LLC Formation for Construction Companies
Build projects, not paperwork. Form your construction LLC with Lovie — entity formation, EIN, registered agent, and compliance so you can focus on job sites.
You know job sites, you know how to run a crew, and you've watched other contractors do it for years thinking — I could run this better. Now you are. Lovie gets your construction business formed, your EIN sorted, and your registered agent handled — so you can pull permits, sign contracts, and get your first job on the books without losing a week to state paperwork.
You've built enough for others. Time to build your own.
You're building structures — why are you buried in formation paperwork?
The problem
- $500+ with Stripe Atlas — then $100/yr for registered agent after year one
- Weeks waiting for your EIN before you can get bonded, bid on contracts, or open a business account
- Attorney fees to set up the right liability structure for construction work and subcontractors
- Separate subscriptions for registered agent, mail forwarding, and compliance
- Missing state filing deadlines while you're managing job sites and crews
How Lovie solves it
- $20/mo — formation, EIN, registered agent, mail, and compliance included
- Lovie recommends the right entity structure for your contracting business and liability exposure
- Same-day filing so you can get bonded, pull permits, and start bidding
- Lovie tracks your state deadlines and keeps you in good standing automatically
- Convert from LLC to C-Corp when you're ready to scale or bring on investors — no extra cost
Lovie handles every step. Formation to compliance. No surprises.
Bid it. Build it. Your entity is ready.
- Job Site Speed
- Bid deadlines don't wait for attorneys. Lovie forms your entity same-day so you can get bonded, open trade credit, and submit bids without losing jobs to paperwork delays.
- One Price, No Change Orders
- $20/mo covers formation, registered agent, mail, compliance, and EIN. No surprise fees — unlike the attorney who billed extra for 'unforeseen complexity' on a basic LLC filing.
- Protection That Matches Your Risk
- Construction is one of the highest-liability industries in the country. Your LLC is the line between a job site incident and your personal savings. Lovie makes sure that line is properly in place.
Built for contractors who build projects, not fill out forms.
- Contract-Ready Without the Wait
- Tell Lovie about your construction business. It files your LLC, gets your EIN, and sets up your registered agent — so you can get bonded, pull permits, and start bidding on contracts.
- One Price, Zero Surprises
- $20/mo covers formation, state fees, registered agent, mail scanning, and EIN. No year-two registered agent upsell. No surprise compliance fees eating into your project margins.
- Job Site Liability Protection
- On-site accidents, property damage, subcontractor disputes — a proper LLC separates your personal assets from your construction business liabilities. Your home and savings stay protected.
- Scale From Solo to General Contractor
- Start as a sole contractor LLC. When you're ready to hire crews, manage subcontractors, or open additional offices, Lovie handles the entity restructuring — included in your plan.
- Multi-State Operations
- Working construction jobs across state lines? Lovie helps you form the right entity structure and understand when you need to register in additional states.
- Compliance That Doesn't Interrupt Job Sites
- Franchise taxes, annual reports, state filings — Lovie tracks every deadline and reminds you before anything is due. Focus on your crews, not government forms.
Questions about starting your construction company.
- Should my construction company be an LLC or a C-Corp?
- Most contractors start with an LLC — it gives you personal liability protection, pass-through taxation, and less administrative overhead. An LLC matters especially in construction, where job site accidents and property damage claims are real risks. If you plan to scale significantly or bring on investors, a C-Corp may make sense later. Lovie walks you through the tradeoffs.
- Why does a construction business need an LLC?
- Construction carries serious liability — on-site injuries, property damage, subcontractor disputes, and defective work claims. Without an LLC, a lawsuit could put your personal assets at risk — your home, truck, savings, everything. An LLC creates a legal boundary between your business and your personal finances.
- What does the $20/mo include for contractors?
- Everything: LLC or C-Corp formation, state filing fees, EIN registration, registered agent service, digital mail scanning, compliance guidance, and a real-time dashboard. No add-ons, no surprise fees. Cancel anytime.
- How do I get formed in time to start bidding on contracts?
- Lovie submits your filing the moment you approve it. Delaware typically processes within 1-3 business days, Wyoming often same-day. Once your LLC is formed and EIN is issued, you can get bonded, pull permits, and start bidding.
- Does Lovie handle contractor licensing and bonding?
- Lovie handles company formation, EIN, and state compliance filings. Contractor licensing and surety bonding are separate processes that vary by state and trade. Lovie gets your business entity set up so you can apply for your contractor's license and bond.
- I work across multiple states. Do I need to register in each one?
- If you're performing construction work in a state, you typically need to register your LLC there and may need a state contractor's license. Lovie can help with entity formation and explain when foreign qualification is needed. Licensing requirements vary by state.
- How do I protect myself when working with subcontractors?
- Your LLC provides a liability shield for your personal assets. Many contractors also require certificates of insurance from subs, use written subcontractor agreements, and carry general liability coverage. Lovie handles the entity formation; subcontractor management is part of your operations.
- Can I form separate LLCs for different types of construction work?
- Yes. Some contractors form separate LLCs for different trades or project types to isolate liability — for example, one LLC for residential work and another for commercial. Lovie can help you form multiple entities and think through the right structure.
Start your formation with Lovie — $20/month, everything included. Cancel anytime.