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 November 2024
Hartski Enterprises did an incredible job building our home from the ground up, handling every phase of construction with expertise and care. From the foundation to the finishing touches, their team showcased exceptional craftsmanship, clear communication, and dedication to quality. They stayed...
Hartski Enterprises
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Reviewed in October 2022
This is the second time we’ve used JBL and I would not hesitate one moment to hire them again. Every person who come to the house to do work was professional, kind and courteous. Dave was spot on with hot time frames and communication. He checked on the work that was done every day during...
JBL HOME IMPROVEMENTS INC
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Reviewed in October 2022
Both projects went well. Artie was very helpful and was always on top of things. He made helpful suggestions as the projects went forward. He was very flexible and when we wanted some changes or additional work it never was an issue.
AJC Designs Construction Inc
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Reviewed in August 2015
We were very pleased with Norbs experience and judgement in doing this job. He encountered unforeseen issues such as rotting wood and guided us through the decision making about how to handle it. We could tell that his priority was doing the work correctly rather than blowing through to get on...
Norb Miller General Contractor
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Reviewed in August 2020
A & B HOME SERVICE did an excellent job on my roof from start to finish!! They took off 2 layers of the old shingles, replaced my 2 skylights and installed ice shield, the underlayment and shingles in just 3 days!! And they did an excellent job of cleaning up!! These guys were very professional...
A & B Home Service LLC
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Reviewed in March 2017
Any time you build a house, you deal with weather elements, timing elements, and unexpected turn of events, all of which provide levels of stress. No matter what, we had faith in Dan Bie and his crew, and they delivered! Dan is a consummate craftsman, and does not do any job half-way. He is...
Dan Bie Custom Contracting Inc
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Reviewed in May 2021
John and his team completed the work in a professional, timely, and efficient manner. Perfect job from top to bottom. John is a true gentlemen. True to his word, reliable and honest - with an excellent work ethic. In my opinion, hire him. You will be extremely pleased with his work product.
Alden Painting
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Reviewed in August 2013
I was really pleased that after he installed the exhaust fan we had a very severe storm and rain came in onto the stove. The vent bought for the roof needed to be replaced and he came very quickly to do that work the next day, which was on a Sunday. He was very polite, responsive and knew...
Jamcore Home Improvements
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