Finding a GC to walk properties

[Tamara V.]

Hello BP Community,

I'm wondering: how do I find a contractor who will walk properties with me and give me rough estimates on potential projects. Is this s big ask of a GC?

Actually, I'd enjoy referrals for reliable contractors in the DC metro area - foundation, electric, plumbing, paint, landscape.

I have a great realtor who is experienced but I need hard numbers. Also, does it make sense to utilize a GC on one or two initial projects when you are just "getting started" in the rehab/sell business?

Thanks in advance.

Tamara

[Jon Holdman]

If you own a property and are going to hire some one to do a project for you, contractors will generally give you bids on the work for free.  They expect to have a shot at getting the job.

OTOH, if you mean you want a contractor to walk through houses you're just viewing for possibly making offers, you're likely to have to pay for their time.  You're asking them to spend their time viewing houses and coming up with estimates that are unlikely to result in any work.