The best general contractor, or GC, assumes the roles of project coordinator and client advocate, managing daily operations, quality control, budget, deadlines, materials and labor.

Subcontractor vs. Contractor: The verdict Choosing to become a general contractor or Subcontractor comes with its own set of challenges.

A general contractor is one of the top dogs, qualified to work on any sort of building project, regardless of how complex or big it is. She has more flexibility than, say, a residential contractor ...

Early Collaboration with General Contractors First and foremost, project delivery type matters. Utilizing design-build or design-assist will allow the contractor to be involved in the project from the ...

Even skilled DIYers will want a general contractor if the project involves extensive construction, an addition to the home, multiple tradespeople and/or building permits.

The contractor-client relationship worked out so well that they’ve become friends — and that’s rare. “HomeWrights screens the contractors, so we didn’t worry about being taken.