Contractors in
Galveston, TX

The typical (median) home was built in 1973, 19 years older than the Texas median of 1992. 61% of homes were built before 1980 and 32% before 1960; 11% were built in 2010 or later. The median value of an owner-occupied home is $326,000. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates.

70 contractor listings are in Galveston, TX. The trades with the most listings are cleaners (29), home builders (11), plumbers (11).

In the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area in May 2025, median hourly wages were $49.78 for construction managers, $23.88 for carpenters, $14.30 for maids and housekeeping cleaners, $28.45 for electricians. These are workers' wages, not contractor prices, which also cover insurance, overhead and profit. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

The average temperature in Galveston is 71°F; summer afternoons average 89°F and winter nights 50°F. It gets about 51 inches of precipitation a year. There are about 1 nights a year at or below freezing and about 45 days at 90°F or hotter. It is a cooling-dominated climate: about 3,310 cooling degree days a year against 1,010 heating degree days. Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Kitchen remodels in Galveston typically range from $20,000 to $65,000. Galveston's median home value is $326,000. Get multiple quotes to compare pricing for your specific project scope.

Most renovations in Galveston require permits for structural, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work. Contact the local building department for specific requirements. Your contractor should manage the permit process.

In Galveston, a bathroom remodel typically takes 3-6 weeks and a kitchen renovation takes 6-10 weeks. Full home renovations in Galveston can take 4-10 months. Permit processing adds 2-6 weeks to your timeline. Busy contractors often book 2-6 months in advance during peak season (spring through fall), so plan accordingly.

Local contractors serving Galveston, TX. Compare listings, check local housing and licensing information, and request quotes with escrow payment protection. In-demand trades include general contractors for renovations, kitchen and bathroom specialists, and roofers, electricians, and HVAC technicians.

Before hiring a Galveston contractor, verify their Texas state license through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) for electrical and HVAC work, and the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE) for plumbing and confirm adequate insurance coverage (No state-mandated minimum for general liability, but most reputable contractors carry $500,000–$1M. Workers' compensation is NOT required by state law, but contractors without it must provide a certificate of non-coverage. Homeowners should be aware that if a contractor's employee is injured on their property and the contractor lacks workers' comp, the homeowner could be liable.). Always get at least three quotes, check customer reviews, and ensure everything is documented in a written contract before work begins. On Ratedeed, homeowners can review license details and request direct estimates from local contractors.