Milwaukee - Good GC recommendations for Multifamily 40 units

[James Brewer]

Does anyone have a good General Contractor for a 40 unit multifamily they can recommend?

[Rebecca Knox]

Hi James, my husband and I admin Wisconsin Contractor & Handyman Club on Facebook, a wild, wild west of contractors and property owners coming together. Reviews are shared in the group as well.  From running this resource, I notice that the contractor/handyman world is ever changing. Who I recommended 2 years ago may not be a person I recommend any more :) 

You are welcome to ask in the group for what you are looking for. 

Top things to get before hiring:

1. Copy of driver's license

2. CCAP check

3. W-9 (if over $500 and not a inc)

4. Lien Waiver--anytime payment is made

5. Insurance

6. Verication of all contractors that will be on job site--just ask are they doing the work themselves or subbing

7. If a license is required, DSPS check

8. Formal quote or contract in writing with clear and detailed expectations of each party.

Check WI contractor licenses: https://app.wi.gov/licensesearch

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