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 March 2025
They did a great job repairing some 2X4's that had to be removed from a previous job. They were very easy to work with, showed up on time, and completed the job efficiently. The price was also reasonable. It was a small job but too much for a general handyman due to the 2x4's were support beams....
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Reviewed in September 2024
I hired Yianni through a mutual friend, he built me a large laundry room in my basement. The job required creative plumbing, new electrical, and sink drain pumps to push the water up towards my main drain. He was constantly in communication with me about moving forward on the project, the scope,...
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Reviewed in December 2023
Mr. Thomas responded very quickly to my service request. He is a highly experienced professional who identified the optimal approach for repairs my (95-year-old) house needed and provided an outstanding result.
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Reviewed in January 2013
Called them. Rep came right away to give a quotation. Then a few days of miscommunication with the office -- the only snag in the whole process. They ripped out the damaged drywall; I washed the area with bleach to kill mold. They came back to replace the drywall. While there, I asked them...
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Reviewed in October 2012
This is one amazing company! I have spent many months with these guys and they have been nothing but wonderful. The work they have performed was exceptional. Spenser, Kevin, Justin and all the rest who have worked on my home have done an exceptional job. I had water damage throughout my home...
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Reviewed in September 2016
The work was excellent. Demo, cleanup, and installation went perfectly. I will definitely consider hiring them again. Pricing was also very reasonable.
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Reviewed in March 2014
I can't say enough good things about Multi Drywall! From the Project Manager to the front office to all of the professionals who did the demolition, carpentry and painting - everyone was professional, courteous, prompt and did high quality work! We originally went with a company who we thought...
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Reviewed in August 2013
The framers were top notch. The drywallers came out and did a phenomenal job. This is an amazing company. They come out and quote the job fairly and are not condescending. I want the women out there to know that this is a company they can trust and rely on to not take advantage of them.
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Reviewed in May 2015
Couldn't be more pleased. John also was able to provide helpful advice at the time of the initial estimate and his team was very flexible about accommodating their schedules to those of the other sub-contractors. Crew members always arrived on time and did an amazing job of cleaning-up at the...
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Reviewed in February 2016
Great professional Experience from Sales person "Joe" to the person ( Bill) who did the Job . Great Carpenter, very detail oriented and did an excellent job. Joe was very prompt in returning phone calls and they are fair. I am planning to hire them again for 2 next big jobs I have planned
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Bath and kitchen remodeling I did the job 20 years. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"They did a great job. The cleanliness was perfect. They were on time."

anmar H on December 2022

"They did a great job. The cleanliness was perfect. They were on time."

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Licensed and insured carpenter and general contractor with over 60 years' experience within our core team. All work is quality assured and comes with a guarantee. Remodeling your home, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and trim carpentry are what we are passionate about, but anything you can dream up, we will build for you! Our company is newly formed, but brings the family's best crew back together in one operation, at last. All estimates are free and carry no obligation.

"I was ecstatic with the work done by morpho carpentry!! They stuck to their quote. . . got the work done quickly and professionally and were a joy to work with! I highly recommend them to anyone!"

Jane W on May 2024

"I was ecstatic with the work done by morpho carpentry!! They stuck to their quote. . . got the work done quickly and professionally and were a joy to work with! I highly recommend them to anyone!"

Jane W on May 2024

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We are an Advanced carpentry business. We provide all rough carpentry needs, we do new construction, additions, porches, and gazebos as well as garages. Labor and material can be quoted out.

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We specialize in ceramic tile, bathroom remodels, kitchens, plumbing, electrical, doors and handyman work as well, we are reliable fast and efficient, been in the business for 12 years with references and photos.

I'm an Ann Arbor-based carpenter who specializes in small remodels, built-ins, decking, and fencing. I also offer handyman services for those times when you need a little help with something big or small. I do everything from framing to finish carpentry, working with clients to help them design the spaces they want. I'm owner-operated, so you can always reach me directly if you have any questions or concerns about your project. I look forward to working with you!

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43287 W Seven Mile Rd

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We, at Quality Cabinet Wholesale & Remodeling, managed to provide high quality Cabinets at low prices. Please call/text us or email us on to give us the the chance to serve you. We do full kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling. We do have all your kitchen supplying needs: Cabinets, Hardware, Appliances, Plumbing, Electrical. We also do Assembly, Installation, Counter-top, Tiles, Back-splash, Flooring, ... and more at affordable prices.

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FAQs for contractor service projects in Newport, 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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