Updated: Mar 12, 2026
Location and Projects
Headquarters Address
7500 ENERGY COURT, Curtis Bay Ml, MD, 21226
Local address
Buffalo, NY, 14203
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Ara Construction Corp
Established in 1987, Ara Construction Corp has served the Buffalo, NY region for over 35 years, evolving from supermarket fixturing and minor remodeling into a contractor experienced with projects up to 400,000 square feet. The company manages a broad range of commercial construction services, including rollouts, minor and major remodels, and large ground-up construction. Ara Construction’s portfolio includes projects for some of the world’s largest retail and distribution companies, and the firm is known for developing long-term client relationships—many partnerships have continued since its founding. Led by Chief Executive Officer John Shanahan, Ara Construction emphasizes a deep commitment to client needs and provides customized, cost-effective solutions for each project.
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Ara Construction Corp Contact Information
Phone Number: (443) 770-0800
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Ara Construction Corp BUFFALO
Quality
104
91st percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Ara Construction Corp has a BuildZoom score of 104, which places them above 91% of 77,888 contractors in New York.
Activity
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5 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Ara Construction Corp has worked on at least
5.0 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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3 projects
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Fences |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Ara Construction Corp mostly works on
fences
projects.
Pricing
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2 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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2 projects
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$250k-$500k |
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1 project
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$1mil+ |
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Building Permits by Ara Construction Corp
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
Renovation of existing warehouse. remove and replace existing docks interior walls doors and finishes. related structural mechanical and plumbing/sprinklers to be filed under subsequent applications. no change in use egress or occupancy
Valuation:
$1,500,000
Permit #:
Q00865843-I1-GC
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Alt-co to convert the existing warehouse use to a motor vehicle storage establishment use group 16c as per the plans filed herewith
Valuation:
$400,000
Permit #:
X00753596-I1-GC
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Reconstruction of existing warehouse. remove and replace exterior walls and existing docks. no change in use egress or occupancy
Valuation:
$300,000
Permit #:
Q00865843-S1-ST
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation of existing commercial space on floor 001 and 002. architectural work. there is to be no change of use occupancy or egress
Valuation:
$1,468,816
Permit #:
B00754619-I1-GC
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
General construction to include interior demo/build out and renovations (primrose) as per drawings filed herewith. no change in use egress or occupancy under this application
Valuation:
$589,040
Permit #:
M00545462-I1-GC
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Mechanical demolish and modifications (primrose) related to interior renovations as per drawings filed herewith. no change in use egress or occupancy under this application
Valuation:
$366,500
Permit #:
M00547096-I1-MS
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Replacement of existing windows at existing warehouse space. there is to be no change of use occupancy or egress
Valuation:
$206,635
Permit #:
B00716130-I1-GC
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation of existing commercial space on floor 001 and 002. mechanical work. there is to be no change of use occupancy or egress
Valuation:
$150,000
Permit #:
B00778222-I1-MS
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Mechanical work to install new unit heating system. no change in use egress or occupancy
Valuation:
$125,000
Permit #:
Q00865843-S2-MS
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Mechanical modification to inclued instalation of electric hot water heating system as per plans
Valuation:
$20,000
Permit #:
M08016219-I1-MS
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Installation of temporary construction fence as per plans filed herewith
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
X00799245-I1-FN
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Installation of temporary construction fence as per plans filed herewith
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
X00799251-I1-FN
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Site civil work for motor vehicle storage establishment use group 16c as per the plans filed herewith
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
X00757232-I1-GC
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Installation of temporary construction fence
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
Q00872252-I1-FN
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Registration of existing refrigeration unit filed under b00191930. no work to be done. requesting certificate of compliance
Valuation:
$100
Permit #:
B00428636-I1-MS
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Stop & shop; new exhaust fan and ductwork. no change in use egress occupancy zoning computation and/or square footage under this procert alter. type 2 application
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
Q00405559-I1-MS
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
220741348-01-DM
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Installation of chain link fence
Valuation:
$46,000
Permit #:
X00424828-I1-FN
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Installation of a 30ft curb cut
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
X00757305-I1-CC
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Installation of a 30ft curb cut
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
X00757296-I1-CC
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Ara Construction Corp License info
License Not Verified
| License # | 026268 |
| Status | Active |
| State | New York |
| Type | Superintendent Of Construction |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of February, 2026. Check the current license status of Ara Construction Corp with the New York City Department of Buildings
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License Not Verified
| License # | LTC11-552549 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Buffalo |
| Type | Ltc - Light Commercial Contractor |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of September, 2014. Check the current license status of Ara Construction Corp with the Buffalo Department of Permit and Inspection Services
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License Not Verified
| License # | 003592 |
| Status | Active |
| State | New York |
| Type | Gc Safety Registration, Gc Safety Registration, Gc Safety Registration |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of December, 2024. Check the current license status of Ara Construction Corp with the New York City Department of Buildings
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Inactive License
| License # | 024227 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | New York |
| Type | Superintendent Of Construction |
- According to the New York City Department of Buildings, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.
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Inactive License
| License # | 024274 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | New York |
| Type | Superintendent Of Construction |
- According to the New York City Department of Buildings, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.
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Inactive License
| License # | 024023 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | New York |
| Type | Superintendent Of Construction |
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Inactive License
| License # | 024273 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | New York |
| Type | Superintendent Of Construction |
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104
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Continental Casualty |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Nysif |
105
Permits
- Building permit records show that Ara Construction Corp has worked on 105 permitted projects.
Ara Construction Corp Employees
AC
Ara Construction Corp.
Owner
PM
Patrick Mulvihill
Owner