If you searched wright brothers construction Sterling CO and got a mess of results, here is the short answer: two unrelated companies use the Wright Brothers name in construction, one in Colorado and one in Tennessee, and neither is based in Sterling. That single naming overlap is why directory pages, out-of-state profiles, and review listings all crowd the same search. Below is who is who, plus the Sterling permitting detail that decides whether an out-of-town bid is even buildable.
Is There a Wright Brothers Construction in Sterling, CO?
Public records do not show a Wright Brothers Construction physically located in Sterling, Colorado.
Here is how the two real companies compare.
| Wright Brothers Construction & Design Services | Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc. | |
|---|---|---|
| Base | Denver metro / Pine, CO | Charleston, Tennessee |
| Work type | Residential remodeling and additions | Heavy civil, highway, site work |
| Founded | 2004 | 1961 |
| Active area | Colorado Front Range | Southeast U.S. |
Wright Brothers Construction & Design Services (Denver Metro, Colorado)
This is the Colorado business. The company describes itself as family owned and operated since 2004, specializing in residential construction and remodeling , and its stated work covers basements, kitchens, bathrooms, and full room additions .
Company profiles list it as a family-owned residential contractor based in Denver , and its Better Business Bureau profile lists the business in Pine, CO, with Jordon Wright as owner and Camron Wright as a member . It also cites five Angie's List super service awards for basement remodeling in the Denver market .
Every one of those markers points to the Front Range, not the Eastern Plains.
Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc. (Charleston, Tennessee)
This is a far larger heavy-civil contractor. Based in Charleston, Tennessee, it was founded in 1961 by brothers James and Robert Wright, and performs site preparation, grading, excavating, highway and heavy construction . Its current projects are in Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, and North Carolina , and it employs around 700 people in peak season .
If you want a bathroom remodeled in Logan County, this is not the company you meant to find.
The Sterling Code Detail Most Out of Town Bidders Miss
This is the part almost no directory listing will tell you, and it is the reason a Front Range bid can be wrong before work starts.
Sterling and unincorporated Logan County are on different code editions.
| Jurisdiction | Adopted code | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City of Sterling |
2018 ICC International Building Codes
|
Plumbing and electrical permits are filed through the State of Colorado
| Unincorporated Logan County |
2006 IBC, IRC, IMC, IECC, and Fuel Gas Code
|
Permit required for construction, remodeling, or change of use
|
A twelve-year gap between adopted editions changes real line items: energy code compliance, bracing, egress details, and inspection expectations. A contractor who quotes your address on the wrong edition either over-builds or gets red-tagged.
Two more local specifics worth knowing:
Sterling charges a 4% city use tax on construction and building materials in addition to the permit fee .
Logan County requires commercial plans to carry a Colorado engineer stamp , and no permit is needed for structures 120 square feet or smaller .
On our own northeast Colorado jobs, the first question we settle is city limits versus unincorporated county, because that answer sets the code edition, the inspector, and the use tax before we price a single sheet of drywall. See how that plays out on completed work on our projects page.
Planning a remodel in Sterling and want the code check done before the budget? Get a free estimate.
How to Vet a Construction Company in Sterling, CO
Whether you hire a Front Range firm willing to travel or a builder based closer to home, the screening is the same. Three checks remove most of the risk.
Check Local Licensing, Not State Licensing
Colorado does not issue a statewide general contractor license. Only electrical and plumbing are licensed at the state level, through the Colorado Division of Professions and Occupations, and if you hire an electrical or plumbing contractor, that contractor is responsible for pulling the required permits .
General contractor licensing happens city by city and county by county.
So a "licensed contractor" in Colorado is licensed somewhere specific. Sterling runs its own program: city contractor licenses vary in cost and must be renewed yearly . Confirm current standing directly with the City of Sterling Public Works permits and licenses office or, for rural addresses, the Logan County Planning, Zoning and Building Department.
Ask for four things, then verify each at the source:
- License number and issuing jurisdiction
- Current general liability certificate
- Workers' compensation coverage
- Who is pulling the permit
Confirm the Service Area and Travel Fees in Writing
Settle coverage before you schedule a walkthrough.
One call does it: "Do you take projects inside Sterling city limits, and do you charge travel or mobilization for Logan County?"
If travel costs apply, they belong in the written bid as a line item, not as a surprise on invoice three.
Watch the schedule too. Logan County is less than two hours from both Denver and Fort Collins , which is far enough that crews often work compressed weeks. That can stretch a six-week project noticeably.
