How much is a general contractor mark up?

Questions & AnswersHow much is a general contractor mark up?
Anonymous asked 10 years ago

Does anybody know how much a general contractor usually mark up a sub? I’m in California and I heard it was around 15%. What do you guys think?

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Crowder Painting answered.

That's about right. I know a general contractor that adds a 10% mark up and another that adds 15%. I'm sure this amount depends on the economy.