Contractors in
Grand Prairie, TX

The typical (median) home was built in 1992, close to the Texas median of 1992. 31% of homes were built before 1980 and 10% before 1960; 17% were built in 2010 or later. The median value of an owner-occupied home is $295,500. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates.

95 contractor listings are in Grand Prairie, TX. The trades with the most listings are cleaners (42), carpenters (18), home builders (11).

In the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area in May 2025, median hourly wages were $49.79 for construction managers, $23.44 for carpenters, $15.22 for maids and housekeeping cleaners, $28.37 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 Grand Prairie is 67°F; summer afternoons average 94°F and winter nights 38°F. It gets about 37 inches of precipitation a year, including about 1 inches of snow. There are about 26 nights a year at or below freezing and about 95 days at 90°F or hotter. It has real heating and cooling seasons: about 2,207 heating and 2,798 cooling degree days a year. Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Kitchen remodels in Grand Prairie typically range from $20,000 to $65,000. Grand Prairie's median home value is $295,500. Get multiple quotes to compare pricing for your specific project scope.

Most renovations in Grand Prairie 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 Grand Prairie, a bathroom remodel typically takes 3-6 weeks and a kitchen renovation takes 6-10 weeks. Full home renovations in Grand Prairie 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 Grand Prairie, 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 Grand Prairie 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.