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 Mckees Rocks, PA

Sky Wood & Tile Flooring

900 Pendleton Way, #9309

Sky Wood & Tile Flooring

900 Pendleton Way, #9309

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 98% of Angi customers

15 years of experience

At Skywood & Tile Flooring, Inc., we pride ourselves in attention to detail and never leave until you are happy! We have been making customers happy for 17 years installing beautiful ceramic tile and hardwood floors. Call us for your free estimate today. We do not work on bathrooms but are happy to provide all of your other tile and flooring needs. Please only inquire if you have the materials. ***Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese and English***

"I hired Luiz to remove kitchen cabinets, dishwasher, cooktop, oven and lift hardwood flooring. He then reinstalled the cabinets and appliances. Ceramic tile was installed to perfection. He also repaired some walls and painted the ceiling. Looks great! Easy to work with, very professional and fair market value pricing too. IÃ¢Â Â m recommending him to my family!"

Jonathan G on August 2024

At Skywood & Tile Flooring, Inc., we pride ourselves in attention to detail and never leave until you are happy! We have been making customers happy for 17 years installing beautiful ceramic tile and hardwood floors. Call us for your free estimate today. We do not work on bathrooms but are happy to provide all of your other tile and flooring needs. Please only inquire if you have the materials. ***Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese and English***

"I hired Luiz to remove kitchen cabinets, dishwasher, cooktop, oven and lift hardwood flooring. He then reinstalled the cabinets and appliances. Ceramic tile was installed to perfection. He also repaired some walls and painted the ceiling. Looks great! Easy to work with, very professional and fair market value pricing too. IÃ¢Â Â m recommending him to my family!"

Jonathan G on August 2024

A & J Contracting Company, LLC

A & J Contracting Company, LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

30 years of experience

A & J Contracting Company, LLC is Pittsburgh's premier professional home improvement company operating as general and specialty contractors in the finish and rough carpentry industry. We are most famous for the beautiful custom kitchen and bathrooms we design and remodel for both our residential and commercial clients. You will find that we are a dedicated small business enterprise committed to providing quality construction services and on time service delivery within budget. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with Pittsburgh's true professionals. Your satisfaction is our guarantee.

"I donÃ¢Â Â t know where to begin to say how satisfied I am with A & J Contracting! I needed my basement renovated ASAP and Mr. Anthony met with me in a timely manner explaining in great detail the work he would perform and how pleased I would be! Let me tell you he did NOT disappoint because he and his partner Mark performed what I call a Ã¢Â Â miracleÃ¢Â Â in renovating my basement and went above and beyond my expectations!!!! IÃ¢Â Â ve shown many the before and after pictures of what I now can call my family room and the response each time was how Ã¢Â Â beautifulÃ¢Â Â of a job Anthony did!! If you are in need a great contractor donÃ¢Â Â t look anywhere else but A & J Contractor and call Anthony NOW! My family still canÃ¢Â Â t believe what A & J Contractor did with that old and in bad shape basement!! Very professional and the many years of experience really was on display!! Thank you again Anthony and Mark for restoring our basement!! IÃ¢Â Â ll definitely be utilizing them in the future and wonÃ¢Â Â t have to look elsewhere!!"

Steven K on May 2021

A & J Contracting Company, LLC is Pittsburgh's premier professional home improvement company operating as general and specialty contractors in the finish and rough carpentry industry. We are most famous for the beautiful custom kitchen and bathrooms we design and remodel for both our residential and commercial clients. You will find that we are a dedicated small business enterprise committed to providing quality construction services and on time service delivery within budget. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with Pittsburgh's true professionals. Your satisfaction is our guarantee.

