Amsterdam General Contractors

Top Amsterdam General Contractors

Essentially Amsterdam Reader's Choice 2026

IBS Aannemersbedrijf B.V.

4.8★★★★★

(57 reviews)

Essentially Amsterdam Reader's Choice 2026

Osdorperweg 518D, 1067 SX Amsterdam

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IBS Aannemersbedrijf B.V. is an Amsterdam contractor handling building and renovation work.

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YSF bouw b.v. / construction company

5★★★★★

(26 reviews)

Essentially Amsterdam Reader's Choice 2026

Jarmuiden 27S, 1046 AC Amsterdam

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Contractor
Bathroom remodeler
Bathroom supply store
Construction company

YSF bouw b.v. in Amsterdam works across construction, contracting, bathroom remodeling and bathroom supplies. It is open Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm and is active on Facebook and Instagram.

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Zoofy

4★★★★★

(2950 reviews)

Wibautstraat 137H, 1097 DN Amsterdam

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Zoofy in Amsterdam connects customers with local tradespeople for home repair and renovation work.

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Werkspot

3.4★★★★★

(1033 reviews)

Herengracht 469, 1017 BS Amsterdam

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Werkspot in Amsterdam connects customers with tradespeople for renovation, maintenance and building work.

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Wouters Appliances B.V.

4.2★★★★★

(814 reviews)

Wezelkoog 3, 1822 BL Alkmaar

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Electronics store
Air conditioning contractor
Air conditioning repair service
Appliance store

Wouters Appliances B.V. is a busy Alkmaar business with 814 Google reviews and an active Facebook presence.

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Van Ibra Stukadoors en Schilders B.V.

4.9★★★★★

(557 reviews)

Osdorpplein 590, 1068 TB Amsterdam

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Van Ibra Stukadoors en Schilders B.V. in Amsterdam carries out plastering and painting work for homes and properties.

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De Prefabriek

4.9★★★★★

(353 reviews)

Scharenburg 5, 1046 BA Amsterdam

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De Prefabriek in Amsterdam works with prefab building solutions for construction projects.

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Theo Schilder Tweewielers Alkmaar

4.5★★★★★

(314 reviews)

Koedijkerstraat 31, 1823 CR Alkmaar

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Bicycle store

Theo Schilder Tweewielers Alkmaar is a bicycle shop in Alkmaar with an active Facebook presence.

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DeBetonboorder.nl

4.9★★★★★

(154 reviews)

Debbemeerstraat 19, 2131 HE Hoofddorp

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Bouwbedrijf

DeBetonboorder.nl is a Hoofddorp construction company focused on concrete drilling and related building work.

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Gebr. van der Hulst

4.9★★★★★

(154 reviews)

Rokerijweg 20, 1271 AH Huizen

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Gebr. van der Hulst is a building company in Huizen.

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Haarlemse Badkamer, renovatie en aannemersbedrijf

4.9★★★★★

(152 reviews)

Paul Krugerkade 25 A, 2021 BN Haarlem

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Haarlemse Badkamer, renovatie en aannemersbedrijf focuses on bathroom renovations and general contracting in Haarlem.

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Kas20 De Kwakel

4.5★★★★★

(152 reviews)

Noorddammerweg 35, unit 5, 1424 NW De Kwakel

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Home goods store
Furniture maker
Furniture store
Interior fitting contractor

Kas20 De Kwakel sells furniture and home goods, with custom furniture making and interior fitting. It also serves as a furniture store, and stays active on Facebook and Instagram.

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How to choose a general contractor in Amsterdam

Start with scope, not with a name: decide whether the job is a permit-free repair, a permit-requiring layout change, or a full renovation, since that decision shapes who you even need to call. For anything larger than a repair, run the plan through the municipality's Omgevingsloket permit check first — a contractor can advise on what a project needs, but the application itself is the homeowner's responsibility.

Ask every contractor for a fixed-price quote after they have seen the property in person, not an estimate over the phone. Material costs for imports and cabinetry have been rising, so a fixed price agreed early protects you from surprises mid-project.

If the work involves removing a load-bearing wall, adding steel beams, or any other structural change, ask who will provide the independent sign-off the Wet kwaliteitsborging voor het bouwen (Wkb) requires — this is separate from the contractor doing the building work. For smaller, non-structural jobs, our Amsterdam Handymen & Contractors listings cover that different scale of work.

Questions people ask

Do I need a permit for a renovation in Amsterdam?

It depends on the work: some projects need only a free notification, others need a permit, and some need both. Run your plans through the Omgevingsloket permit check to find out which applies, and check the planning rules for your specific address in Rules on the Map.

What does a permit cost and how long does it take?

A notification is free. A permit fee is based on total construction cost: 1.25% of the cost with a minimum of €100 for projects up to €75,000, calculated in cost brackets above that. The municipality usually decides within 8 weeks, up to 12 weeks if it needs advice from another organization, and up to 6 months for an extended procedure.

What does a full renovation cost in Amsterdam?

One industry source quotes total renovations as typically starting from around €1,000 per square metre, but that figure will vary with the scope and the property. Ask each contractor for a fixed-price quote based on a site survey rather than relying on a single benchmark number.

What is the Wkb and why does it matter for structural work?

The Wet kwaliteitsborging voor het bouwen requires an independent professional, engaged separately from your contractor, to sign off on structural building work. It applies once the Wkb is in full force for your type of project, so raise it with your contractor before work on load-bearing walls or beams begins.

Are there subsidies for making a renovation more energy efficient?

The ISDE scheme has expanded to include a ventilation bonus and premiums for sustainable, biobased insulation materials. Buyers adding recognized energy-saving measures can also use the Nationale Hypotheek Garantie (NHG), which in 2026 allows financing up to 106% of a property's post-renovation value on purchases up to €498,200.

Is it worth buying an older property to renovate rather than a finished one?

Properties with a lower energy label (E, F, or G) sell for less and let you design the layout from scratch, which is why full renovations of older Amsterdam housing stock are common. If you're weighing that route, our Amsterdam Real Estate Agents listings are the starting point for finding the property before you find the contractor.