ETL Construction

ETL Construction, led by Bill Kraeling, specializes in historic preservation work in Savannah. The firm performs historic kitchen renovation, historic porch renovation, and historic bathroom renovation.

The business operates Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with availability after hours by appointment. Reach them at (706) 310-0396 or visit the contact form at http://etlconstruction.com/contact.shtml.

General contractors in Georgia must hold a license from the State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors. The board issues two main residential license types—Residential Basic and Residential Light Commercial—as well as separate Commercial General Contractor licenses. Before hiring, verify that your contractor holds the appropriate license for your project scope.

You can verify a Georgia contractor's license using the Secretary of State's online portal (GOALS), which allows you to search by the contractor's name or license number. This free lookup confirms whether a license is active and in good standing. If you have a complaint about a contractor's work or conduct, you can file it with the Licensing Division of the State Licensing Board.

Georgia requires continuing education for renewal of Residential Basic and Residential Light Commercial licenses, tracked through CE Broker. All licenses expire June 30 each year; contractors can renew late from July 1 to August 15 if needed. Ask your contractor whether they hold the license type required for your project and whether they can provide their license number for verification.