do not need... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
SOIL22-2175
Status:
expired
Fee:
$400
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Grading permit for residential single story addition on rear of existing home. we will demolish existing rear addition (recreation room and attached storage shed) - which is not to code and in state of disrepair. new addition will be bedroom and living space and utilize some of the previous addition footprint. building detached storage shed with crushed stone base to replace existing ... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
SOIL22-2193
Status:
expired
Fee:
$400
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Soil erosion permit for single story addition. no patio included. no grade changes proposed. net impervious added for addition: 286.5 sf. addition 5'x5'x3.5 drywell for stormwater management
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
SOIL25-0117
Status:
issued
Fee:
$370
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Kitchen renovation and replace 2 windows per the following: remove non-bearing wall between kitchen and dining room for expanded kitchen. no structural changes. new kitchen finishes including hardwood floor. replace two existing kitchen windows one same size one slightly smaller. no change to header sizes
Valuation:
$87,101
Permit #:
BLDGR23-2564
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,174
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
- replace approx 13'x24.5 wood deck same size and location as existing. - replace walkway on north of home with new of same size max 5% slope follow existing grade closely no grade changes proposed. - replace patio below deck with new same size as existing no grade changes proposed. - replace group of 3 living room windows on east of home with one sliding patio door. no change to exis... see more
Valuation:
$88,925
Permit #:
BLDGR23-1911
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,185
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove fire damaged home to rebuild in same location with future building permit. submitted document indicates location of existing and future house for reference only. no new construction to be part of this demolish permit application
Valuation:
$18,500
Permit #:
DEMO22-2054
Status:
expired
Fee:
$300
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Single story kitchen/dining room addition on crawl space. reference soil25-0117
Valuation:
$198,000
Permit #:
BLDGR25-1154
Status:
issued
Fee:
$2,254
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior remodel of master bathroom (no change to bearing walls). addition screen porch on existing concrete slab with full foundation & frost-protected footings
Valuation:
$127,990
Permit #:
BLDGR24-0966
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,530
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential kitchen and bedroom addition on rear (west) of home. no grade changes are planned. net impervious sf added is 152
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
SOIL25-0014
Status:
final
Fee:
$345
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Acheson Builders, Inc License info
Verified License
| License # | NAT-F191361-2 |
| Status | Active |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Renovation |
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License Not Verified
| License # | 2101044620 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Michigan |
| Type | Residential Builder Individual |
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License Not Verified
| License # | 2102105663 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Michigan |
| Type | Residential Builder Company |
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License Not Verified
| License # | 2102105663 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Michigan |
| Type | Residential Builder Company |
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License Not Verified
| License # | 2101044620 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Michigan |
| Type | Residential Builder Individual |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of May, 2026. Check the current license status of Acheson Builders, Inc with the Michigan Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs
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License Not Verified
| License # | 2101044620 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Michigan |
| Type | Builder - Individual |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of May, 2014. Check the current license status of Acheson Builders, Inc with the Michigan Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs
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License Not Verified
| License # | 2102105663 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Michigan |
| Type | Builder - Company |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of May, 2020. Check the current license status of Acheson Builders, Inc with the Michigan Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs
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Inactive License
| License # | NAT-F191361-1 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Renovation |
- According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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Inactive License
| License # | LIC-5353 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Ann Arbor |
| Type | Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | LIC-5354 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Ann Arbor |
| Type | Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | CONT-1947 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Ann Arbor |
| Type | Contractor |
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107
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Frankenmuth |
118
Permits
- Building permit records show that Acheson Builders, Inc has worked on 118 permitted projects.
Acheson Builders, Inc Employees
AK
Acheson, James K
Owner