National Contractors, LLC has voluntarily filed for bankruptcy amid rising costs and strict trade policies. The East Syracuse, New York-based commercial construction contractor has more than $1 million in liabilities, as per the filing.
The company has made a Chapter 11 filing to readjust its finances under court guidance. The filing shows the company will continue operations as usual while the bankruptcy proceedings move forward.
National Contractors, LLC Files for Chapter 11
As per the latest case details available on PACER, the company made its voluntary filing on April 3, 2026. Filing details state that the proceedings are taking place in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of New York.
Attorney Jeffrey A. Dove of Barclay Damon LLP is legally representing the company in court.
National Contractors, LLC’s bankruptcy filing reflects the tough state of construction-based businesses in the country. According to the New York Post, over 700 businesses entered bankruptcy last year, marking a 14% spike from 2024. This included a large number of construction firms, which were impacted by cost pressures, tight credit conditions, and strict trade policies.
A combination of these factors, along with the ongoing war situation, appears to have accelerated the import prices on construction materials and affected global supply chains. Facing rising costs and supply shortages, U.S. construction companies are increasingly turning to bankruptcy protection.
Filings Made and Upcoming Deadlines
According to PacerMonitor, the company submitted its Chapter 11 petition under Subchapter V. The 5-page petition was filed for a fee of $1,738. Key details are given below:
- Filing Date: April 3, 2026
- Court and Jurisdiction: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of New York
- Type of Filing: Active, Voluntary Petition, Subchapter V
- Chapter: 11
- Case Number: 5:26-bk-30260
- Estimated Assets: $100,001 to $500,000
- Estimated Liabilities: $1,000,001-$10 million
- Reason for Filing: Restructure business under court supervision
As of now, the company has between one and 49 creditors, the petition notes. It adds that the company submitted a list of creditors who have the 20 largest unsecured claims and are not insiders.
The documents submitted by National Contractors, LLC were a corporate ownership statement, a list of equity security holders, a statement of financial affairs, and a disclosure of compensation of the attorney. Schedules A/B, C, D, E/F, G, and H were also submitted.
The case records on Pacermonitor add that National Contractors, LLC has a deadline of April 10 to submit a small business balance sheet, small business cash flow statement, and small business statement of operations.
The creditors’ last day to file proofs of claim is June 12, 2026. Its Chapter 11 Plan Small Business Subchapter V is due by July 2, 2026.
Company Background
According to the LinkedIn page of National Contractors, LLC, the company offers services related to commercial construction, which include retail, grocery stores, and malls. It is also expanding its offerings to churches and consulting businesses.
National Contractors, LLC’s bankruptcy filing shows that financial strain continues in the construction industry. The company’s future is expected to depend on the decisions of the court following the several hearings lined up in the coming days.
