What does a general contractor do?

<div>General contractors are the ones that coordinate home construction projects. They are in charge of the day-to-day oversight of the subcontractors to ensure that the project is completed on time and to resolve problems as they arise. General contractors:<ul><li>Complete pre-construction planning, both with the customer and crew</li><li>Provide realistic cost estimates</li><li>Develop construction timelines</li><li>Ensure deadlines are met</li><li>Acquire permits as needed</li><li>Purchase supplies and materials</li></ul></div>

What questions should I ask a general contractor?

<div>Before hiring a general contractor for your home project, it’s a great idea to write down a list of questions to discuss with each prospect. Some example questions to get you started include:<ul><li>Which types of insurance do you carry?</li><li>Can you provide a list of references?</li><li>What is the expected timeline for this project?</li><li>How will my project be supervised?</li><li>Will you hire subcontractors for the job?</li><li>What is the best way to communicate changes?</li><li>Will you obtain all of the required building permits?</li></ul></div>

Should general contractors be certified or licensed?

<div>While city and state laws vary on general contractor licensing requirements, hiring an unlicensed general contractor could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. Be sure to check our <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">state licensing tool</a> to review the local general contractor guidelines for your area.As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: <ul><li>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</li><li>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</li><li>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</li><li>Paying to advertise their services</li><li>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</li></ul>Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</div>

Get matched with top contractors in Northport, AL

Q: How much do general contractors typically charge?

<div>Generally, general contractors charge between $50 and $150 hourly, though not every contractor charges by the hour. If charging based on the project, you can expect a markup of 10% to 20% of the construction cost. You can expect to pay between $300 and $500 daily if charged by the day. </div>

There are 1 highly-rated local contractors.

Need a pro for your contractor service project in Northport, AL?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Handyman for Multiple Small Project Service

4.5

(188)

Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes Repair or Replace

Verified Reviews for Contractor Service pros in Northport, AL

*The Angi rating for Contractor Service companies in Northport, AL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Contractor Service needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Contractor Service companies in Northport, AL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Contractor Service needs.

Last update on July 01, 2025

Reviewed in March 2014
The project went well. The carpenters were very skilled . The brick had to be removed by hand instead of a saw, then the windows had to be framed properly, glass applied, and inside and outside details replaced. There is wainscoting on the inside and he did a beautiful job reworking it.
Champion Windows and Home Exteriors of Birmingham
Request a quote
Reviewed in October 2012
Pefffer Construction has done work for me on several project over the past 10 years. They have remodeled a bed room and bath room along with adding a large closet and computer room. they have remodeled another bedroom for me. They constructed a 1400 sq ft. master suite addition that included a...
Peffer Construction
Request a quote
Reviewed in August 2011
Wayne had done an addition to our house 6 years earlier and had added a underground Tornado Shelter with a master bedroom above it. We were in it when the tornado of April 15, 2011 hit our house. During the tornado of April 15, 2011 our home was damaged by trees and limbs hitting the house....
Peffer Construction
Request a quote
Reviewed in August 2014
Mr. Peffer is very conscientious and tried to foresee and prepare for any issues that might arise during the project so there would not be any surprises. He kept me informed throughout the project and was always available to answer any questions. I am very pleased with the work performed and...
Peffer Construction
Request a quote
Reviewed in January 2018
Our home is beautiful. Wayne and his crew did an excellent job, and we could not be more pleased. We enjoyed working with Wayne and trust him completely. He kept us well informed and guided us through the process with useful and often cost saving suggestions.
Peffer Construction
Request a quote

Get matched with top contractors in Northport, AL

There are 1 highly-rated local contractors.

Verified Reviews for Contractor Service pros in Northport, AL

Contractors in Northport

FAQs for contractor service projects in Northport, AL

Find contractors near Northport, AL

Related projects

Top cities

Homeowner services

For service pros

Resources

About us

Get our Angi-powered app