Getting bids while working with a GC—okay?

[Mary Pastoral]

Hi! We just bought a property to use as an STR. Before closing, our GC did a walkthrough, but once his HVAC and electrical teams came out, they found more issues than expected and more than the home inspector noted. My question is—can I still get bids directly from other pros (HVAC, electrician, etc.) even though I’m already working with a GC?

This is my first time working with a general contractor since our previous rentals were managed by property management companies. If it matters, this is our first investment property that is within 20 minutes of driving distance from us and that is why we are self managing this time. Thank you! 

[Bruce Woodruff]

Quote from @Mary Pastoral:

Hi! We just bought a property to use as an STR. Before closing, our GC did a walkthrough, but once his HVAC and electrical teams came out, they found more issues than expected and more than the home inspector noted. My question is—can I still get bids directly from other pros (HVAC, electrician, etc.) even though I’m already working with a GC?

This is my first time working with a general contractor since our previous rentals were managed by property management companies. If it matters, this is our first investment property that is within 20 minutes of driving distance from us and that is why we are self managing this time. Thank you! 

There's no reputable, quality general contractor that is going to look kindly on you if you start getting bids 'behind their back' so to speak. You either go with them or you go by yourself is the way it works. And generally you will save money and a lot of headaches by just letting them run everything.

this is not only my opinion but based on experience of many decades as a general contractor.