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>

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>

Do general contractors require a down payment for projects?

<div>Yes, most general contractors require a down payment for project completion. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-reasonable-down-payment-contractor.htm">A reasonable down payment for a contractor</a> 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. </div>

Top 10 Best Contractors in Wayzata, MN

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

50 local quotes requested

We offer quality and affordable carpentry services.

"Excellent!!! Rick came out, bid the job, and did the job on the same day. A had a couple of crescent shaped windows needing inside trim work. Finished like a true professional! This guy knows what he’s doing. Very happy customer!😊 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"

Susan J on June 2025

We offer quality and affordable carpentry services.

"Excellent!!! Rick came out, bid the job, and did the job on the same day. A had a couple of crescent shaped windows needing inside trim work. Finished like a true professional! This guy knows what he’s doing. Very happy customer!😊 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"

Susan J on June 2025

JTS Carpentry & Remodeling

JTS Carpentry & Remodeling

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

194 local quotes requested

At JTS Carpentry, we specialize in creating finely crafted interior spaces that elevate the overall design and aesthetic of residential and commercial projects. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for woodworking, we take pride in delivering custom woodwork, intricate moldings, elegant cabinetry, and other bespoke carpentry solutions that enhance the beauty and functionality of any space.

"Everything went great. Jordan was very professional and attentive. highly recommend him."

Jesse S on November 2023

At JTS Carpentry, we specialize in creating finely crafted interior spaces that elevate the overall design and aesthetic of residential and commercial projects. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for woodworking, we take pride in delivering custom woodwork, intricate moldings, elegant cabinetry, and other bespoke carpentry solutions that enhance the beauty and functionality of any space.

"Everything went great. Jordan was very professional and attentive. highly recommend him."

Jesse S on November 2023

JP Handyman & Remodeling

JP Handyman & Remodeling

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

17 years of experience

At JP Handyman & Remodeling, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. We are set up to handle all of your small repair, remodel and unique home project with a simple hourly fee of $110 per man hour. This enables us to provide you with service on smaller tasks that the large specialty companies simply can't. Call us to discuss the details of your project, get an estimated time frame that your job will require and to get a service professional out to your home today!

"We hired JP for a powder room remodel, hoping for high-quality work completed within a reasonable timeframe and a fair price. While we are aware most handymen charge hourly, we sought an estimate / range of hours; we felt this was a reasonable request for our budgeting purposes. Initially, JP confidently estimated the project to require between 40-60 hours. However, we quickly realized that we were nearing the upper end of that estimate, and our initial invoice, issued with significant work still pending, accounted for 37.5 hours (62% of the 60 hours), raising further concerns. When we raised these concerns with JP, he assured us that we were still on track to remain around the 60-hour mark. However, as the project progressed, we began noticing significant issues with the quality of the tilework. Upon discussing these concerns with JP, he acknowledged some of the imperfections but said there would be additional time and charges for correcting them, implying a trade-off between quality and efficiency. Despite clearly emphasizing our expectation for both quality work and reasonable adherence to the estimated timeframe, JP claimed we were focused on prioritizing hours and costs rather than addressing our quality concerns. This misalignment ultimately led to a disappointing outcome, prompting us to terminate the project prematurely. Despite our dissatisfaction, we paid JP $5,400 for 56.5 hours and cut our losses on an unfinished project. While Joe, the worker assigned to our project, maintained professionalism and a courteous attitude throughout, the overall experience fell short of our expectations. While we appreciate JP's attempt to communicate with us afterward, it unfortunately came too late to restore our confidence.This experience has taught us valuable lessons about ensuring alignment and fit with a contractor's approach, and we'll apply these insights to future projects."

Siddharth C on March 2024

At JP Handyman & Remodeling, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. We are set up to handle all of your small repair, remodel and unique home project with a simple hourly fee of $110 per man hour. This enables us to provide you with service on smaller tasks that the large specialty companies simply can't. Call us to discuss the details of your project, get an estimated time frame that your job will require and to get a service professional out to your home today!

