Searching for affordable contractors

[Murray Berg]

Planning the renovation on my flip. I've mapped out exactly what needs to be done. Interviewing contractors through Home Adviser. They seem definitely qualified, licensed, experienced and insured. My problem is, I feel like I'm getting quoted the "retail" price on everything. I'd like to do better on pricing somehow, but not at the cost of shoddy work.  Also, what is your feeling about hiring a general contractor for everything, rather than hiring individual painter, roofer, floor installer, etc?