Building homes,
New Orleans, and legacy.
A licensed New Orleans general contractor based in Metairie and serving Greater New Orleans since 2012. Custom homes, whole-home renovations, historic work, commercial construction and FORTIFIED™ roofing — every project on a written scope, budget and schedule.
Built on integrity since 2012.
Angel Duran and CJ Carr have been building in Greater New Orleans as licensed residential and commercial contractors since 2012 — first as DuCar Real Estate Investment and, since 2015, as DuCar Construction LLC. What began as a two-person operation has grown into one of Greater New Orleans’ most trusted names in residential, commercial, roofing and investment construction — with more than 200 completed projects across New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner and beyond.
We build custom homes and full renovations, hurricane-rated FORTIFIED™ roofs, commercial spaces, and investment property construction, delivered through our dedicated practice, Investment Property Builders. Every project is signed, licensed, warrantied, and built to current South Louisiana code — including base flood elevation where it’s required.
What sets us apart is how we run a project. Angel leads construction; CJ leads the client side. That means you get craftsmanship and a clear view of scope, budget and schedule — from the first walkthrough to the final punch list.
No surprises is not a slogan. Everything is in writing, built with discipline, and backed by warranty. Se habla español.
Credentials that protect you.
Licensed & Insured
Louisiana RES 883334 · COMM 63084. Builder’s Risk and Workers’ Compensation coverage on every project.
BBB A+ Rated
An A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and a 5.0-star reputation across 58 reviews.
FORTIFIED™ Contractor
Certified to build to the IBHS FORTIFIED Roof™ standard — a designation that may reduce the hurricane portion of your premium.
Historic & Local
Hands-on experience under the Vieux Carré Commission in the French Quarter. Metairie based, serving Greater New Orleans.
Meet the founders.
Angel Duran
Angel leads the build — from custom homes and renovations to FORTIFIED™ roofing built for South Louisiana weather. Fourteen years and 200+ projects, one standard: done right the first time.
CJ Carr
CJ helps clients understand the real numbers behind every project — scope, budget and schedule — before they sign anything. Clear answers, in writing.
Ready to start your project?
Tell us about your build and we’ll walk you through it — clearly, and in writing.