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Similarly, it is asked, what is a back charge in construction?

Definition. Back Charge. Billings for work performed or costs incurred by one party that, in accordance with the agreement, should have been performed or incurred by the party to whom billed. Owners bill back charges to general contractors, and general contractors’ bill back charges to subcontractors.

Additionally, how much do subcontractors charge per hour? Answer: There is no standard rate for general contractors, as it differs from state to state, cities, and counties, but generally, the range that one would expect to pay is between $25.00 - $85.00 per hour.

Regarding this, how do subcontractors charge?

In general, a rate should be based on a few specific details. It should include you or your crew's hourly rate, the cost of materials, any overhead expenses and some amount of profit. But when many subcontractors start out, they only cover the hourly rates and the cost of materials.

Who is responsible for paying subcontractors?

Usually, the main contractor is responsible for coordinating and supervising all of the subcontractors. One of the contractor's responsibilities involves making sure each of the involved subcontractors and suppliers is paid for their work.