Carpenter

Carpenters are the wood masters of a building project, with some specializing in niches like framework, cabinetmaking, or finishes like crown molding. Oftentimes general contractors double as carpenters, as most reno projects involve a fair bit of wood.

Drywall

Drywall is what actually makes up a typical wall in a house (it’s usually made of gypsum), and there are subcontractors who specialize in its installation.

Painter

After your walls go up, you’ll need a painter to get some color on them! Though some homeowners opt to do this step themselves.

Landscapers

Your yard needs a little love too—hire a landscaping contractor to help you plant new greenery or mulch your flowerbeds.

Floor Laying

If you’re opting for something other than tile work on your floors, you’ll want to consult a floor laying contractor, who can help you with everything from carpet to hardwood to vinyl.

Excavator

If you’re building your house from scratch, or tacking on a new addition, you’ll have to work with an excavator to work on clearing the earth from your land in preparation for laying a foundation.

Tile Setting

Have a tile setting contractor install everything from mosaics backsplashes in your kitchen to terrazzo or marble-tile floors.

Concrete Specialist

Whether you’re interested in using concrete as a decorative element in your house (say, with concrete flooring or concrete countertops) or need a solid concrete foundation, you’ll want to tap into the expertise of a concrete contractor to make sure the job is done right.

Roofer

Roofing might not be the first thing to come to mind during a home reno, chances are, you’ll need to replace your roof at some point if you’re a homeowner. Your general contractor will hire a roofer for the job. Some roofers can also help you with your gutters.