Licensed · Bonded · Insured — always verify before you sign
Find licensed, bonded & insured general contractors for your build.

Find a licensed general contractor you can trust

Free matching for U.S. homeowners planning a new build, addition, or major project — including immigrant and non-native-English-speaking families. We connect you with licensed, bonded & insured general contractors near you.

Licensed general contractor reviewing blueprints at a residential build site
How it works

How matching works — 4 steps

Describe your project

Tell us what you're building — an addition, a new home, a structural fix — in your own words.

We match you

We connect you with licensed, bonded & insured general contractors who handle your kind of project in your area.

Compare quotes

Talk to a few contractors, compare their bids, and ask the right questions. We'll show you how.

You choose & verify

Pick the contractor that fits. Always confirm their license, bond, and insurance before you sign.

Why “licensed, bonded & insured” matters

  • A license means the contractor has met your state's requirements to do the work legally.
  • A bond protects you if the job isn't finished or doesn't meet code.
  • Insurance covers injuries or damage on your property so the cost doesn't fall on you.

Built for every language community

Buying a home or building in a second language is hard enough. Our guides are plain-language, and we can match you with contractors who serve your community.

What projects typically cost (honest ranges)

$25k–$125k
Home addition
$150k–$500k+
New home build
$40k–$200k
Whole-home renovation

Ranges are broad national estimates, not quotes. Your real cost depends on size, materials, location, and scope. Getting matched is the way to get a real number.

Start your match — free

Tell us a little about your project. No obligation.

Important: Mainstay Builders is a free matching service, not a general contractor and not a licensed building professional. We connect homeowners with independent contractors. Always verify each contractor's license, bond, and insurance, and confirm your contract terms before any work begins.