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Finish the basement, open the kitchen, fix the roof: get matched with licensed Atlanta pros

Under the tree canopy and on the hills, Atlanta homes have their own quirks. Tell us your project once, and we'll connect you with up to 3 independent contractors who hold Georgia licenses for jobs over $2,500.

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  • Notes on City of Atlanta permits and tree rules
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How it works

One short request. Up to 3 local pros. You stay in control.

  1. Tell us about your project

    Answer a few quick questions about the job, your ZIP code and timing. It takes about a minute and costs nothing.

  2. We match up to 3 local pros

    We review your request and introduce you to independent Atlanta contractors who handle that type of work in your area.

  3. Compare and decide

    Get estimates, ask questions and check licenses and insurance. You hire directly, and you are never obligated to hire anyone.

Free for homeowners. Contractors may pay us for referrals. How we vet contractors and make money

Projects

Projects we can help with

All Atlanta services →
Finished basement with carpet, recessed lighting and painted walls
Basement FinishingDaylight basements, suites and waterproofing.Costs & local tips
Bright remodeled kitchen with white cabinets, a center island and stainless appliances
Kitchen RemodelingOpen layouts and full remodels.Costs & local tips
Modern bathroom with a glass walk-in shower, floating wood vanity and gray tile
Bathroom RemodelingPrimary baths and shower conversions.Costs & local tips
Roofer’s hands and boots on a residential roof while new asphalt shingles are nailed down
RoofingReplacements, storm and tree damage.Costs & local tips
Wood backyard deck with patio table, chairs and a grill overlooking a neighborhood
Decks & PorchesElevated decks, screened porches.Costs & local tips
Wood framing for a new home structure under construction on a sunny day
Home AdditionsPrimary suites, second stories, ADUs.Costs & local tips
Outdoor air-conditioning condenser beside a home with gray siding
HVACAC, heat pumps, furnaces.Costs & local tips
House exterior with new gray lap siding, white trim and a decorative lantern
SidingFiber cement and rot repair.Costs & local tips
Living room with large glass windows and doors letting in natural light
WindowsReplacement windows.Costs & local tips
Finished basement with carpet, recessed lighting and painted walls
Foundation & Crawl SpacesSettlement, crawl space repair, drainage.Costs & local tips
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Two-story home with gray lap siding, white windows and a white picket fence in the backyard

Atlanta homes: hills, trees and red clay

Rolling terrain gives many Atlanta-area homes daylight basements, which are prime space for finishing. The city's famous tree canopy shades roofs (and drops limbs on them), and the City of Atlanta requires a permit to remove regulated trees on private property: non-pines 6 inches or more in diameter, and pines 12 inches or more. Georgia red clay holds water, so grading, gutters and waterproofing matter.

Georgia licensing

Georgia requires a state residential or general contractor license when the value of the work or the contractor's compensation, whichever is higher, exceeds $2,500. Electrical, plumbing and conditioned-air contractors have separate state licenses. You can verify licenses through the Georgia Secretary of State.

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Planning ranges for Atlanta. See the full cost guide.

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Finish level

Planning estimate

$42,200 – $65,300

Rough planning range only — not a quote. Real bids depend on site conditions, permits, materials and the contractor.

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Coverage

Areas we serve

Local guides

Georgia contractor licensing: the $2,500 ruleWhen Georgia requires a residential or general contractor license, and how to verify one.Finishing a daylight basementSteps, costs and permits for finishing a daylight basement in Metro Atlanta.How Atlanta's tree ordinance affects projectsWhat Atlanta homeowners should know about tree permits before building.

Frequently asked questions

Are you a contractor?

No. Atlanta Home Upgrades is a free referral service. Contractors pay us for referrals, and you hire them directly.

Do I need a permit to finish a basement?

Yes. In the City of Atlanta and the surrounding counties, finishing a basement requires building, electrical and often plumbing permits.

Which areas do you serve?

Atlanta, Decatur, Sandy Springs, Marietta, Roswell, Alpharetta, Smyrna and nearby communities, depending on partner coverage.

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Tell us about your project in about a minute. We introduce you to up to 3 independent local pros. No cost, no obligation.

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