"We hired JP for a powder room remodel, hoping for high-quality work completed within a reasonable timeframe and a fair price. While we are aware most handymen charge hourly, we sought an estimate / range of hours; we felt this was a reasonable request for our budgeting purposes. Initially, JP confidently estimated the project to require between 40-60 hours. However, we quickly realized that we were nearing the upper end of that estimate, and our initial invoice, issued with significant work still pending, accounted for 37.5 hours (62% of the 60 hours), raising further concerns. When we raised these concerns with JP, he assured us that we were still on track to remain around the 60-hour mark. However, as the project progressed, we began noticing significant issues with the quality of the tilework. Upon discussing these concerns with JP, he acknowledged some of the imperfections but said there would be additional time and charges for correcting them, implying a trade-off between quality and efficiency. Despite clearly emphasizing our expectation for both quality work and reasonable adherence to the estimated timeframe, JP claimed we were focused on prioritizing hours and costs rather than addressing our quality concerns. This misalignment ultimately led to a disappointing outcome, prompting us to terminate the project prematurely. Despite our dissatisfaction, we paid JP $5,400 for 56.5 hours and cut our losses on an unfinished project. While Joe, the worker assigned to our project, maintained professionalism and a courteous attitude throughout, the overall experience fell short of our expectations. While we appreciate JP's attempt to communicate with us afterward, it unfortunately came too late to restore our confidence.This experience has taught us valuable lessons about ensuring alignment and fit with a contractor's approach, and we'll apply these insights to future projects."

Siddharth C on March 2024

Regal Remodelers, Inc.

Regal Remodelers, Inc.

Customers say: Quick response

11 local quotes requested

41 years of experience

Regal Remodelers, Inc., are dedicated professionals with over 30 years of experience in our field. We understand how to make your remodeling and design dreams come to reality. We sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. Call us today for a free estimate!

"After finishing the work each day, they were careful to clean up any mess that was made. They were on time and did a great job."

Sue J on May 2020

Regal Remodelers, Inc., are dedicated professionals with over 30 years of experience in our field. We understand how to make your remodeling and design dreams come to reality. We sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. Call us today for a free estimate!

"After finishing the work each day, they were careful to clean up any mess that was made. They were on time and did a great job."

Sue J on May 2020

Wilder Way Construction

Wilder Way Construction

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Founded in 2020, Wilder Way Construction brings together over 40 years of combined experience, specializing in carpentry and remodeling. Led by Tommy Hanson and Sean Swanson, two well-rounded carpenters, each with over 20 years of hands-on expertise. We excel in all aspects of construction—from framing and trim to drywall, painting, siding, landscaping, and more. We offer both interior and exterior services, ensuring your home improvements are handled with precision and care. We are fully licensed and insured, and are ready to bring your vision to life with exceptional craftsmanship. Call us today at 612-756-3170 to start your next project! If customer service, dependability, and quality of work are your top priorities, we are the company for you!

"We chose Wilder Way Construction to build our detached garage, and we couldn't be happier. From start to finish, they were easy to work with. Their pricing is competitive, and their quality of work is top-notch, but what really set them apart was the service! Tommy and his guys are awesome... Definitely recommend!!"

Ryan F on September 2024

Founded in 2020, Wilder Way Construction brings together over 40 years of combined experience, specializing in carpentry and remodeling. Led by Tommy Hanson and Sean Swanson, two well-rounded carpenters, each with over 20 years of hands-on expertise. We excel in all aspects of construction—from framing and trim to drywall, painting, siding, landscaping, and more. We offer both interior and exterior services, ensuring your home improvements are handled with precision and care. We are fully licensed and insured, and are ready to bring your vision to life with exceptional craftsmanship. Call us today at 612-756-3170 to start your next project! If customer service, dependability, and quality of work are your top priorities, we are the company for you!

"We chose Wilder Way Construction to build our detached garage, and we couldn't be happier. From start to finish, they were easy to work with. Their pricing is competitive, and their quality of work is top-notch, but what really set them apart was the service! Tommy and his guys are awesome... Definitely recommend!!"

