Updated: May 03, 2025
Location and Projects
Address
400 Rose Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15235
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Russell General Contracting
Russell General Contracting, LLC is a minority owned and operated contracting company in Pittsburgh, PA. We are quickly expanding in and around the Pittsburgh area with a range of projects ranging from residential kitchen and bathroom rehabilitation, complete home renovations, to light commercial and retail space design.
Montae and Alexis Russell, the husband and wife duo responsible for Russell General Contracting, LLC, possess not only the architectural and design know how, but the carpentry and contracting expertise you will need to create a space that best suits your needs, within your budget.
We are registered, licensed, and insured and ready to offer design and consultation services to help you visualize your space. We will provide you with accurate and honest estimates regarding the scope and cost of the work to be done. We are thrilled to be part of the team that will help you create the space that you dream of!
From BuildZoom:
Their BuildZoom score of 105 ranks in the top 8% of 125,106 Pennsylvania licensed contractors.
If you are thinking of hiring Russell General Contracting, we recommend double-checking their license status with the license board and using our project planner to get competitive quotes.
Russell General Contracting Services
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Custom Home Build
New Home Construction
Medium Multi-Family New Con...
Other Residential New Const...
Multi-Room Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Basement Remodel
Medium Multi-Family Remodel...
Other Residential Remodel
Office Renovation
Restaurant Renovation
Retail Renovation
Other Commercial Renovation
Roofing
Hardwood Flooring
Carpets
Laminate Flooring
Other Flooring
Painting
Framing
Wood Fences
Other Carpentry
Backsplash and Countertops
Stonework
Tile Flooring
Other Stone and Tile
Drywall
Interior Plaster
Brick and Blockwork
Other Masonry
Foundations
Other Concrete
Demolition
Paving, Driveways, and Side...
Russell General Contracting Contact Information
Phone Number: (215) 880-1214
Address: 400 Rose Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Russell General Contracting Pittsburgh
Quality
105
92nd percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Russell General Contracting has a BuildZoom score of 105, which places them above 92% of 125,106 contractors in Pennsylvania.
Activity
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1 project
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2025 |
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1 project
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Russell General Contracting has worked on at least
2.0 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.
Pricing
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2 projects
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< $5k |
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Russell General Contracting Reviews
5 out of 5 stars, based on
1
review
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AnonymousFebruary 3, 2017bathroom and kitchen remodel
Building Permits by Russell General Contracting
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
Ez permit standards alterations - for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes any modifications to exterior walls party walls floor/ro... see more
Valuation:
$4,900
Permit #:
1057410
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Ez interior non-l...
Building Type:
N/A
Electric: rewire kitchen and powder room storage area
Valuation:
$2,500
Permit #:
R-2025-1000
Status:
filed
Fee:
$55
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Existing two (2) family dwelling. no changes to existing layout or building footprint. cosmetic renovations and interior repairs will be completed including installation of 40-50 sheets of laminated drywall over existing lathe and plaster and installation of interior doors
Valuation:
$60,000
Permit #:
1048747
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Level 2 alterations to an existing building to convert (1)one family dwelling into a (2)two family dwelling alterations to include: erection of 1 new partition wall (non load bearing) to create hallways installation of 2 apartment doors installation of 2 new closets installation of drywall for fire rated membrane to separate dwelling units repair to porch roof leak (sealing only) appl... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
989651
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances-install heater and air conditioning unit- for the installation if new ductwork registers/grilles/diffusers and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
988489
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Make safe permit- for repair/replacement of roof as per engineer report to resolve case 715845. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6ft in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case 715845.in accordance with code bulletin pm-180... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
1034390
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Make safe plan. the porch will not b replaced. installationof th starbolts in the front wall. keep the temporarily walls bracing throughout the repair work
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
1044284
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For level ii alterations to an existing building on the third floor level for use as a business occupancy alterations to include the erection of partition walls provide finishes and furnishings throughout. building is fully sprinklered. separate permits required for mechanical electrical plumbing and fire supression work
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
861988
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
For mechanical alterations to existing space to include new registers/diffusers with associated ductwork as per approved plans
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
881699
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Install 3 hot air heating units with safety switches on the condenser replacement of 3 units. ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation of new ductwork registers/grilles/diffusers and warm-air appliances as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
836921
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
For interior demolition of an interior space and for the renovation of said space. no change in occupancy. this work activity shall be performed by contractors and sub-contractors licensed by the city of philadelphia. this building and space are fully sprinklered
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
513005
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Ez permit stadard alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
600751
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
500 square feet of interior alterations - single family dwelling - applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standard for interior alterations dated feb. 2007. deviations from this standard will result in the revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties. licensed contractor to be listed on permit separate permits required for plumbing electri... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
547355
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
For the erection of a rear addition to an existing semi-detached structure for use as a single family dwelling. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other work
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
738280
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Permit to sheetrock ceilings at first and second floor levels and contruct fire rated stairtower as per plans. work is classified as a level one renovation per chapter 4 of the 2009 iebc. affidavit of restricted use (for vacant third floor) must be filed with the department of licenses and inspections prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy. certificate of occupancy part of this... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
446760
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Ez permit decks- 1st fl rear deck above garage for exiting one family dwelling as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
886146
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Permit to legalize work performed.all work performed has been evaluated and approved by engineer.engineer report has been submitted
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
729455
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Scope of work to include replacement of lintels with accessory removal and replacement of brick veneer as per approved plans
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
546453
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior renovations - painting and drywall over existing walls.level 1 alterations only in existing 2 family dwelling
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
543365
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove and replace with like in kind material(front porch) to comply unsafe violation 212894
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
782423
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Russell General Contracting License info
License Not Verified
| HIC # | PA024319 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Business Type | Limited Liability Company (Llc) |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of July, 2025. Check the current license status of Russell General Contracting with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General
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License Not Verified
| HIC # | PA119640 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Type | Home Improvement, Renovations, General Contracting |
| Business Type | Limited Liability Company (Llc) |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of September, 2017. Check the current license status of Russell General Contracting with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General
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Inactive License
| HIC # | PA119640 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Business Type | Limited Liability Company (Llc) |
- According to the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
Check this license's status for Russell General Contracting at the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General.
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105
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Grange Insurance |
| Insured up to | $2,000,000 |
28
Permits
- Building permit records show that Russell General Contracting has worked on 28 permitted projects.
Russell General Contracting Employees
AR
Alexis Russell
MR
Montae D. Russell
I strongly recommend Russell General Contracting. My bathroom needed an entire remodel. They were extremely professional and knowledgeable on their recommendations as to what I should do. They kept me on budget and I got a beautiful new bathroom. They were clean and organized. They did such a great job I had them do my kitchen and again beautiful work. I definitely and have already recommended them to do remodeling/renovations work to many others.