"I donÃ¢Â Â t know where to begin to say how satisfied I am with A & J Contracting! I needed my basement renovated ASAP and Mr. Anthony met with me in a timely manner explaining in great detail the work he would perform and how pleased I would be! Let me tell you he did NOT disappoint because he and his partner Mark performed what I call a Ã¢Â Â miracleÃ¢Â Â in renovating my basement and went above and beyond my expectations!!!! IÃ¢Â Â ve shown many the before and after pictures of what I now can call my family room and the response each time was how Ã¢Â Â beautifulÃ¢Â Â of a job Anthony did!! If you are in need a great contractor donÃ¢Â Â t look anywhere else but A & J Contractor and call Anthony NOW! My family still canÃ¢Â Â t believe what A & J Contractor did with that old and in bad shape basement!! Very professional and the many years of experience really was on display!! Thank you again Anthony and Mark for restoring our basement!! IÃ¢Â Â ll definitely be utilizing them in the future and wonÃ¢Â Â t have to look elsewhere!!"

Steven K on May 2021

Customers say: Quick response

42 local quotes requested

29 years of experience

Before starting my business in 1996, I spent 12 years in the military (1st class builder in the U.S.NAVY SEABEES), doing construction all over the world. I do not use sub-contractors, and I am fully insured. Various discounts available, Including seniors, and of course veterans!!. Please mention Angie's List when you call 412.310.4643 to schedule.

"The "roof repair" cost me $4,275.00 and the leak into my bathroom was worse before he fixed the roof. He did do a great job in painting my garages but wanted t charge me extra to paint the side door and the side window because I didn't specify that it was part of the garage when I hired him. LOL. He painted 4 pieces of wood which made of a section of fence the wrong color. But then I fiqured out the wrong color of paint on the fence and the not painting the garage door was because he ran out of the brown paint. I had the roof leak fixed by a very reputable roofing company and it was 1/4 of what Furko charged to do nothing. Needless to say I won in court. Furko now has a nice judgement against him which I am sure he will never pay. Would I recommend him or hire him again H*** NO!!!! The 1st picture is how my leak looked inside my bathroom when I hired Furko and the second picture was how it looked AFTER he "fixed" the leak and I paid him $4,275.00"

Elizabeth S on October 2022

Before starting my business in 1996, I spent 12 years in the military (1st class builder in the U.S.NAVY SEABEES), doing construction all over the world. I do not use sub-contractors, and I am fully insured. Various discounts available, Including seniors, and of course veterans!!. Please mention Angie's List when you call 412.310.4643 to schedule.

"The "roof repair" cost me $4,275.00 and the leak into my bathroom was worse before he fixed the roof. He did do a great job in painting my garages but wanted t charge me extra to paint the side door and the side window because I didn't specify that it was part of the garage when I hired him. LOL. He painted 4 pieces of wood which made of a section of fence the wrong color. But then I fiqured out the wrong color of paint on the fence and the not painting the garage door was because he ran out of the brown paint. I had the roof leak fixed by a very reputable roofing company and it was 1/4 of what Furko charged to do nothing. Needless to say I won in court. Furko now has a nice judgement against him which I am sure he will never pay. Would I recommend him or hire him again H*** NO!!!! The 1st picture is how my leak looked inside my bathroom when I hired Furko and the second picture was how it looked AFTER he "fixed" the leak and I paid him $4,275.00"

Elizabeth S on October 2022

McCann Home Improvement Pittsburgh

1190 Washington Pike Suite5 Bridgeville PA 15017

McCann Home Improvement Pittsburgh

1190 Washington Pike Suite5 Bridgeville PA 15017

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

50 local quotes requested

My name is Anthony McCann and I have been in business for over 24 years. I am a multi year super service award winner. Please read the reviews that my customers have provided. When reading the reviews that my customers wrote about work that I have completed it will provide you with definite reassurance that no tasks can not be done.

"They were great! Squeezed us into their schedule and the work was done beautifully. We needed interior doors planed down so they would shut correctly, as well as a bathroom exhaust installed with electrical connections added. We are very pleased and will be hiring again if needed! "

Sofia D on August 2025

My name is Anthony McCann and I have been in business for over 24 years. I am a multi year super service award winner. Please read the reviews that my customers have provided. When reading the reviews that my customers wrote about work that I have completed it will provide you with definite reassurance that no tasks can not be done.

