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>

How do I choose the best woodworker for my home project?

<div>Every woodworker has different skills and experience, so we recommend asking the following questions when hiring a woodworker for your project:<ul><li>How long have you been in the woodworking industry?</li><li>What experience do you have with my type of project?</li><li>Do you have customer references I can speak with?</li><li>How long do you expect my project to take?</li><li>What is my recourse if I have an issue with your work?</li><li>Do you charge hourly or per project?</li><li>Will you work on-site or in your own workshop?</li><li>Does your fee include the necessary post-job clean-up?</li></ul></div>

What is the difference between a woodworker and a carpenter?

<div>While they perform similar tasks, a carpenter is responsible for the woodworking that goes into construction—like framing, installing sheathing, and hanging kitchen cabinets—while a woodworker tackles more intricate and custom projects—like building custom furniture and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-wainscoting.htm">installing wainscoting</a>. Based on these definitions, most woodworkers can tackle the jobs of a carpenter, but you should always ask about your specific project when choosing a woodworker to ensure they have the necessary skills to tackle the job.</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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Last update on April 26, 2025

Reviewed in March 2013
I needed my basement stairs rebuilt due to a basement remodel. Stephen listened to my requirements, double-checked some issues with the building dept, and came to work. He demo'd the old stairs, built the new stairs to spec, and cleaned up all of the mess. He was prompt, and the build quality...
Dodd Construction
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Reviewed in July 2014
Tom is a consummate wood artist with great vision and an amazing array of skills. He helps the homeowner select showroom sources to review products, select people to help educate, coordinate and order best choice materials. He is very good at what he does. Those of us that have been lucky...
Barrett Remodeling Inc
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Reviewed in May 2014
It has gone fairly well so far. Rick has been out to the house (outside of town) 3 times in gathering details for the renovation. I was somewhat disappointed that he felt I should get an architect involved due to the age of the house (113 years old) and the time he would have needed to do...
Willet Construction Inc
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Reviewed in September 2011
He came, measured, and gave me a quote of $1200~ to build a linen closet from a coat closet. He was recommended to me by a friend, so I said yes and gave him half ($600+) That was in MARCH. He was going to order the door to match my existing doors, and TWO MONTHS later he said he couldn't...
SELAH CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in June 2015
This was a major project for our home. The general contractor handled every detail for us to a tee! He was on the job overseeing and working on all phases of this project. His crew was professional, experienced, punctual and delivered high quality work. The project was completed in the...
Cactus Valley Homes LLC
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Reviewed in August 2013
Overall the deck turned out nice and we really like it - good compliments from the neighbors. This contractor was prompt to provide us an estimate and knows what he is doing when it comes to building. Some of his employees were inexperienced and there were a few items that we had to call back...
4D Decks
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Reviewed in July 2012
There was a delay because of a death in Terry's family but once everything started it went like clockwork. Terry and his crew arrived promptly every day. The day of the demolition of the old cabinets, thery got all of it out quickly and with a minimum of mess and noise. Terry coordinated well...
Carpentry & Home Repair
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Reviewed in November 2008
Bill is extremely conscientious, very honest and will tell you if he doesn't feel comfortable doing a job, or if he thinks someone else could do a better job (in areas other than plumbing). He has the code to my garage and I trust him to come to my house and do whatever is needed, even if I am...
Rutt's Service & Repair
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