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What is Subcontractor?
A subcontractor is a specialist — electrician, plumber, roofer — hired by a general contractor to perform a specific trade. The homeowner typically contracts with the GC, not the subs.
Examples
- A licensed electrician rewiring a kitchen under a GC.
- A drywall sub handling all interior drywall on a new build.
- An HVAC sub installing a new furnace and ductwork.
Why this matters
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