"They were great! Squeezed us into their schedule and the work was done beautifully. We needed interior doors planed down so they would shut correctly, as well as a bathroom exhaust installed with electrical connections added. We are very pleased and will be hiring again if needed! "

Sofia D on August 2025

Wilcox Property Restorations

205 McDonald Blvd

No reviews

Wilcox Property Restorations

205 McDonald Blvd

No reviews

5 years of experience

We speciailize in all areas of home improvement from new kitchens and baths, all types of flooring and painting.

We are a cleaning and remodeling company based in Pittsburgh, PA. Founded in 2019, we have built a network of satisfied clients that continually come back for all of their home remodeling needs. There is no job too big or too small.

Thornburg Construction LLC

Thornburg Construction LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Thornburg Construction specializes in Flooring, Shiplap, Bathroom remodels, Kitchens, Decks, Stairs, Trim work, Doors, General Carpentry. We stand out from other contractors because we are reliable, We truly believe in high quality vs getting in and getting out, We want to make sure everything is exactly what you envisioned. I am a small business I have a crew of two men and I am a working father. I have been doing this line of work for over 15 years, I can do some concrete and masonry as well but try to stay away from larger projects in that field because I run a small crew like stated above. We can't wait to do business with you. Please feel free to call or text if you have any questions or want to set an appointment up for a free estimate. we travel up to 60 miles.

"It went amazing!"

Bryan T on April 2024

Thornburg Construction specializes in Flooring, Shiplap, Bathroom remodels, Kitchens, Decks, Stairs, Trim work, Doors, General Carpentry. We stand out from other contractors because we are reliable, We truly believe in high quality vs getting in and getting out, We want to make sure everything is exactly what you envisioned. I am a small business I have a crew of two men and I am a working father. I have been doing this line of work for over 15 years, I can do some concrete and masonry as well but try to stay away from larger projects in that field because I run a small crew like stated above. We can't wait to do business with you. Please feel free to call or text if you have any questions or want to set an appointment up for a free estimate. we travel up to 60 miles.

"It went amazing!"

Bryan T on April 2024

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

I'm a licensed and Insured General Contractor and I specialize in carpentry. Im qualified to perform any work involving structure from concrete to framing to roofing to finish. I have 10 yrs experience including a PA journey person carpenter certificate. I am owner operated and can handle most jobs on my own.

"Adam was wonderful. He came on time was polite asked us to explain what needed to be done and got to work. He did a great job our doors look perfect. We will definitely be using him again for other projects. He also gave us the best quote out of three that we got."

Dennis B on May 2024

I'm a licensed and Insured General Contractor and I specialize in carpentry. Im qualified to perform any work involving structure from concrete to framing to roofing to finish. I have 10 yrs experience including a PA journey person carpenter certificate. I am owner operated and can handle most jobs on my own.

"Adam was wonderful. He came on time was polite asked us to explain what needed to be done and got to work. He did a great job our doors look perfect. We will definitely be using him again for other projects. He also gave us the best quote out of three that we got."

Dennis B on May 2024

Sloan Construction & Contracting LLC

NA

No reviews

Sloan Construction & Contracting LLC

NA

No reviews

Were company that will keeps your project going in the right direction with honesty an NO BS! We know almost every aspect for completion of your project. But if we dont, We have other companys we built friendships with throughout my 10 year journey as contractor that will get the job done with good quality.

7 years of experience

Apex Services is the answer to all your remodeling needs. We specialize in custom remodel projects for kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, and basement remodeling. We also provide general renovation and contracting services for your home or business, including: roofing and siding, windows and doors, decks and patios, flooring and tile installation, wood work and finished carpentry, and custom home additions. If it's a large remodel or addition, or small handyman jobs around the house, our team strives on providing customer satisfaction, quality materials, efficient renovations, and an affordable estimate for your commercial or residential remodel needs. Have the confidence and piece of mind to know your work is being done by skilled professionals and registered installers.