Free Prevailing Wage Look-up
Free prevailing wage look-up for Davis Bacon projects. Save time using our WageFinder look-up tool for current or new projects.
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If you’re bidding or working on a federally funded project, you’ll need to know the prevailing wages to comply with the Davis-Bacon Act. Search by state, county and/or labor classification.
What is the Davis-Bacon Act
Any US contracts in excess of $2,000 that involve construction, change or repair of public buildings, within the US, must pay prevailing wage rates set by the government.
How often are wages updated
WageFinder updates rates on a weekly basis automatically, so you can be sure to find the latest rates when you need them. Subscribe for unlimited searches.
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What qualifies as a prevailing wage-certified job?
Most construction jobs on public works projects are subject to prevailing wage rates. This also applies to other types of work, such as demolition, remodeling, utility projects, and repairs. Under the Davis-Bacon Act, contractors and subcontractors working on federally funded contracts exceeding $2,000 must comply with prevailing wage requirements. In many cases, these wages align closely with union rates.
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Why use a look-up tool for prevailing wages?
Using a look-up tool for prevailing wages ensures accuracy, compliance, and fairness in wage determinations. It helps contractors, workers, and agencies verify the correct wage rates for specific job classifications and locations, preventing underpayment and legal issues on public works projects.
What Are Prevailing Wages?
Using a look-up tool for prevailing wages ensures accuracy, compliance, and fairness in wage determinations. It helps contractors, workers, and agencies verify the correct wage rates for specific job classifications and locations, preventing underpayment and legal issues on public works projects.
The Role of the Davis-Bacon Act
Using a look-up tool for prevailing wages ensures accuracy, compliance, and fairness in wage determinations. It helps contractors, workers, and agencies verify the correct wage rates for specific job classifications and locations, preventing underpayment and legal issues on public works projects.
Types of Jobs Covered Under Prevailing Wages
Using a look-up tool for prevailing wages ensures accuracy, compliance, and fairness in wage determinations. It helps contractors, workers, and agencies verify the correct wage rates for specific job classifications and locations, preventing underpayment and legal issues on public works projects.
Why Compliance Matters
Using a look-up tool for prevailing wages ensures accuracy, compliance, and fairness in wage determinations. It helps contractors, workers, and agencies verify the correct wage rates for specific job classifications and locations, preventing underpayment and legal issues on public works projects.
How to Determine Prevailing Wages
Using a look-up tool for prevailing wages ensures accuracy, compliance, and fairness in wage determinations. It helps contractors, workers, and agencies verify the correct wage rates for specific job classifications and locations, preventing underpayment and legal issues on public works projects.
Why use WageFinder?
WageFinder is a valuable tool for contractors, workers, and agencies to quickly and accurately determine prevailing wage rates for public works projects. WageFinder helps businesses comply with federal and state prevailing wage laws, such as the Davis-Bacon Act. By using the tool, employers can verify they are paying the correct wages, avoiding costly penalties and legal issues.
Instead of manually searching for wage determinations, WageFinder provides instant access to up-to-date prevailing wage rates, making it easier to plan payroll and bidding processes efficiently. With user-friendly navigation, WageFinder makes it simple to search for specific job classifications, project locations, and wage determinations, ensuring transparency and accuracy in wage compliance.
How WageFinder Helps Companies Bidding on Projects
When companies bid on public works projects, accurate cost estimation is crucial. WageFinder plays a key role in ensuring competitive and compliant bids by providing precise prevailing wage data. Here’s how it benefits companies during the bidding process:
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Accurate Labor Cost Estimation
WageFinder helps contractors determine the exact wages they must pay workers based on job classification and project location. This ensures labor costs are correctly factored into project bids, preventing underestimation or overpricing.
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Compliance with Prevailing Wage Laws
Bidders must comply with federal and state prevailing wage laws, such as the Davis-Bacon Act, to avoid penalties and contract disqualification. WageFinder ensures that companies use the correct wage rates, helping them meet legal requirements from the start.
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Competitive and Fair Bidding
By using WageFinder, companies can create bids that are both competitive and realistic. Since all bidders must adhere to the same prevailing wage rates, WageFinder levels the playing field and prevents unfair advantages based on underpaying workers.