90/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 138 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (138).
- 5.0★ from 138 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
Best General Contractors in Chester, IL (2026)
7 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Chester: Well Guardian Corp / WelGard, CR Score 90/100; 5.0★ from 138 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Renaud Carpentry LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 7.
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Most-reviewed: BriWi Construction, 56 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 7 ranked after Well Guardian Corp / WelGard; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
7 Chester general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 2 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 7 rated businesses.
Top 7 general contractors in Chester at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Well Guardian Corp / WelGard | 90 | 5.0★ (138) | Carney, 13 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Renaud Carpentry LLC | 81 | 4.0★ (4) | Perryville, 17 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | BriWi Construction | 78 | 5.0★ (56) | Francisville, 19 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 4 | Robinson Construction Company | 78 | 4.6★ (44) | Perryville, 12 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | James Construction & Design | 78 | 4.9★ (8) | Chester | — | — |
| 6 | Libbert & McClaine Construction | 76 | 5.0★ (20) | Murphysboro, 15 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Zoellner Construction Co Inc | 74 | 4.9★ (8) | Perryville, 15 mi away | — | — |
The 7 best general contractors in Chester, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Perryville, 17 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 807 Pcr 508, Perryville, MO 63775
Based in Francisville, 19 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 56 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Perryville, 12 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 4.6★ from 44 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2411 Walters Ln, Perryville, MO 63775
Based in Chester
78/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 7 AM–3 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Murphysboro, 15 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Perryville, 15 mi away
74/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2015 S Perryville Blvd, Perryville, MO 63775
How much do general contractors cost in Chester?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Illinois with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $13,850 | $25,610 | $39,490 | Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
| Bathroom remodel | $6,340 | $11,580 | $16,830 | Per bathroom: typical range of customer-reported remodels. US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How we ranked Chester general contractors
We scored 7 Chester 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 Chester 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 Chester: frequently asked questions
Who is the best general contractor in Chester?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked general contractor in Chester, IL is Well Guardian Corp / WelGard with a CR Score of 90/100. It has 5.0★ from 138 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Renaud Carpentry LLC (#2) and BriWi Construction (#3) follow. We ranked 7 general contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many general contractors are there in Chester?
ContractorsRanked ranks 7 general contractors serving Chester, IL. 1 of them is based in Chester; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which general contractors in Chester are open 24/7?
1 ranked general contractor in Chester posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Renaud Carpentry LLC (#2). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which general contractors in Chester work on weekends?
2 of 7 ranked general contractors post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Well Guardian Corp / WelGard (#1) and Renaud Carpentry LLC (#2). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does kitchen remodel cost in Chester?
Kitchen remodel typically costs $13,850 to $39,490, with $25,610 typical (Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for Illinois. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Chester general contractors have?
The median Google rating among 7 rated general contractors in Chester is 4.9★, with a median of 20 reviews. Well Guardian Corp / WelGard has the most, 138 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Chester count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Chester 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 Chester
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 7 general contractors serving Chester.
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