Home & Repair, Pennsylvania
General Contractor cost in Pittsburgh, PA
This fee does not move much with local prices, so Pittsburgh sits near the national figure of about 18% of the project cost.
Typical cost
Typical in Pittsburgh
18%
of the project cost
- On the low end
- 10%
- On the high end
- 30%
This is a percentage fee, so it does not change with local prices. Not a quote.
What moves the price
- Project size
- License and insurance
- Management hours
- Change orders
- Material markup
Ways to pay less
- Lock a detailed scope
- Limit change orders
- Buy fixtures yourself
- Pay on a draw schedule
- Check references
General Contractor in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh, PA | 18% | 10% to 30% |
| National typical | 18% | 10% to 30% |
| Allentown, PA | 18% | 10% to 30% |
| Erie, PA | 18% | 10% to 30% |
| Scranton, PA | 18% | 10% to 30% |
| Norfolk, VA | 18% | 10% to 30% |
| Arlington, TX | 18% | 10% to 30% |
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Questions people ask
General Contractor in Pittsburgh: what does it cost?
In Pittsburgh, PA, General Contractor typically costs about 18% of the project cost, with most prices between 10% and 30%.
Why is Pittsburgh the same as the national price?
Percentage fees and fees set largely by state rules do not rise or fall with local rents and wages, so the estimate is not adjusted by city.
Is this a quote?
No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.