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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Reviewed in October 2021
Project was completed to our expectations and the people at Innovo were very professional and quality oriented. Kurt’s designs exceeded our expectations for a new bathroom. The project managers, Joe and Marci, were always responsive to our requests and wonderful to work with.
Innovo Renovations
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Reviewed in December 2020
My fireplace looks wonderful and had made a huge difference in my home. Patrick was very professional and knowledgeable in renovations. He was a very good communicator and made sure to give me progress updates.
Nomad 1 Designs and Renovations
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Reviewed in April 2014
They did a very good job. The crew was on time and very efficient. Each member of the team knew exactly what to do, and in a specific order. It was a joy to see such organization in motion. I would use Southern Painting again, and would recommend them to my friends.
SOUTHERN PAINTING Corpus Christi
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Reviewed in April 2009
They are very professional and knowledgable, honest and prices are quite reasonable. The owner Red Hazlett is particularly nice and helpful. He was great about providing alternative ideas and suggestions.
BAY CITY PAINT & REMODELING
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Reviewed in May 2013
Hugh construction co. was great to work with him the work was flawless and his guys are awsome. I would highly recomend them.
Hugh Morren
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