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 January 2024
We had a lot of damage from Hurricane Ian and Witty Innova did all the repairs except for the roof! Wonderful, talented group and outstanding communicators! I'm praying we never need that much work done again but would most definitely hire them!
Witty Innova Solutions
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Reviewed in January 2023
Albert was on time and very professional! He did a awesome job on my wooden fence and re straighten my chain link fence. he was really great about cleaning up after he was finished. and he rewired my light in the kitchen and now it works great! I would definitely use him again!
Albert David Devine
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Reviewed in August 2019
I would definitely hire again. It was a great experience dealing with Julian and his employees. We live in another state and Orosco’s remodeling took care of all of our needs. I will gladly speak to any prospective customers personally.
Oroscos Flooring Design & Renovations
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Reviewed in October 2013
Scot's attention to detail was incredible!! I trusted his judgement in all aspects of repairs and the sub-contractors he used were on par with his professionalism and high skill level.
Cutting Edge Construction Inc
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Reviewed in October 2017
Ray & Dan's Home Repair and Remodeling was very professional from the start. Ray completed the first three projects quotes for a house renovation that went off tracks from a previous handy man within 5 days. I was very impress with Ray's quick response to my emails and phone calls. I am a out of...
Ray and Dan's Home Repair and Remodeling LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
The work was perfect. The guys Santos and Gabriel Rubio had a tough job because the original door was not installed properly and they had to rework the whole frame area. The were thoughtful, friendly and professional.
Cutting Edge Renovation & Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2011
I was very pleased with the work performed. Mr. Becker went the extra mile to make sure it was done properly. He also kept me updated, and answered all my questions, no matter how simple. He showed up on time, kept the area clean, and finished on time and budget. I have gotton many compliments...
William D. Becker, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2016
Nick went above and beyond to find the leak and repair it quickly. He made sure it was done right and looked amazing. He is very dedicated to customer service and making sure the customer is happy. He is willing to go the extra mile to make sure the customer is happy and work done right. He...
Vizcaya Estates Developers Inc
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Reviewed in March 2016
Kris is a true wood-working artist. His trim work and custom carpentry is top notch. He can visualize intricate detailed solutions to customize your home at an affordable price.
Bone Island Custom Carpentry
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