Ask for Logan County References and Permit Numbers
References only help if they are relevant. A glowing review of a Highlands Ranch basement says little about performance two hours from the shop.
Ask for two or three completed projects in or near Logan County with permit numbers attached. Permits are public record and they prove the work was inspected.
Also confirm who calls in inspections. In Sterling, a building inspection is requested through the Public Works Department at least one-half day before it is needed , which matters when a crew is driving in from the Front Range.
If a contractor resists pulling permits, or suggests you pull them as the homeowner, treat it as a serious warning sign. It shifts code liability onto you.
What Sterling Homeowners Are Usually Trying to Find
When the brand-name search dead-ends, the real need is almost always one of these:
- A verified phone number for a company someone recommended
- Proof of licensing and insurance before a deposit
- A general contractor that actually covers Logan County
- Complaint history from a neutral source
- A rough budget for a basement finish, full home remodel, addition, or roof replacement
Licensing gets verified through the issuing jurisdiction. Budgets come from multiple written bids, never from a ballpark figure online.
When a Contractor Won't Cover Logan County
If the company you had in mind won't travel, a few of your alternatives are better than a long-distance hire anyway.
Start with contractors that publish Sterling or Logan County as a named service area rather than burying it in a regional list. Our Sterling, CO service page shows exactly what we cover here.
Scope matters as well. Roofing, siding, and repair work has a deeper local bench than structural additions or a bathroom remodel with moved plumbing.
Then ask local suppliers. Lumberyards, plumbing supply houses, and rental counters in Sterling know which crews buy materials consistently and which ones carry outstanding accounts. That is unfiltered intelligence no review platform gives you.
Timing helps too. Agricultural and commercial work drives a real share of plains demand, so residential availability swings with the season. If you are weighing an addition instead of a move, our guide to ADU construction in Fort Morgan walks through a similar Eastern Plains permitting path.
One last note on the original search. If someone recommended Wright Brothers Construction to you, ask them where the crew came from and what the project was. That question usually resolves which company was meant, and whether the recommendation applies to your job at all.
FAQ
Is Wright Brothers Construction located in Sterling, CO?
No. Public records do not show a Wright Brothers Construction based in Sterling. The Colorado company by that name is listed in Pine, CO and works the Denver metro area, while the larger Wright Brothers Construction Company is based in Charleston, Tennessee . Confirm service area directly before assuming Logan County coverage.
Who owns Wright Brothers Construction & Design Services?
Its Better Business Bureau profile lists Jordon Wright as owner and president and Camron Wright as a member.
The company describes itself as family owned and operated since 2004.
Does Colorado license general contractors at the state level?
No. Colorado does not issue a statewide general contractor, HVAC, or mechanical license. Electrical and plumbing are state licensed, and everything else is licensed by the city or county where the work happens.
Do I need a permit to remodel a house in Sterling, CO?
Usually yes. Inside city limits, permits run through Sterling Public Works, and plumbing and electrical permits are filed through the State of Colorado with state inspectors . For addresses in unincorporated Logan County, a county permit is required for construction, reconstruction, alteration, remodeling, or change of use .
Which building code applies to my Sterling project?
It depends on the address. The City of Sterling has adopted the 2018 ICC International Building Codes , while unincorporated Logan County enforces the 2006 IBC, IRC, IMC, IECC, and Fuel Gas Code . Confirm which jurisdiction you are in before finalizing plans.
How far is Sterling from Denver?
Logan County reports being less than two hours from both Denver and Fort Collins , with Sterling roughly 125 miles northeast of Denver. That drive is why many Denver remodelers either decline Logan County work or add mobilization charges.
What should I ask before hiring a contractor in Sterling, CO?
Ask for the license number and issuing jurisdiction, current general liability and workers' compensation certificates, two or three Logan County references with permit numbers, a written scope with travel fees itemized, and a payment schedule tied to completed milestones instead of a large upfront deposit.
Do small buildings need permits here?
Sterling exempts storage sheds unless they exceed 120 square feet , and Logan County requires no permit for structures 120 square feet or smaller . Anything larger needs a permit in both.
Talk to a Builder Who Works Here
Eldorado Builds LLC handles residential construction, additions, roofing, and remodels across northeast Colorado, including Sterling and Logan County. You can see our full service list on the Eldorado Builds homepage or contact our team for a written scope with permit fees and travel costs itemized.
Prepared by the Eldorado Builds LLC estimating and project management team, licensed and insured builders working Logan, Morgan, and Adams counties. Questions about your address, code edition, or permit path: reach us through our contact page.
