87/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best General Contractors in Ames, IA (2026)
84 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Ames: Kriegel Bros Home Services, CR Score 87/100; 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Architecture By Synthesis, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 84.
- 4
Most-reviewed: Cyclone Contracting, 193 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 84 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
84 Ames general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 10 are open 24/7, 26 open Saturdays and 12 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 84 rated businesses.
Top 10 general contractors in Ames at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kriegel Bros Home Services | 87 | 4.9★ (30) | Boone, 13 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Architecture By Synthesis | 87 | 4.6★ (9) | Ames | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Bowers Construction | 85 | 5.0★ (6) | Ames | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Cyclone Contracting | 85 | 4.9★ (193) | Ames | — | Most reviews |
| 5 | Forte Studios | 85 | 4.8★ (13) | Boone, 13 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | American Home Renovations, L.L.C. | 84 | 4.8★ (19) | Ankeny, 19 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | My Storm Heroes LLc | 84 | 5.0★ (9) | Waterloo, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Central Iowa Construction Services | 84 | 4.6★ (9) | Ames | — | — |
| 9 | Manatt's Inc | 82 | 5.0★ (4) | Ames | — | — |
| 10 | Precision Insulation and Coatings | 81 | 5.0★ (51) | Ankeny, 17 mi away | Sat | — |
The 84 best general contractors in Ames, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Ames
87/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1552 X Ave, Ames, IA 50014
Based in Ames
85/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3123 West St, Ames, IA 50014
Based in Ames
85/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 193 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (193).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 193 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 215 Alexander Ave Suite A, Ames, IA 50010
Based in Boone, 13 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 13 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 13 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 927 6th St, Boone, IA 50036
Based in Ankeny, 19 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Waterloo, 14 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Ames
84/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
- Address
- 2824 Ross Rd, Ames, IA 50014
#9 Manatt's Inc
Based in Ames
82/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Address
- 2120 E 13th St, Ames, IA 50010
Based in Ankeny, 17 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 51 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 255 Elm St, Elkhart, IA 50073
Based in Ames
81/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
- Address
- 1509 E Lincoln Wy, Ames, IA 50010
Based in Iowa City, 14 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
Based in Ames
81/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 43 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 915 Van Fleet St, Kelley, IA 50134
Based in Ames
80/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Address
- 3222 West St, Ames, IA 50014
Based in Clive, 19 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 3.9★ from 14 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 3.9★ from 14 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Ankeny, 23 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Ames
79/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 35 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3116 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Based in Ames
79/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 2316 230th St, Ames, IA 50014
Based in Clive, 14 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
Based in Ames
79/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
#21 Renomads
Based in Ankeny, 21 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 32 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 6:30 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
Based in Ames
78/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3116 S Duff Ave Suite 110, Ames, IA 50010
Based in Ames
77/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2810 Wakefield Cir, Ames, IA 50010
Based in Ankeny, 23 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1725 SW 32nd Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023
Based in Ames
77/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.3★ from 18 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 224 Mathews Dr, Gilbert, IA 50105
General contractors ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 84 ranked general contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | J & K Contracting | 77 | 3.3★ (10) | In Ames |
| 27 | General Services Building | 77 | 4.7★ (10) | In Ames |
| 28 | Todd & Sargent Inc | 76 | 4.1★ (15) | In Ames |
