Our annual ranking of top construction firms highlights the top companies in Portsmouth based on their project volume over the past year, with a focus on relevance. This compilation is derived from permit and contractor information sourced from city, county, and state building departments through our partners at BuildZoom. For further information regarding data accuracy, please consult the note at the end of this article.
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| Business | # Projects (’23) | Average Contract Value |
|---|---|---|
| Built With Integrity | 27 | $4K |
| Choice Builders of Virginia, Inc. | 15 | $4K |
| Ashdon Builders | 5 | $330K |
| B&G Home Improvement | 5 | $35K |
| Sanders Construction & Daughters | 4 | $36K |
Built With Integrity
Address:
1024 Bells Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Built With Integrity is a comprehensive construction and design firm offering a wide range of residential, commercial, and site development services—including everything from custom home builds and multi-family developments to renovations, additions, and specialty structures.
The City of Portsmouth Planning Department’s records provided The Home Builder Digest team with insight into past projects by Built With Integrity. In 2019, the company completed a residential alteration project that included garage modifications, valued at $34,440. More recently, in 2021, they undertook a new construction project involving a shed designed with a 16-door garage front.
Choice Builders of Virginia, Inc.
Address:
820 Greenbrier Cir, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Choice Builders of Virginia, Inc. is a trusted Hampton Roads contractor specializing in high-quality construction and remodeling services. With a skilled team committed to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, we transform homes and spaces throughout Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, and surrounding areas. From full renovations to exterior upgrades, we bring each client’s vision to life with excellence and care.
Data from the City of Portsmouth Planning Department was reviewed by the Home Builder Digest team to uncover past projects completed by Choice Builders of Virginia, Inc. In 2016, the company undertook a $95,000 new construction project for a single-family home that included a 305-square-foot garage. More recently, in 2024, Choice Builders completed a two-story single-family residence with a garage as part of another new construction project.
Ashdon Builders
Address:
321 Great Bridge Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Ashdon Builders is a family-owned home construction company with over 42 years of experience building new homes and communities across Hampton Roads. Founded by brothers Barry and Donnie Cross, the company blends generations of hands-on expertise and a deep commitment to craftsmanship, trust, and family values. With a legacy rooted in building not just houses but lasting relationships, Ashdon Builders continues to create homes that reflect each family’s unique lifestyle.
Data from the City of Portsmouth Planning Department was analyzed by the Home Builder Digest team to identify previous projects completed by Ashdon Builders. In 2012, they completed a $7,000 project involving the construction of a detached 17×20 garage. More recently, in 2024, Ashdon Builders undertook a $25,000 project to build a new single-family home with an attached garage.
B&G Home Improvement
Address:
2681 Production Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
B&G Home Improvement is an award-winning, family-rooted company offering comprehensive home repair and remodeling services—from carpentry and electrical to roofing, flooring, and water damage repair. With generations of craftsmanship and a deep commitment to quality, B&G is known for delivering durable, high-standard work backed by exceptional customer service. Recognized nationally with Nexxus Solutions Group’s prestigious Eagle Award, they continue to uphold a reputation for excellence in every project.
The City of Portsmouth Planning Department’s data was reviewed by the Home Builder Digest team to highlight past projects by B&G Home Improvement. In 2024, the company completed a $34,500 project adding an attached garage to the rear of a residence. Earlier, in 2020, B&G Home Improvement worked on a $14,764 garage rebuild project.
Sanders Construction & Daughters
Address:
344 Tuna Ln, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Sanders Construction & Daughters is a trusted general contractor with over 25 years of experience building, remodeling, and repairing residential and small commercial properties in the Richmond, Virginia area. Committed to superior workmanship and customer satisfaction, the company partners with skilled, professional subcontractors to deliver high-quality results. More than just builders, they’re dedicated professionals focused on helping clients achieve their construction goals.
The Home Builder Digest team reviewed records from the City of Portsmouth Planning Department to identify past projects by Sanders Construction & Daughters. In 2022, they completed a $150,000 addition that included a garage room built over both the existing garage and living space. Then, in 2025, the company worked on a $126,000 project adding a two-car garage to the front of a residence.
Note: The data used to compile this list may not be complete based on the availability of permit data – collecting and consolidating this data is a time-intensive and difficult task. It may not be complete in all areas due to jurisdictional reporting requirements and the availability of data. Job values and permit fees should be taken as estimates rather than exact values, based on the most complete permit and contractor data available. Additionally, number of projects and typical job size may be updated per contractor request.
The time period for the data used for this ranking was the past 365 days, plus an additional 45 days to account for the average timeline of a building permit. If you have any suggestions on the data or see any corrections that you’d like to give feedback on, please fill out this form. For more insights on construction data outside that are not directly related to contractors, there are other resources available as well.
