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>

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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>

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Levi Hartman did an excellent job on my project. He completed it on time and on budget. He is a very skilled carpenter does great work and a professional. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone
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Reviewed in February 2024
Nick has helped us with so many projects through the years. He was is our go to guy! What I love about working with Nick is that he is super knowledgeable in multiple trades. He’s done our bathrooms, our doors, a couple of concrete patios and a bunch of random repairs through the...
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Reviewed in July 2016
Randy Demere and his son did an exceptional job. They did the majority of the work themselves. When using a sub-contractor for the concrete and gutter work, Randy was always there to oversee the work being done and make sure that the sub-contractor was clear on the task to be done. Being a...
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Reviewed in January 2012
our experience with the owner, pete, was great. he was professional and he is a professional. it is obvious he really knows what he is talking about. there is no area of contracting that he doesnt know inside and out. pete also speaks several languages and easily communicated with his guys...
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Reviewed in November 2012
The minor drywall repair went quickly and is now not even noticeable. Most of the allotted time was spent on the recycle-the-fence-to-an-irrigation-cover project we worked on together. It was good teamwork as I did not have the skills to do it by myself and with his help to do the parts...
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Reviewed in November 2020
Our house was painted in three days. The painting crew professional, answered questions and was respectful in communicated issues when they came up.
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