Ryan F on September 2024

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Home maintenance, everything from small tasks to large more involved jobs. Interior and exterior complete maintenance of structures and grounds. We are very familiar and compliant with all state federal and local codes and to all safety laws rules and ethics in the maintenance and building industries. We are a father son's Business structured and organized over 35 years ago as maintenance engineers which grew into general contracting for many years. Now we are a multi talented, multi trade company, licensed and insured.

"Easy to work with. They arrived on time and got right to work. Did a good job, kept things neat and cleaned up nicely when they were done."

Mike V on August 2024

Home maintenance, everything from small tasks to large more involved jobs. Interior and exterior complete maintenance of structures and grounds. We are very familiar and compliant with all state federal and local codes and to all safety laws rules and ethics in the maintenance and building industries. We are a father son's Business structured and organized over 35 years ago as maintenance engineers which grew into general contracting for many years. Now we are a multi talented, multi trade company, licensed and insured.

"Easy to work with. They arrived on time and got right to work. Did a good job, kept things neat and cleaned up nicely when they were done."

Mike V on August 2024

Handy Hugh Handyman Service

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Handy Hugh Handyman Service

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7 years of experience

I am skilled and hard-working, with outstanding problem-solving abilities. Skillful hands, good physical stamina, and strong technical knowledge.

5 years of experience

Thanks for considering us! We are a small family company base in/near Minneapolis, and we service the entire Metro area. We are a MN licensed contractor specializing in working with homeowners, business owners, property owners, and investors by working together through the entire creative design process from design & planning to finish work, landscaping & staging, seasonally shifting between decks, patios, outdoor spaces, and kitchens, additions, basements, indoor spaces. We also specialize in energy efficient, sustainable, and green building practices and are always working to learn more as new products and processes are developed. Between our partnership we have 40+ years of direct experience and industry training in all aspects of carpentry, home improvement and maintenance, family life in the city & country, environmental and business studies, and many other interests and hobbies.

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Contractor Registration: IR811681 I’m here to save you time and take the stress out of your projects by handling them with professionalism and high-quality workmanship. This allows you to focus on what matters most—your family and other priorities—without the burden of managing tasks yourself. With many years of experience in the construction industry, I have expertise across a wide range of projects. I pride myself on delivering fast, efficient, and reliable results. I value each client and am always committed to exceeding expectations. Important Note: Please only contact me if you are serious about moving forward. The application charges me a fee for every request or message I receive.

"Eugene, it timley , kind , and professional . He does amazing detailed work . He refinished my basement from the redoing the floors, adding a closet , putting in new doors, and painting the walls and doors. He was careful and meticulous . Cleaning up as he went . He got it done in a timely matter and I'm so happy with the results. I would definitely recommend his expertise! Thank you so much Eugene!"

Joy B on May 2025

Contractor Registration: IR811681 I’m here to save you time and take the stress out of your projects by handling them with professionalism and high-quality workmanship. This allows you to focus on what matters most—your family and other priorities—without the burden of managing tasks yourself. With many years of experience in the construction industry, I have expertise across a wide range of projects. I pride myself on delivering fast, efficient, and reliable results. I value each client and am always committed to exceeding expectations. Important Note: Please only contact me if you are serious about moving forward. The application charges me a fee for every request or message I receive.

"Eugene, it timley , kind , and professional . He does amazing detailed work . He refinished my basement from the redoing the floors, adding a closet , putting in new doors, and painting the walls and doors. He was careful and meticulous . Cleaning up as he went . He got it done in a timely matter and I'm so happy with the results. I would definitely recommend his expertise! Thank you so much Eugene!"

Joy B on May 2025

QualityBuilt & Sales Group LLC

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QualityBuilt & Sales Group LLC

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We at QualityBuilt & Sales Group LLC, strive to exceed customer expectations and provide the absolute best experience. QualityBuilt is YOUR Satisfaction.