| 29 | R H Grabau Construction Inc | 76 | 3.0★ (4) | 14 mi |
| 30 | Property Service Agency LLC | 76 | 3.9★ (17) | In Ames |
| 31 | Wojcik Carpentry | 76 | 5.0★ (11) | In Ames |
| 32 | Beam Construction, LLC | 75 | 5.0★ (8) | 19 mi |
| 33 | KP Construction | 75 | 4.8★ (4) | 14 mi |
| 34 | Henkel Construction Co | 75 | 3.8★ (10) | In Ames |
| 35 | High Quality Construction and Consulting | 75 | 5.0★ (28) | 18 mi |
| 36 | Godwin Group LLC | 75 | 5.0★ (3) | 20 mi |
| 37 | HPC, L.L.C. | 75 | 5.0★ (4) | In Ames |
| 38 | PMI | 75 | 4.1★ (15) | In Ames |
| 39 | Bel-Aire Builders, LTD. | 75 | 5.0★ (3) | 21 mi |
| 40 | Cover's Construction LLC | 75 | 5.0★ (11) | 25 mi |
| 41 | One Off Builders | 75 | 5.0★ (7) | 7 mi |
| 42 | KDB | 75 | 5.0★ (5) | 21 mi |
| 43 | Flagger Pros USA | 74 | 3.3★ (28) | In Ames |
| 44 | Freedom Construction | 74 | 5.0★ (3) | 22 mi |
| 45 | Seamless Exterior | 74 | 4.8★ (16) | 14 mi |
| 46 | DLR Construction LLC | 74 | 4.7★ (39) | 22 mi |
| 47 | Franko Construction | 74 | 3.9★ (7) | In Ames |
| 48 | RW Construction | 74 | 5.0★ (4) | 14 mi |
| 49 | Elk River Contracting LLC | 74 | 5.0★ (17) | 19 mi |
| 50 | Boone Construction Inc | 73 | 5.0★ (3) | 14 mi |
Also serving Ames
20 more general contractors within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Avec Design+Build | 5.0★ (5) | In Ames |
| College Works Painting | 4.9★ (43) | In Ames |
| Completely Kitchens | 3.5★ (11) | In Ames |
| Cooper and Sons, Inc. | 3.4★ (22) | In Ames |
| Cruz Construction | 5.0★ (5) | In Ames |
| Four Ever Homes LLC | 5.0★ (4) | In Ames |
| Geisinger Construction Inc | 4.7★ (6) | In Ames |
| Hoffman Construction | 5.0★ (3) | In Ames |
| Integrity Construction | 4.9★ (38) | In Ames |
| JRM Construction LLC | 3.9★ (7) | In Ames |
| MasterGrass Landscape & Lawn Care | 4.9★ (81) | In Ames |
| Outdoor Escapes | 5.0★ (3) | In Ames |
| Performance Builders | 5.0★ (4) | In Ames |
| Pillar Inc. | 3.0★ (4) | In Ames |
| Prestige Builders | 5.0★ (28) | In Ames |
| Purple Cow Junk Removal & Home Services | 4.9★ (503) | In Ames |
| Roofing Innovations | 5.0★ (28) | In Ames |
| Stenberg Concrete Construction Inc | 3.3★ (12) | In Ames |
| TMJ Construction Services | 4.7★ (211) | In Ames |
| Topsoil Outdoor Services | 4.9★ (100) | In Ames |
How much do general contractors cost in Ames?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Iowa with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $14,300 | $26,440 | $40,770 | Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 0.98 West North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
| Bathroom remodel | $6,840 | $12,500 | $18,160 | Per bathroom: typical range of customer-reported remodels. US national range × 1.03 West North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How we ranked Ames general contractors
We scored 84 Ames general contractors on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Ames data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
General contractors in Ames: frequently asked questions
Who is the best general contractor in Ames?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked general contractor in Ames, IA is Kriegel Bros Home Services with a CR Score of 87/100. It has 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Architecture By Synthesis (#2) and Bowers Construction (#3) follow. We ranked 84 general contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many general contractors are there in Ames?
ContractorsRanked ranks 84 general contractors serving Ames, IA. 24 of them are based in Ames; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which general contractors in Ames are open 24/7?
10 ranked general contractors in Ames post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Kriegel Bros Home Services (#1), Architecture By Synthesis (#2) and Bowers Construction (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which general contractors in Ames work on weekends?
26 of 84 ranked general contractors post Saturday hours and 12 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Kriegel Bros Home Services (#1), Architecture By Synthesis (#2) and Bowers Construction (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does kitchen remodel cost in Ames?
Kitchen remodel typically costs $14,300 to $40,770, with $26,440 typical (Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 0.98 West North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for Iowa. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Ames general contractors have?
The median Google rating among 84 rated general contractors in Ames is 4.8★, with a median of 6 reviews. Cyclone Contracting has the most, 193 reviews, and ranks #4. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank general contractors?
Each general contractor gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do general contractors outside Ames count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Ames city center, our service radius for general contractors. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Update log for Ames
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 84 general contractors serving Ames.
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