Local Family-Owned and Operated General Contracting Company

From turnkey commercial construction projects to home remodeling, we do it all. You can count on our expertise for all aspects of your project, including design-build, estimates, and project management.

Who We Are

Established in 1998, ARW Contracting, Inc. is family owned and operated. As a commercial and residential general contractor serving the greater Richmond Tri-City area, you can count on us for hard work, excellent quality, and attention to detail on all our projects. While our focus is mainly on commercial construction, we also perform select residential renovations and additions. Please see our services page for more information.

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Commercial Construction

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Residential Construction

Science Museum Project

Worked with engineer and owner to renovate existing restrooms in the basement and first floor to include all new finishes and system upgrades. All work was done in accordance with local and state codes.

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Featured Project

Client Testimonials

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ARW is typically the first company that comes to my mind when a new project hits my desk, especially projects that do not need to be formally bid, or emergency projects of any size that need to be addressed immediately.

I have always been able to count on the knowledge and experience of the team at ARW to come through with accurate estimates, polite, rapid, and all around good experiences with the local Building Department for permitting, and project completion dates that land either on or before expected the date, but it is not just the cost and efficiency, ARW has always provided good solid quality work. I have always felt that ARW takes my emergencies, and makes them their emergencies, and to have a go-to place like that is valuable to me.

-Lloyd Schieldge

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★★★★★

We have had ARW Contracting here to do multiple projects, from remodeling kitchen/dining rooms to building a detached garage, and every possible other work we needed done. Their professionalism and project management skills are superb and it was always very easy to communicate with all of the staff for scheduling and advice. I would not hesitate to refer them to any businesses or friends because they truly are dedicated to do the job with excellent results.

-Kristoffer Von Ow

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★★★★★

The guys at ARW were very professional and did a great job! Would recommend them for any of your general contracting needs!

-Crossroads Trailer

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★★★★★

Dewberry has worked with ARW Contracting on several projects in the Richmond area. Their professionalism and project management skills are outstanding, making them a great contractor to work with.

- D Hudson.
Dewberry Inc
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We are always pleased to have ARW Contracting awarded any VCU projects because we know that their work is always excellent and they take great pride in the finish product. During my time here at VCU, ARW has completed some very complicated, important projects without a hitch and within the budget. We wish ARW well and hope they have another 20 years or more of success.

- L Walters
Director of University Renovations VCU
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ARW Contracting has performed contract work for the City of Richmond through the special Capital Projects Group. The projects entailed the complete renovation of a fire station and the upfit and renovations of a former animal shelter nthat was converted into office spaces for the CIty Inspectors. Both of these projects were completed to the satisfaction of the City and end users.

We would not hesitate to contract with this firm on any future projects where their capabilities are suited to the needs of the City. It was a pleasure working with all of the staff. They are professional and dedicated to providing the services and the end result expected.

- L Good, Sr.
Project Manager City of Richmond
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I have had the pleasure to have had ARW as an integral team member on numerous projects, large and small since 2009 and can honestly say that each has been a pleasurable experience. As a Project Manager for a City school system, ARW made me look great after project, they were consistently on time and within budget, and more times than I care to remember, right there to help me out in an emergency.

- L Schieldge
Project Manager Chesterfield Country Public Schools
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This office has had the privilege of working with ARW Contracting, Inc. (ARW) on multiple projects over the past 10 years. Throughout the course of the construction on each projects, ARW employees displayed a high level of professionalism., experience, dedication and commitment to quality. On each project, ARW did an outstanding job of cultivating a teamwork oriented atmosphere. They worked proactively with the Design Team and Owner to find solutions to problems that arose during construction. In addition, ARW Contracting, Inc. overcame numerous challenges during the renovation projects and handled each issue with ease and understanding. Each project was successful, in large part to ARW's commitment to the project.

I highly recommend ARW Contracting as a General Contractor and look forward to the opportunity to work with them again. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or to further discuss our experience with ARW Contracting, Inc.

- J Rowland
Boynton Rosthschild Rowland Architects
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ARW has done a multitude of projects for me. The quality of their work is the best. Extremely professional and organized. They plan the project in detail; have the materials they need and start and complete the project when they say they will. Totally awesome company. Its a mistake to use anyone else.

- Eugenia G.

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★★★★★

ARW is a family owned Commercial General Contractor… they are a pleasure to work with, all of the lead folks are professional and knowledgeable. They complete work on time and on budget, if changes occur, they are fair and track all costs.

- Larry W.

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★★★★★

"I want to take the time to say I am enjoying my new porch that ARW did for me. The work was of the utmost best workmanship.. The men were a great group of men. They were very professional and friendly. I would recommend them for whatever job you want done, I know I will."

-Betty Frazier

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"ARW Contracting, Inc. recently completed an extensive façade replacement and repair project at John Marshall H.S. The ARW Team completed the challenging project on schedule. What I would like to highlight is the clear communication, responsiveness, and team approach in finding solutions to challenges during the project with a can-do attitude. Their understanding of what challenges the owner team faces and willingness to help is truly what elevates my experience with ARW Contracting, Inc. Thank you again for the successful project and look forward to future projects with the ARW Team."

- Jon Balasa