Subcontractor Markup
Definition
Subcontractor markup is the percentage a general contractor adds to a subcontractor's bid to cover coordination, project management, warranty exposure, and risk. Industry-standard markups range from 15% to 35%, with 25% being typical for residential remodeling.
Common Questions
Real-World Example
You'd see this when a homeowner in Vancouver, WA hires CRM Services for a project that includes flooring — the flooring is subbed to a trusted partner, and CRM Services adds a coordination markup for managing the job end-to-end.
Why It Matters
Reinforces CRM Services' role as a licensed general contractor that coordinates trusted trade partners across every specialty, not a single-trade shop.
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