Updated: Dec 04, 2025
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8111 Old NC 86, Chapel Hill, NC, 27516
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Shipshape Crew Construction
Shipshape Crew, Inc, 8111 Old Nc, Chapel Hill, NC (Employees: Brad Alan Lessler and Lessler, Brad Alan) holds a Building license according to the North Carolina license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 84 does not rank in the top 50% of North Carolina contractors.
Their license was verified as active when we last checked. If you are thinking of hiring Shipshape Crew, Inc, we recommend double-checking their license status with the license board and using our project planner to get competitive quotes.
Shipshape Crew, Inc Services
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Custom Home Build
New Home Construction
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Multi-Room Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Basement Remodel
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Other Residential Remodel
Office Renovation
Restaurant Renovation
Retail Renovation
Other Commercial Renovation
Sheds and Outhouses
Mobile Homes
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Industrial New Construction
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Industrial Renovation
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Whole Home Remodel
Modular Home Construction
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Shipshape Crew, Inc Contact Information
Phone Number: (919) 260-6647
Address: 8111 Old NC 86, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Shipshape Crew, Inc Reviews
1 out of 5 stars, based on
1
review
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By Jamie M.August 21, 2021Remodel bedroom, kitchen, and all repairs that were in covered in the Home Inspection.$10,000
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
Recyclable materials permit - rmoc review approval
2023-04-10
Limited remodel to kitchen and exterior door location. electrical improvements. cabinet work. floor replacement
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
RM23-0842
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel first floor bathroom to provide barrier-free shower and wheelchair accessibility
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
CB23-1232
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Recyclable materials permit - rmoc review approval
2024-01-19
Reconfigure 2 adjoining bathrooms. addition 1 shower
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
RM24-0222
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel 2 existing bathrooms converting 1 half bathroom to a full bathroom
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
CB24-0035
Status:
complete
Fee:
$507
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Kitchem demo/remodel (bpme- 515sqft) **per contractor- mechanical rough in not needed**
Valuation:
$146,220
Permit #:
R-18-2008
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Commercial services
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel first floor bathroom to provide barrier-free shower and wheelchair accessibility
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
RM23-1372
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
2 story porch addition to rear of existing dwelling--extend electrical wiring; addition fixtures/outlets. no m/p work
Valuation:
$13,673
Permit #:
CB15-02061
Status:
complete
Fee:
$242
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Limited remodel to kitchen and exterior door location. electrical improvements. mechanical - install stove vent. cabinet work. floor replacement
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
CB23-0752
Status:
complete
Fee:
$437
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
$8,500
Permit #:
PR202000867
Status:
issued
Fee:
$135
Permit Type:
Residential alter...
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
$30,000
Permit #:
PRCP201404701
Status:
issued
Fee:
$200
Permit Type:
Residential alter...
Building Type:
N/A
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Shipshape Crew, Inc License info
Verified License
| License # | 71299 |
| Status | Active |
| State | North Carolina |
| Type | Building |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of December 2025.
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84
BuildZoom Score
7
Permits
- Building permit records show that Shipshape Crew, Inc has worked on 7 permitted projects.
Shipshape Crew, Inc Employees
BL
Brad Alan Lessler
LA
Lessler, Brad Alan
We had a terrible experience with this unprofessional owner and company. We made a counter offer on a house purchase based on the repair estimate given by Shipshape’s owner, Bred Lesser. We got the house, the work from shipshape began. They were so disorganized and could not follow through on scheduled production dates or be professional in their communication skills or work. Ultimately, we voiced our concerns over their lack of follow through and workers not showing up when scheduled and instead of apologize and turn around the sinking ship, they decided to ghost us and abandon the incomplete job because their feelings got hurt over us questioning the lack of follow through. It completely ruined our relationship with them, as we planned on throwing them tons of business with each upcoming house purchase.
We have bought 2 more houses since this horrible event with Brad Lesser, who is unfortunately a low-brow and lazy contractor. Our experiences with two other GC and real estate teams (in different State’s) has been great, proving the problem really was Lesser and his totally disorganized and unprofessional company. Please check all reviews thoroughly online before hiring. This owner has his family members and friends writing dishonest 5 star reviews. Best of luck.