Arentz General Contracting

Arentz General Contracting offers Design-Build construction services for commercial and light industrial projects in the Greater Savannah area. The company has over 30 years of experience and operates as a single point of contact for the entire process, from site planning and development through zoning and building permit approvals to turnkey construction. This approach eliminates the need for owners to coordinate separately with designers and builders.

The company handles site plan and development, zoning and building permit approvals, preliminary plans and budget costs, working construction plans and specifications, and metal building construction. As a Star Building Dealer, Arentz General Contracting performs the full scope of work in-house, managing design and construction simultaneously to save time and reduce cost. The business is open Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.

Georgia licenses general contractors through the State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors. Before hiring, verify the contractor's license status through the Georgia Secretary of State's online portal (GOALS), where you can search by the contractor's name or license number. This ensures the business holds current licensure.

General contractors in Georgia must renew their licenses by June 30 each year; late renewals are accepted through August 15. When you call a contractor, ask whether they hold a Commercial General Contractor license or a Residential license (Residential Basic or Residential Light Commercial), as the scope and requirements differ. Confirm that any license held is current and active in the GOALS system.

Most projects in Savannah require site plans, zoning approvals, and building permits. Ask your contractor how they handle these steps—some contractors coordinate with architects and the city; others manage the full process in-house. Understanding who bears responsibility for permits and inspections prevents delays and cost surprises.