General Contractor in New Orleans, LA

Your New Orleans General Contractor

Looking for a general contractor in New Orleans, LA? Cajun Home Services provides comprehensive residential construction services throughout Orleans Parish. From the raised Creole cottages of the Marigny to the grand mansions along St. Charles Avenue, we understand the unique construction demands of America's most architecturally distinctive city.

As a licensed Louisiana contractor (#889646), we're authorized to perform residential construction work including roofing, remodeling, home additions, structural repairs, and new construction. Our team carries full general liability and workers' compensation insurance, protecting you from liability during your project.

New Orleans is unlike anywhere else—and so is building here. The city's unique soil conditions, high water table, and subtropical humidity demand contractors who truly understand the local environment. Whether you're restoring a Victorian in the Garden District, updating a Mid-City bungalow, or building new in Algiers Point, we bring the expertise and respect for New Orleans' character that your project deserves.

Our bathroom remodeling team handles everything from historic Creole cottage bath updates to modern Garden District master suites, with waterproofing and ventilation built to last in New Orleans humidity. On the building envelope, our exterior renovation services cover siding, trim, soffit, and fascia work, James Hardie installation, and exterior carpentry repairs — critical on raised shotguns, double-galleries, and the wood-trim-heavy facades that define neighborhoods like the Marigny, Mid-City, and Uptown. For investors and property managers turning rentals or prepping homes for sale across Orleans Parish, our make-ready services handle the full punch-list — paint, flooring, plumbing and electrical corrections — under one licensed contract.

After hurricanes and severe weather, our licensed storm-damage roof repair team manages emergency tarping, insurance documentation, and full restoration from a single point of accountability — not the storm-chaser model that disappears once the deposit clears. When settlement cracks, sloped floors, or sticking doors appear on Mid-City bungalows or Uptown raised homes, we diagnose the cause through our licensed foundation repair services before recommending piers or releveling.

New Orleans' Architectural Heritage

Every New Orleans neighborhood has its own architectural character and construction challenges. Our experience spans the full range of the city's housing stock:

• French Quarter & Marigny: Historic Creole townhouses and cottages with brick construction, slate roofs, and preservation requirements under HDLC oversight
• Garden District & Uptown: Grand Victorian and Greek Revival mansions featuring ornate millwork, multiple roof types, and period-specific restoration needs
• Mid-City & Gentilly: Early 20th century bungalows and Craftsman homes with pier foundations, original wood siding, and aging mechanical systems
• Lakeview: Post-Katrina elevated construction, modern builds, and ongoing flood mitigation requirements
• Algiers Point: Historic West Bank Victorian homes with unique preservation character and waterfront considerations

Building Challenges Unique to New Orleans

New Orleans construction presents challenges found nowhere else. Our team has the local expertise to address:

• Historic preservation: HDLC compliance, period-appropriate materials, and restoration techniques for designated properties
• Flood zone construction: Elevated foundations, flood-resistant materials, and current FEMA requirements
• Termite damage: Formosan termite pressure is among the highest in the nation—we diagnose and repair structural damage
• Foundation issues: Settlement, shifting soils, and pier foundation repair common in older neighborhoods
• Hurricane preparedness: Wind-resistant roofing, impact windows, and storm-damage repair for wind-driven losses

Historic Restoration Expertise

Many New Orleans homes are located in historic districts with specific preservation requirements. Our team understands the HDLC approval process and works with property owners to navigate permit requirements while achieving their renovation goals. We've completed projects in the French Quarter, Garden District, Marigny, and other designated historic areas.

Historic restoration requires specialized knowledge—matching existing millwork profiles, sourcing period-appropriate materials, and using techniques that honor the original craftsmanship. We approach these projects with the respect they deserve while ensuring modern safety and efficiency standards.

What Sets Us Apart in Orleans Parish

Unlike storm-chasers who appear after hurricanes and disappear with deposits, Cajun Home Services is a permanent member of the Greater New Orleans construction community. Our four non-negotiable commitments:

1. We honor our schedules — When we commit to a start date, we show up
2. Same-day communication — We return calls the same day
3. We finish what we start — No abandoned projects or endless delays
4. We make it right — If there's an issue, we address it immediately