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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Reviewed in February 2014
I was very happy with their service. The project manager was professional and handled all of the work excellently. I thought the price was great as well.
Multi Construction Services
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Reviewed in March 2021
It went very well! They were very kind and professional and got the job done when they said they would. They communicated everything with me before the job was complete. Would use them again for another project.
Pro Home Improvement
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Reviewed in January 2019
Entire job took about 3 months, but result is fantastic. Dave, Matt, and the whole crew at Motor City Builders are great to deal with. I recommend you contact them about your next building or remodeling project.
Motor City Builders
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Reviewed in September 2013
We did not choose MotorCity Builders to do our addition due to cost. Our addition was a small one (10x21), and Dave subcontracts a lot of the work out. Unfortunately, this made the cost a little high due to the small amount of various jobs needed on the addition. If the addition had been bigger,...
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Reviewed in October 2016
We were very impressed with the work ethic of all the crews David sent to us. Carpenters arrived before daylight and worked steadily all day. Workers were polite and considerate and just a pleasure to have around, often going above and beyond what was required. We felt comfortable leaving the...
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Reviewed in November 2017
The job was done in a timely manner as weather caused some unavoidable delays. I am very pleased with the quality of the work and the steps taken to correct this from happening again. Mike Waterman was the contractor who headed this project and who I had most communication with. He was a...
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Reviewed in December 2018
Motor City helped us transform a lake front cottage into a family home. 900 Sqft of addition were added to the existing home. ~75% of the existing structure was demolished and rebuilt. The job required a lot of ingenuity and creativity. Dave and his crew helped us from the design phase through...
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Reviewed in April 2022
I am writing to recommend Brian Dinse and his company Dinse Contracting for construction services with future prospective clients. I have had the pleasure of working directly with Brian and several members of his team. The scope of work for this project involved the removal of a structural wall,...
Dinse Contracting LLC
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Reviewed in September 2020
We hired Brian and his team to remodel our outdated Master Bath and couldn't be more pleased. It is important to know that we were specifically looking for a contractor that we could trust as we are not local and needed the confidence that the work would be done perfectly without our day to day...
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Reviewed in March 2017
My journey with Dinse Contracting, LLC over the last several months Bega with Angie’s List. In 2016, I purchased an 1800 square foot, 1977 frame ranch-style house which I wanted to remodel. To find a contractor, I went to Angie’s List, and after reading 50+ positive reviews of his company, I...
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Tobias Home Transformation

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Brandon's Home Services

1295 Louis Avenue

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Brandon's Home Services. We ensure your satisfaction and will stay until the job is completed. We take pride in delivering high-quality work along with exceptional customer service. Explore our services and contact us today to schedule your free same day estimate!

"Very good. Friendly and professional. Will definitely call him again."

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Parkers Handyman Service

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Parkers Handyman Service

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Clean-cut, family-oriented father of 3 with 30 years of experience and knowledge in most trades of construction and installation. I take pride in my work and go above and beyond to make all my jobs look great and with great satisfaction to my customers.

"Chris fixed the balance on my windows super fast and it was quality work. He is very professional and punctual!"

Mercedes A on June 2023

"Chris fixed the balance on my windows super fast and it was quality work. He is very professional and punctual!"

Mercedes A on June 2023

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Level 5 Drywall and Carpentry

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Level 5 Drywall and Carpentry

7210 Bluewater Drive

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Free estimates, 31 years experience. Fast, clean, and professional service. We specialize in drywall instillation, repair, finished basements, custom framing to your specifications, acoustical ceilings, water damage, insurance work, doors, trim, and hardware

"Loved these guys, excellent work and were very easy to work with even when we had conflicting schedules. A + work and would recommend"

Derek A on February 2023

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FAQs for contractor service projects in Lapeer, MI

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.

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:

Complete pre-construction planning, both with the customer and crew
Provide realistic cost estimates
Develop construction timelines
Ensure deadlines are met
Acquire permits as needed
Purchase supplies and materials

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:

Which types of insurance do you carry?
Can you provide a list of references?
What is the expected timeline for this project?
How will my project be supervised?
Will you hire subcontractors for the job?
What is the best way to communicate changes?
Will you obtain all of the required building permits?

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 state licensing tool 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:

The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
Required to have applicable state and local licenses
Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review
Paying to advertise their services
Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi

Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.

Yes, most general contractors require a down payment for project completion. A reasonable down payment for a contractor is 10% to 25% of the total project cost, though that will vary based on project size and location. The down payment helps cover the upfront costs of materials and permits and helps ensure payment for the project at hand.

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