How do I know what to charge for construction work?
How do I know what to charge for construction work?
The labor rate pricing is determined by adding the hourly rates of the employees who will be working on a single project. That number should then get multiplied by the labor burden and markup. Always round up to the next dollar in these scenarios. Using a nice, round number always makes it easier.
What should I charge as a contractor?
General contractor rates are typically on a per-project basis and charge 10 to 20% of your overall project cost. A contractor will probably charge $300 to $500 a day for themselves, possibly more, and $150 to $250 a day per helper or laborer. That covers their overhead expense costs as well as profit.